Good quesion.
It is the only way I deposit with my book which was always Antigua, and a little over a month ago, they told to send to Nicaragua. They told me that there were some "technical difficulties". Im still sending to Nicaragua.
The good thing is the fees are less, though, If I remember correctly.
It is the only way I deposit with my book which was always Antigua, and a little over a month ago, they told to send to Nicaragua. They told me that there were some "technical difficulties". Im still sending to Nicaragua.
The good thing is the fees are less, though, If I remember correctly.
MORE GAMING WOES ... US takes aim at Antigua Internet gambling industry again
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by Marabel Jacobs
Speculation is rife that the week long closure of Western Union offices in Antigua & Barbuda is another move by the powerful United States to restrain gaming companies operating in Antigua & Barbuda.
Consultant and former Director of Offshore Gaming Ron Maginley said the Western Union situation has to be seen in the perspective of the WTO issue with Antigua & Barbuda and the US.
“As far as I am aware it is the only jurisdiction for which it has done this closure.
“I don’t know whether or not this is because of gaming, but certainly questions arise as to why Western Union would have taken a unilateral decision to only shut down offices within Antigua & Barbuda in light of our continued action at the WTO.”
He explained that a number of international gaming companies have made use of Western Union as simply one of a number of payment solutions.
Maginley said government should be very concerned that Western Union offices had been closed, denying gaming companies in Antigua & Barbuda another means in terms of facilitating remittances from their companies.
“That’s if Western Union was being utilised by companies here for that purpose.
“I certainly think the government, and I hope they have done so, raises this as simply the latest issue of pressure being put on the part of the US on companies that provide services to companies conducting legitimate business in Antigua & Barbuda and should insist that Western Union, if it has been providing services to gaming companies, be allowed to do so.”
The SUN learnt that Western Union International suspended all services by its franchise in Antigua and halted operations by the four branches, pending satisfactory completion of a review.
Contacted yesterday in the US, Western Union’s Director of Communica-tions Lori Varsames, said, “Western Union is temporarily suspending service to and from the island of Antigua.
“The suspension is the result of an ongoing internal review. All transactions to Antigua, which have not been received, would be refunded to the centre.”
Varsamas said Western Union monitors its business and periodically conducts routine reviews of its agent base and during the course of such a review, “we identify certain circumstances, which require further attention.”
No time line was given as to when the review would be completed, only that it was ongoing, “so obviously we would have representatives conducting those meetings appropriately.
“That’s part of our ongoing routine review with our entire agent base and we are working to complete the review now and it would be inappropriate for me to characterise our findings until the review is complete.
“The date for service restoration has not yet been fully determined, but we are working to restore that service.”
The SUN understands that a spontaneous closed-door audit was being undertaken which included the four outlets situated at Jolly Harbour, Spencer’s Supermarket, Liberta, M&M on Old Parham Road and British American on Redcliffe Street, whose operations have been suspended since last Thursday.
Maginley said the WTO matter, “which we have won both in the initial decision and on appeal, prohibits the US from enacting measures that denies access by companies, which would like to and are operating in Antigua & Barbuda in providing services to the US.”
He said Antigua & Barbuda has one of the best legislative environments for the Internet gaming industry in the world and is the only jurisdiction, which has allowed its gaming sector to be subject to review and was fully compliant with international requirements against money laundering.
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</TD></TR><TR><TD valign="top" align="left">Wednesday January 11 2006
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by Marabel Jacobs
Speculation is rife that the week long closure of Western Union offices in Antigua & Barbuda is another move by the powerful United States to restrain gaming companies operating in Antigua & Barbuda.
Consultant and former Director of Offshore Gaming Ron Maginley said the Western Union situation has to be seen in the perspective of the WTO issue with Antigua & Barbuda and the US.
“As far as I am aware it is the only jurisdiction for which it has done this closure.
“I don’t know whether or not this is because of gaming, but certainly questions arise as to why Western Union would have taken a unilateral decision to only shut down offices within Antigua & Barbuda in light of our continued action at the WTO.”
He explained that a number of international gaming companies have made use of Western Union as simply one of a number of payment solutions.
Maginley said government should be very concerned that Western Union offices had been closed, denying gaming companies in Antigua & Barbuda another means in terms of facilitating remittances from their companies.
“That’s if Western Union was being utilised by companies here for that purpose.
“I certainly think the government, and I hope they have done so, raises this as simply the latest issue of pressure being put on the part of the US on companies that provide services to companies conducting legitimate business in Antigua & Barbuda and should insist that Western Union, if it has been providing services to gaming companies, be allowed to do so.”
The SUN learnt that Western Union International suspended all services by its franchise in Antigua and halted operations by the four branches, pending satisfactory completion of a review.
Contacted yesterday in the US, Western Union’s Director of Communica-tions Lori Varsames, said, “Western Union is temporarily suspending service to and from the island of Antigua.
“The suspension is the result of an ongoing internal review. All transactions to Antigua, which have not been received, would be refunded to the centre.”
Varsamas said Western Union monitors its business and periodically conducts routine reviews of its agent base and during the course of such a review, “we identify certain circumstances, which require further attention.”
No time line was given as to when the review would be completed, only that it was ongoing, “so obviously we would have representatives conducting those meetings appropriately.
“That’s part of our ongoing routine review with our entire agent base and we are working to complete the review now and it would be inappropriate for me to characterise our findings until the review is complete.
“The date for service restoration has not yet been fully determined, but we are working to restore that service.”
The SUN understands that a spontaneous closed-door audit was being undertaken which included the four outlets situated at Jolly Harbour, Spencer’s Supermarket, Liberta, M&M on Old Parham Road and British American on Redcliffe Street, whose operations have been suspended since last Thursday.
Maginley said the WTO matter, “which we have won both in the initial decision and on appeal, prohibits the US from enacting measures that denies access by companies, which would like to and are operating in Antigua & Barbuda in providing services to the US.”
He said Antigua & Barbuda has one of the best legislative environments for the Internet gaming industry in the world and is the only jurisdiction, which has allowed its gaming sector to be subject to review and was fully compliant with international requirements against money laundering.
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Dante,
Back a couple years ago when I was less mature, I floated a couple checks and it caught up to me. Still owe them $. When I had it, I loved it.
My bad, and I learned from that mistake.
I actually like W.U. My book, which is Cybersportsbook.com, would W.U me my winnings next day same day. Just drove to grocery store to pick up, and cash. Cybersprttsbook NEVER gave me a problem withdrawing. ALWAYS there when they said it would be. Just want to throw that in, as I really like them.
But you are right, Neteller is the way to go.
New to forum and dont know how to add post I am responding to. Sorry!
Back a couple years ago when I was less mature, I floated a couple checks and it caught up to me. Still owe them $. When I had it, I loved it.
My bad, and I learned from that mistake.
I actually like W.U. My book, which is Cybersportsbook.com, would W.U me my winnings next day same day. Just drove to grocery store to pick up, and cash. Cybersprttsbook NEVER gave me a problem withdrawing. ALWAYS there when they said it would be. Just want to throw that in, as I really like them.
But you are right, Neteller is the way to go.
New to forum and dont know how to add post I am responding to. Sorry!
Dante is absolutely right on this one. How can anyone not have a Neteller account? When I look back on all the bullshit I used to put up with from Western Union, I can't believe I put up with them for as long as I did. Western Union flagged me and wouldn't process a transaction. I called them and they told me until I filled out a questionnaire and faxed it to their compliance department that they wouldn't let me send any more funds through them.
They did me a huge favor. I went back to the place I tried to send the money from and got a full refund of the amount I sent plus the fees. I called Neteller and opened an account the next day. How did I ever get along without a Neteller account for as long as I did? It is so easy and convenient once you get it started and familiarize yourself with their procedures. Frankly guys, Western Union is a lot of aggrevation that you don't have to put up with. I put up with their bullshit for a long time because I thought it was the best option out there but it clearly isn't and hasn't been for a long time. Take a look at Neteller's website which is neteller.com and call them if you have any questions. I think you'll be very glad you did.
They did me a huge favor. I went back to the place I tried to send the money from and got a full refund of the amount I sent plus the fees. I called Neteller and opened an account the next day. How did I ever get along without a Neteller account for as long as I did? It is so easy and convenient once you get it started and familiarize yourself with their procedures. Frankly guys, Western Union is a lot of aggrevation that you don't have to put up with. I put up with their bullshit for a long time because I thought it was the best option out there but it clearly isn't and hasn't been for a long time. Take a look at Neteller's website which is neteller.com and call them if you have any questions. I think you'll be very glad you did.
ChrisYandek said:
NETeller's corporate headquarters are on the Isle of Man (in the Irish sea between Ireland and the UK), with regional offices in Calgary, Canada; London, England; HongKong, China and San Jose, Costa Rica.
It is most unlikely that the US would even attempt to shut down NETeller. Far more likely they would prevent their own citizens from doing what they want with their own money. Once upon a time you were known as the land of the free, now you need all your bravery to even survive these "interesting" times.
Gutterguy said:
gutter betcascadesportsbook give you one western union payout per month, not many sportsbook do this. very good sportsbook also
http://www.betcascade.com/sb_banking.asp
click on the link
Use to reside in MD. My brother still lives there & uses click2pay with Bowmans. Very good service. Even have the debit card for instant withdrawals at atm.
I tried em & had no problem either. Many sportsbooks now allow click2pay as well. i.e. VIPSPORTS/Bowmans
My bro tells me when he withdrawals from Bowmans to click2pay its within 10mins they process.
I tried em & had no problem either. Many sportsbooks now allow click2pay as well. i.e. VIPSPORTS/Bowmans
My bro tells me when he withdrawals from Bowmans to click2pay its within 10mins they process.
Soccerbob is right on the money. You have to be nuts to go through all of the aggravation of Western Union when Neteller is so simple. No more standing in line, no more forms to fill out, no more running around with cash, no more control numbers, no more receiver names that you can't pronounce, no more idiot clerks, no more idiots to stand in line with who give you the eye when the clerk yells out "That will be Two Thousand Six Hundred and Fifty Dollars sir"...etc etc.
If you haven't had the flag thrown on you by WU, it's just a matter of time. They're watching the money flow amounts and where it's going. Why bother?
If you haven't had the flag thrown on you by WU, it's just a matter of time. They're watching the money flow amounts and where it's going. Why bother?
