GCash to roll out direct Visa and Mastercard payments

Starting this August, users can link their Visa or Mastercard debit and credit cards directly to the app and pay instantly. Yes, even with a zero wallet balance.

Link your Visa and Mastercard and pay with GCash

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Once ready, GCash will allow up to three cards to be linked per account, giving users flexibility to set a default card, manage, or unlink cards anytime.

Basically, this enables seamless Scan to Pay transactions without the hassle of topping up, letting customers go fully cashless while leaving both bills and plastic cards behind.

The tutorial

For security, the country's leading finance super app said that card linking will require a one‑time password (OTP), while eligible transactions can be authenticated via biometrics or phone PIN for added protection.

Our commitment to innovation means building solutions that make daily payments simpler, safer, and completely effortless. We are thrilled to soon allow GCash users to link their Visa or Mastercard directly for payments. As we prepare to roll out this feature, we remain committed to giving Filipinos the freedom to pay their way with ultimate convenience and total peace of mind. said Ren-ren Reyes, President & CEO of G-Xchange, Inc. (the mobile wallet operator of GCash)

The nationwide launch is expected in August, further cementing GCash's role as the Philippines' top finance super app.

For more details, visit gcash.com.