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GCash, the Philippines’ leading finance super app, has partnered with Western Union, one of the world’s most trusted international money transfer providers, to expand its global cash in feature. Western Union’s extensive financial network spans over 200 countries and territories, connecting millions of overseas Filipinos to their families back home. Through this partnership, Filipinos abroad can now send money directly to GCash e-wallets via the Western Union app, website, or through its vast network of retail agents worldwide. Funds are credited instantly and can be used immediately for everyday needs such as groceries, bills, online shopping, savings, insurance, or investments. Customers may transfer up to PHP 500,000 per transaction. “At GCash, we remain committed to driving financial empowerment for all Filipinos, wherever they are in the world,” said Paul Albano, GCash International General Manager. “This collaboration with Western Union ensures fast, secure, and relia...

For Overseas Filipino Workers (OFWs), sending money back home is more than a transaction—it’s a lifeline that sustains their families and keeps emotional ties strong. Addressing this vital need, GCash and SendWave have strengthened their partnership in 2025 to offer faster, safer, and more accessible remittance services for Filipinos around the globe. With this enhanced collaboration, Filipinos abroad can now remit funds directly to a Philippine mobile number (+63) via SendWave, allowing loved ones to receive support instantly. In addition, SendWave now supports cash-ins to GCash Overseas accounts using US, UK, or Canadian mobile numbers, enabling greater access to digital financial services from nearly anywhere in the world. SendWave has built a solid footprint in key remittance hubs, including the United States, United Kingdom, Canada, Spain, and Germany. In the Philippines, GCash users enjoy convenient access to over 339,000 cash-in and cash-out outlets nationwide. The G...