Re: International Money orders
Posted by: (81.168.70.---)
Date: March 16, 2010 08:24PM
Peter,
I don't know if this helps, but it might be worth your while having a look at a SWIFT transfer.
The old domestic "telegraphic transfer" - same day, bank to bank has become CHAPS.
The international bank to bank transfer is called SWIFT. Each account has a code that's unique, world wide (IBAN code). SCCGB sort code is 30-93-94. Account number is 00031906. Its IBAN code is GB96 LOYD 3093 9400 0319 06.
If you have internet banking & your supplier tells you the IBAN code for his bank account you can do a direct transfer into his bank account from your home computer.
Another service is available, CHAPS EURO for bank transfers within Europe - but that's not appropriate for your US dollars.
Paypal is very good for small amounts. SWIFT comes into its own for larger value transactions.
Greg