MoneyGram Durrës, Albania

Frequently Asked Questions

Where can I find MoneyGram agent locations in Durrës, Albania?

MoneyGram operates multiple agent locations across Durrës, Albania. Most are inside partner banks, supermarkets, post offices, and standalone branches in the city centre and major suburbs. Use the official MoneyGram agent locator with your Durrës postcode to pull the current address list and operating hours nearest you.

What are the typical operating hours for MoneyGram in Durrës?

Most MoneyGram agents in Durrës operate Monday to Friday from 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM and Saturday mornings from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM. Branches inside supermarkets or shopping centres may stay open later (until 8:00 PM) and on Sundays. Bank-based agents follow Albania's standard banking hours.

What ID do I need to send money home to the Philippines through MoneyGram in Durrës?

In Durrës, Albania, you must present a valid government-issued photo ID — passport, national ID, or driver's licence — plus your recipient's full legal name in the Philippines, the exact amount, the receiving country (Philippines), and proof of address if your transfer exceeds MoneyGram's reporting threshold in Albania. You'll receive a reference number (MTCN for Western Union, Reference Number for MoneyGram and Ria) to share privately with your family.

How long does a MoneyGram transfer from Durrës to the Philippines take?

MoneyGram cash-pickup transfers from Durrës, Albania to the Philippines typically arrive within minutes once you complete payment. Bank-deposit transfers to BDO, BPI, Metrobank, Landbank and other Philippine banks may take 1–2 business days. Pickup is available immediately at any MoneyGram agent across the Philippines during local business hours.

Is it safe for OFWs in Durrës to send money via MoneyGram in 2026?

Yes — MoneyGram is a licensed money transfer operator regulated both in Albania and in the Philippines by the BSP. To stay safe, only share your reference number with the intended recipient back home, verify the recipient's full legal name matches their Philippine ID, and avoid sending money to people you haven't personally verified.