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How do I transfer money?

You can transfer money by clicking: Transfers tab → Send → Type of the transfer → Entering details → Send

TL;DR:

You can initiate a transfer by clicking: Transfers tab → Send
After that choose the transfer type from:

  • Within the US only: ACH, Mailed check

  • International: Wise, Wire, HCB transfer

Each transfer requires you to enter different information and has different requirements

After entering the required information, submit the request

Each transfer is reviewed on the next business day. Once reviewed, your transfer will be sent (arrival times vary depending on the transfer method)


You can transfer money on HCB in various ways. Use the Transfers option when you can’t make a transaction for a product or service using a card, or if you prefer not to use one.

Types of transfers

There are 5 methods to transfer money: ACH, Mailed check, Wise, Wire, and HCB.

  • ACH transfers and Mailed checks can only be done for transactions within the United States

  • Wise and Wire are international methods used for countries outside the United States.


ACH

  • Only available for sending money to US bank accounts

  • Fast and have no associated fees to send on HCB

  • Typically arrives within 1 business day (up to 2 business days) after being cleared by the HCB team

Mailed checks

  • Only available for US mailing addresses and bank accounts

  • Best for recipients who can’t accept electronic payments

  • There are no fees for sending mailed checks on HCB

  • Checks are sent through the postal service, so delivery times vary (typically up to 1-2 weeks)

  • Used for international transfers outside the United States

  • Fees typically range between 3-5% of the transfer amount

  • Not available in every country, though most users should be able to use it (availability)

  • Time varies for each transfer, but after it has been sent, it is trackable by the recipient through a link sent to your email

  • Used for international bank transfers outside the United States

  • Used only for transactions above $500 (this requirement is waived for organizations that have raised more than $50k)

  • No associated fees to send on HCB (but currency exchange rates apply)

  • Typically arrive within 1-5 days

HCB transfers

  • Transfers of money directly between HCB organizations

  • Fastest transfer method

  • No bank details are required

  • Completed shortly after review by the HCB team


Troubleshooting

Since each transfer method works differently and is received differently, please refer to the corresponding transfer article for troubleshooting information:

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