The benefits of money transfers by MoneyGram: there is no need to open a checking account when implementing the transfer. In due time MoneyGram separated from the Western Union and became an independent brand. If you need to cancel or change a transaction, then you should contact by telephone with the MoneyGram branch agent, made the transaction for you. It is very convenient and quick to transfer money without opening accounts and having no payment cards, precisely due to this wired transfer system MoneyGram has become one of the most common worldwide. What are the main benefits of money transfers by MoneyGram? Reliability - the international payment system gives complete assurance that the money will be paid to the recipient.