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Send Money from United States to New Zealand

Businesses in United States paying New Zealand suppliers for Dairy. Send USD from United States, receive NZD in New Zealand with t+0 (2.3s avg within unicorn network).

✓ Competitive Advantage: Local USD collection + local NZD delivery = no correspondent bank fees

Save £1,923 per £100k Payment

United States to New Zealand corridor savings

Traditional Bank
£2,428
  • ❌ 2-3 day settlement
  • ❌ Multiple correspondent banks
  • ❌ Hidden FX margins
  • ❌ High SWIFT fees
Unicorn Currencies
£505
  • ✓ T+0 (2.3s avg within Unicorn network)
  • ✓ Local USD collection
  • ✓ Transparent 0.5% spread
  • ✓ Osko (via Australia)
Your Savings
79%
£1,923 per £100k
At £300k-£3M monthly, save £4,812/year

Sending from United States: What You Need to Know

USD Origin Specifics

  • USD global reserve currency
  • ACH and FedNow available
  • FinCEN reporting requirements

Your Local Advantages

  • Local USD account available
  • ACH (Automated Clearing House) instant collection
  • No correspondent bank fees on origin side
Local Collection Method
ACH (Automated Clearing House)
T+1 to T+2 • US domestic bank transfers. Low cost, reliable.

Paying Suppliers in New Zealand: Compliance & Requirements

Regulatory Considerations

  • Reserve Bank of New Zealand regulations
  • NZ Customs Service documentation
  • GST (15%) on goods and services
  • MPI (Ministry for Primary Industries) biosecurity

Payment Best Practices

  • New Zealand = Dairy leader (Fonterra), premium wine
  • Close integration with Australian payment systems
  • Auckland + Wellington = Main business centers
  • Strict biosecurity - documentation critical for food/agriculture
Destination Settlement
T+0 (2.3s avg within Unicorn network)
via Osko (via Australia)

United States → New Zealand Corridor Insights

Popular Industries

  • Dairy
  • Meat
  • Wine

Peak Trading Hours

EST (GMT-5) to GMT time zone consideration

Best for rate execution and faster settlement

Typical Volume

£50k-£250k

Average transaction size for this corridor
Monthly volume: £300k-£3M
Compliance Notice: Subject to sanctions and compliance screening. Certain industries and countries not supported.

Ready to Send USD from United States to New Zealand?

Save 79% on every payment with t+0 (2.3s avg within unicorn network). Local USD collection available.

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