Sending payment worldwide

working ways to make person-to-person payments?

[genem]

I am sure many of you guys need to pay your suppliers internationally, so what's the best way to do it?

I've used bank wire transfer, but it's expensive and time-consuming.

I know about paypal, but I can't use them because of my residence.

I've found some other options and some look like scam. Are there other reliable ways that send money online that you have sucessfully used?

[genem]

Anybody?

[shri]

Wire transfers are still the best way to go when it comes to international B2B trade. The typical cost of a wire transfer is about $40-50US for both ends, so unless you're dealing with small amounts then it does work out to be better than Paypal.

The next best alternative would be western union, if paypal is not available in your area.

[genem]

Thanks Shri,
Yes, wire transfers are available for me but the sums are rather small so the fees can hurt.
Well, I know several services that allow person-to-person payments for India, for example. Trying to find similar services that work worldwide and cover US.