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Starting January 1, 2026, a new U.S. tax may apply to certain international money transfers sent from the United States.

This tax applies to transfers funded with cash or similar payment methods such as money orders or cashier’s checks.

Does the remittance tax apply to digital money transfers? 
The tax applies to transfers funded with cash or similar payment methods. Transfers funded through digital payment methods are not impacted. 

Which money transfers are affected by the remittance tax? 

The tax may apply when a transfer is funded using:

• Cash

• Money orders

• Cashier’s checks

Transfers funded digitally are not impacted.

Why is a new tax being applied to remittances?

The proposed tax is intended to apply to certain types of money transfers sent from the United States. The goal is to create additional federal revenue from specific remittance transactions. 

Where can I learn more about the new remittance tax? 

 If you want to understand how the new remittance tax works and which transfers may be affected, you can  read our full guide explaining the details step by step.