Western Union launches new mobile app in the Philippines

Western Union has officially launched its new mobile app in the Philippines, making it easier than ever for consumers to send and request money across borders. The Philippines is the first country where Western Union has rolled out an app with both send and request capabilities, offering unmatched convenience and flexibility.

Through the app, users can send funds abroad with competitive FX rates, access billions of bank accounts, millions of digital wallets, and hundreds of thousands of retail locations worldwide. Receivers in the Philippines can also request funds from family or friends in key markets such as the U.S., Singapore, Australia, and the UK, and choose to receive money via cash pickup, bank transfer, or digital wallet.

GCash, Western Union expand global ‘cash in’ to over 200 markets to serve more Filipinos globally

Good news for OFWs and their families! GCash has teamed up with Western Union to make sending money home faster, safer, and more convenient. With this partnership, funds sent abroad can now be credited instantly to GCash wallets in the Philippines—ready to use for bills, groceries, shopping, and more.

Western Union Appoints Ricardo Alair to Lead Operations Across the Philippines, Guam, Northern Mariana Islands and Palau

Western Union today announced the appointment of Ricardo Alair as Director for the Philippines, Guam, Northern Mariana Islands and Palau. His appointment comes as the Company accelerates its growth strategy, expanding access to financial services for customers across the region.

Western Union and Department of Migrant Workers Sign MoU in Support of Overseas Filipino Workers

Western Union and the Department of Migrant Workers (DMW) today announced that they have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to support the international remittance needs of Overseas Filipino Workers. The MoU bolsters Western Union’s relationship with the DMW, while demonstrating its commitment to the country and supporting the financial needs of Filipinos worldwide.