This classic method of sending money around the world may or may not be available to you as an online poker player. Many of the money transfer options do not technically allow online gambling transactions and could tighten up its enforcement as UIGEA regulations are fleshed out. So, it's a bit of a "your mileage may vary" situation with this method.
The process is relatively simple. First select the money transfer option as your deposit method at the online poker room. The room will give you a person's name to whom to send the money (most likely via e-mail). Then, just go to the website of the specific Money Transfer company's website, register a credit card, select the option "Money in Minutes," enter the recipient's name and other required information, and you're set. Then just go back to the online poker room and enter the Money Transfer MTCN number you were given to verify the transfer.
You can also go to a Money Transfer physical location or via phone to send the money.
Beware: Money Transfer may carry massive fees. For example, when using a particular Money Transfer service, a transfer of $500 from the U.S. to Costa Rica (where several online poker rooms are located) will carry a $51 fee.
The exact process of transferring funds and fees will vary depending on the service used. Fees may also depend on the method being used (for example, online or over the phone).
Also Beware: Please be sure it is legal in your jurisdiction to send money to an online gambling site via Money Transfer. While it is often possible to send the money, it is not always technically legal, even if Money Transfer allows it.
