The benefits of money transfers by MoneyGram: there is no need to open a checking account when implementing the transfer. When sending the transfer via MoneyGram in one currency and receiving it in another, then currency conversion is carried out at the current rate of sales of current service point. Money transfers via MoneyGram system can be used as by bank customers, and by people who do not have bank accounts. In due time MoneyGram separated from the Western Union and became an independent brand. How to send money via MoneyGram money transfer? To make up a money transfer you should go to the MoneyGram agents and fill the application form for transfer. Money transfer platform of MoneyGram will be integrated with the mobile platform LinqUs, which will allow customers to make international transfers with a mobile phone. MoneyGram completed the acquisition of MoneyCard World Express, S.A. (MoneyCard) and Cambios Sol, S.A., two money transfer super-agents located in Spain. 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.