Tech Guru wroteMy friend in Doha needs to transfer to me 550 USD to settle an issue here to him since he can not come due the corona virus outbreak..
What is the best way he can send me the money & withdraw the whole amount without any capital control restrictions ?
Is WU still operating in Doha & Lebanon with in the Corona outbreak as a fast solution ? If yes , can I withdraw it in USD the whole amount if he sends it in USD.
If he sends them to a USD bank account here can I go and withdraw the whole anount ?
Thank You
Here is the tricky part---yes, you will be able to withdraw it, maybe not at once, but over the course of a month, you should be able to withdraw it from your bank. As a bonus, you get a 'fresh' account which has less restrictions. However, if you need the money quickly, I would suggest WU. Your friend can probably use the app from Doha (wouldn't need to physically go) and WU branches here are ususally open usually from 10-2, but I would check with one that is near you and check their hours.
We shouldn't have to go through this crap for $500 though.