du Pay and GCash join forces to deliver added value on cross-border transfers to the Filipino community in the UAE
The collaboration marks a milestone in the coming together of fintech super apps to deliver rewarding value propositions for international money transfer.
Dubai, UAE – April 2, 2026 – du Pay, the advanced digital financial services platform from du, a secure mobile application for managing money in the UAE, has signed a strategic Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with GCash, the Philippines’ leading super finance app, to enhance the overall cross-border payment experience of overseas Filipinos in the United Arab Emirates (UAE).
As the preferred e-wallet for millions in the Philippines, GCash remains a top remittance option for Filipino expatriates, also known as Overseas Filipino Workers (OFWs). Transfers from du Pay to GCash are completed within minutes, ensuring families receive funds quickly and securely. Beyond speed, recipients benefit from access to the GCash ecosystem, where funds can be instantly used for bill payments, education fees, online shopping, mobile top-ups, and everyday purchases—maximizing the utility of every dirham sent home.
Under the MoU, both fintech wallets aim to increase awareness and adoption of seamless money transfer services between the UAE and the Philippines. The partnership lverages du Pay’s growing base in the UAE with the dominant position of GCash in the Philippine digital payments ecosystem, creating a powerful synergy that benefits overseas Filipinos seeking reliable and efficient remittance solutions.
Overseas Filipinos are among the most digitally engaged remittance senders globally, often responding positively to promotional offers and value-added services. du Pay empowers residents with simple, fast, and secure digital payments, supporting the Dubai Department of Finance’s vision to make 90% of all transactions in Dubai cashless by 2026. Customers are encouraged to stay tuned for upcoming offers and initiatives in the months ahead.
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About du Pay:
A part of the Emirates Integrated Telecommunications Company (EITC), du Pay is set to transform digital financial services following du’s commitment to pushing the boundaries of economic, social, and digital evolution in the UAE. du Pay offers a wide array of financial services — from seamless online and offline payments within the UAE, to utility bill payments, mobile recharges, and competitive international money transfers. du Pay is licensed by the Central Bank of the UAE and leverages du’s robust infrastructure and innovation. du Pay focuses on inclusivity and security, making comprehensive financial services within reach for every resident across the UAE.
About GCash:
GCash is the Philippines’ #1 Finance Super App and Largest Cashless Ecosystem. Through the GCash App, users can easily purchase prepaid airtime; pay bills via partner billers nationwide; send and receive money anywhere in the Philippines, even to other bank accounts; purchase from over 6 million partner merchants and social sellers; and get access to savings, credit, loans, insurance and invest money, and so much more, all at the convenience of their smartphones. Its mobile wallet operations are handled by G-Xchange, Inc. (GXI), a wholly-owned subsidiary of Mynt, the first and only $5 billion unicorn in the Philippines.GCash is a staunch supporter of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), particularly UN SDGs 5,8,10, and 13, which focus on safety & security, financial inclusion, diversity, equity, and inclusion as well as taking urgent action to combat climate change and its impacts, respectively.
