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Send money to a Mercado Pago wallet in Mexico with Ria

Send money to Mexico quickly and securely. Your recipient can get the funds deposited directly into their Mercado Pago digital wallet, ready to spend, transfer, or cash out.

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1 USD =17.9918.690345MXN
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You send

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USD
100.00

They receive

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MXN
1,869.03
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Delivery method
Fee
0.000 USD first transfer fee
Total to pay100.00

Fast delivery to a Mercado Pago wallet

Mercado Pago is one of our leading digital wallet partners in Mexico.

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Mobile wallet delivery to Mercado Pago

Choose mobile wallet and enter your recipient’s Mercado Pago account details when you set up your transfer. The funds go straight into their wallet.

No bank account needed

Your recipient doesn’t need a bank account or a branch visit. The money arrives in their Mercado Pago wallet, ready to spend, transfer, or cash out.

How to send money to Mercado Pago in Mexico

  1. Open the Ria app or website

    Log in or create an account online or download the Ria app to get started.

  2. Choose your delivery method

    Select mobile wallet and choose Mercado Pago. Then enter your recipient’s Mercado Pago account details.

  3. Select your payment method

    Choose credit or debit card, bank account, Apple Pay, Google Pay, or cash.

  4. Confirm the transfer

    Review the details and complete your transaction.

Easy ways to send money to Mercado Pago

Send online

Check the current USD → MXN rates, compare fees, and transfer money safely to Mexico from home.

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Send with our app

Send money, find nearby locations, and get real-time transfer updates on the go with our Ria mobile app.

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Send in person

Visit a Ria location to pay in cash. Our agents can help you set up a transfer to a Mercado Pago wallet in Mexico.

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About Mercado Pago

What to know about Mercado Pago

What is Mercado Pago?

Mercado Pago is the digital wallet and payments platform of Mercado Libre. In Mexico it operates as a regulated Institución de Fondos de Pago Electrónico (IFPE), giving users a CLABE to send, receive, and spend money from their phone.

Can I send money to Mercado Pago with Ria?

Yes. With Ria, you can send money directly to an eligible Mercado Pago digital wallet in Mexico. Select mobile wallet as your delivery method and enter your recipient’s account details when setting up your transfer.

What currency will my recipient receive in Mexico?

Transfers to a Mercado Pago wallet in Mexico are delivered in Mexican pesos (MXN). You can review the exchange rate and your recipient’s expected payout before confirming your Ria transfer.

Is Mercado Pago safe to use?

Yes. Mercado Pago is authorized and supervised by Mexico’s CNBV, Banco de México, and Condusef. As with any digital account, recipients should keep their login details and PIN secure.

Why use Ria Money Transfer

Ria makes it easy to send a money transfer to your friends and family with Mercado Pago.

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FAQ

Common questions about sending money to Mercado Pago.

What is Mercado Pago?

Mercado Pago is the digital wallet and payments platform of Mercado Libre. In Mexico it operates as a regulated Institución de Fondos de Pago Electrónico (IFPE), supervised by the CNBV, Banco de México, and Condusef, and gives users a CLABE to send and receive money, pay bills, and shop online.

Can I send money to a Mercado Pago account with Ria?

Yes. Ria supports transfers directly to a Mercado Pago digital wallet in Mexico. Select mobile wallet as your delivery method and enter your recipient’s Mercado Pago account details when setting up the transfer.

What currency will my recipient receive in their Mercado Pago wallet?

Transfers to a Mercado Pago wallet in Mexico are delivered in Mexican pesos (MXN). You can review the exchange rate and your recipient’s expected payout before confirming your Ria transfer.

Is Mercado Pago safe to use?

Yes. Mercado Pago is authorized and supervised by Mexico’s CNBV, Banco de México, and Condusef. Keep in mind it’s a regulated electronic-funds platform rather than a traditional bank, so balances aren’t covered by IPAB deposit insurance. As with any account, recipients should keep their login details and PIN secure.

How does my recipient access money sent to Mercado Pago?

Once your transfer is delivered, the funds appear directly in your recipient’s Mercado Pago wallet balance. From there, they can pay with their phone or Mercado Pago card, transfer the balance to another bank account, or cash out at participating stores and ATMs.