#GCash, the Philippines’ leading finance app and largest cashless ecosystem, has recently forged an alliance with #Viamericas, a licensed money transmitter in the United States. This partnership allows overseas Filipinos in North America to remit funds directly to GCash accounts in real time.
GCash International General Manager Paul Albano explained that the collaboration aims to provide fast and secure financial services for Filipinos living in North America and their families back home.
"The partnership between Viamericas and GCash empowers OFWs in these locations to send secure and fast remittances to their loved ones back home. This collaboration enhances financial control for OFWs and strengthens connections with their families, making the remittance process easier than ever," Albano stated.
Joseph Argilagos, Viamericas’ co-founder and executive chairman, sees this collaboration as an expansion of its services in the Philippines by integrating with GCash.
"This partnership perfectly aligns with our mission to empower communities by providing accessible, affordable, and reliable financial services," Argilagos noted.
Viamericas has multiple locations across North America, making it easier for Filipinos to send money wherever they are.
With the combined capabilities of GCash and Viamericas, sending money to families in the Philippines is now faster, more accessible, and hassle-free.
Currently, about 81% of Filipinos own a GCash account, providing them access to a wide range of financial services and products. GCash has over 5.2 million QR merchants and social sellers, 339,000+ Cash-In, Cash-Out (CICO) outlets, and more than 520 GLife partner merchants.
For more information, please visit www.gcash.com.
FAQ Section
Q: How can OFWs in North America send money to the Philippines using GCash?
A: OFWs can visit any Viamericas partner location in North America, provide their recipient’s GCash mobile number, and send remittances instantly.
Q: How long does it take for the money to be credited to a GCash account?
A: Transactions are processed in real-time, meaning recipients receive the money instantly after the transfer is completed.
Q: Are there any fees involved when sending money from North America to GCash?
A: While Viamericas aims to offer competitive rates, users should check with their local Viamericas branch for specific transaction fees.
Q: Can recipients in the Philippines withdraw cash from their GCash accounts?
A: Yes, recipients can withdraw from any Cash-In, Cash-Out (CICO) outlet, ATMs, and partner establishments nationwide.
Q: What security measures does GCash have in place for remittance transactions?
A: GCash ensures that all transactions are secured through advanced AI-powered fraud detection and real-time monitoring to protect users from fraudulent activities.