by In today’s fast-paced world, sending money back home should be fast, easy, and, most importantly, affordable. If you’re living abroad and looking for a hassle-free way to send funds to your loved ones in India, the Remitly app might be exactly what you need. With Remitly, you can now transfer cash from overseas straight to a Google Pay or PhonePe account in India — and the best part? It’s absolutely free!
Whether you’re supporting your family, paying for education, covering medical expenses, or just helping someone out, Remitly ensures your money reaches its destination securely and swiftly — often within minutes.
Why Choose Remitly?
Remitly is one of the leading digital remittance platforms trusted by millions worldwide. It specializes in helping immigrants and workers send money back home. With a focus on speed, safety, and affordability, Remitly has become a go-to solution for many people sending international remittances.
Here’s what sets Remitly apart:
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Zero fees on your first transfer (and often on many transfers, depending on the country).
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Competitive exchange rates that beat many banks and other transfer services.
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Multiple delivery options, including bank deposits, mobile wallets, and now even UPI apps like Google Pay and PhonePe.
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Fast delivery — some transfers are completed in just minutes.
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24/7 customer support in multiple languages.
How It Works: Sending Money to Google Pay or PhonePe
If you or someone you know is looking to receive money in India through a popular UPI app, Remitly now makes it seamless. Here’s a quick step-by-step guide on how to send money from abroad to someone’s Google Pay or PhonePe wallet:
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Download the Remitly App
Head to the App Store (iOS) or Google Play Store (Android) and install the Remitly app on your phone. -
Create Your Account
Sign up using your email address and provide the necessary identification details. Remitly takes security seriously, so you can trust the platform to handle your personal data responsibly. -
Select India as Your Destination
Choose India as the country you want to send money to. Then, pick your preferred delivery method — in this case, select UPI transfer.- Sponsored Links - -
Enter the Recipient’s UPI ID
You’ll need to know the UPI ID linked to the recipient’s Google Pay or PhonePe account. It usually looks something like:someone@okaxisorsomeone@oksbi. Confirm the details carefully to avoid errors. -
Choose the Amount and Confirm Payment
Enter the amount you want to send, and review the exchange rate, which is often highly competitive. On your first transfer, Remitly may even offer a fee-free transaction and a special rate! -
Pay from Your Debit/Credit Card or Bank Account
Remitly supports a range of payment methods in most countries, including debit and credit cards, or even bank transfers. Select your preferred payment method and proceed. -
Recipient Gets the Money Instantly
Once the transaction is processed, the recipient in India will receive the funds directly into their Google Pay or PhonePe-linked bank account — instantly or within minutes in most cases.
Benefits for the Recipient
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No need for international bank accounts
The recipient simply needs a UPI ID, which is linked to their existing bank account through Google Pay or PhonePe. -
Funds go straight to their bank account
They don’t need to visit any location or collect cash. The money lands directly in their Indian bank account. -
Instant notifications
Recipients get instant alerts via their UPI app when the money arrives.
Great for Families and Emergencies
Life is full of unexpected moments — medical bills, school fees, or a financial emergency. With Remitly’s ability to send money instantly to India through UPI, you’ll never have to worry about long delays or complicated processes. Your family can get the help they need, when they need it.
Transparent and Secure
Every transaction made through Remitly is encrypted and protected. You’ll receive status updates at every step, and both the sender and recipient can track the progress of the transfer. Plus, Remitly’s customer support is available 24/7 if anything goes wrong.
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Final Thoughts
Whether you’re living in the US, UK, Canada, Australia, or elsewhere, using the Remitly app to send money to India has never been easier. And with the ability to transfer funds directly to Google Pay or PhonePe — at no cost to you — it’s a no-brainer.
Give it a try, and experience fast, safe, and fee-free money transfers to India from abroad, right into your loved one’s UPI wallet.
