GCash, the leading finance app in the Philippines, has partnered with Al Fardan, one of the largest remittance networks in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) to offer Filipinos in the UAE a secure and convenient way to transfer funds to their loved ones back home.
Under the partnership, overseas Filipino Workers can send money at competitive exchange rates directly to their loved ones’ GCash account or cash-in to their own GCash e-wallets, and enjoy more financial services from the app wherever they are.
In addition, OFWs have the choice to remit to a +63 or +971 valid GCash number.
By partnering with Al Fardan, GCash also underscores its mission to improve the customer experience while ensuring the utmost safety and security of transactions, offering seamless cross border remittance options.
With over 85 branches across the UAE and over 150 Global Bank Partners, OFWs can also send money from the UAE to the Philippines over the counter or via their digital app, AlfaPay.
“Our main mission is to improve the lives of every Filipino, whether they are in the Philippines or abroad. The partnership between Al Fardan and GCash empowers our beloved OFWs in the UAE to send money in a secure and fast way to their loved ones in the Philippines,” Paul Urban, GCash International general manager said.
“We believe that this partnership can be rewarding for our hardworking OFWs and will strengthen their connections with their families as it makes the remittance process easier and faster than ever.” said GCash International general manager,” he said.
Hasan Alfardan, chief executive of Al Fardan said this collaboration is one of its joint strategies to meet the growing demand for efficient and convenient remittance services, especially for OFWs in UAE.
“We are pleased to work with GCash to make international remittances more accessible and convenient for our customers. By leveraging the seamlessness of the GCash app, we are making it easier for Filipinos to receive money, and save for a better financial future,” he said.
