In due time MoneyGram separated from the Western Union and became an independent brand. The benefits of money transfers by MoneyGram: high level of data protection and confidentiality of money transfers. MoneyGram Commission income on remittances and other revenues of MoneyGram in the 2nd quarter 2012 increased by 10% compared to the same period last year and 13% in the base currency. The benefits of money transfers by MoneyGram: branching of network of the implementation of transfers across the world. Millions of families depend on MoneyGram to safely send money home or pay the bills. The benefits of money transfers by MoneyGram: the transfer is available in the system to obtain within 90 days. Keep in mind that if your locality there are several banks, working with MoneyGram and you will convert the currency received, before receiving check currency rates in several points - they can vary. In March 2012, the company MoneyGram merged with the network of U.S. payment centers ZipZap.