bank transfer

Electronic fund movement

A bank transfer is the electronic movement of money from one bank account to another, either within the same institution or between different banks.

Unlike checks or cash, the funds move through banking networks without physical exchange: The landlord requires rent by bank transfer.

Wire transfers are a fast but expensive type; ACH transfers are slower but often free.

Opposites
payment method

bank transfercash payment

Transaction using physical currency

cash withdrawal · cash · cash in hand · banknotes · coins

direction of funds

bank transferbank deposit

Money entrusted to institution

direct deposit

Family

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Known to kids · Used worldwide · Timeless · Everyday, not technical · Rated G