Holiday Spending Made Smarter and Simpler with BDO Pay

The “BER” months mark the start of the country’s most anticipated holiday season. As families prepare for gift shopping and festive celebrations, making every peso count becomes important when planning meaningful reunions to create lasting memories.

With expenses likely to pile up, BDO Pay helps Filipinos stretch their budget by offering free money transfers, seamless QR payments, and bill payments without extra charges. It’s your reliable and secure everyday payment app for all holiday transactions, from shopping to settling bills, and even sending Aguinaldo.

With BDO Pay, enjoy convenient, secure, and no-fee transactions throughout the holidays—and beyond.

Your all-in-one holiday payment app

The season means more gatherings, more purchases, and more expenses. BDO Pay keeps transactions simple, secure, and cost-efficient, so you can focus on celebrations instead of fees.

    • Pay instantly with no fees for all transactions. Scan any QRPh code to pay directly from your BDO account or debit card, or choose Scan to Pay with your BDO credit card using the BDO Pay POS terminal.
    • Send gifts without fees. Send Aguinaldo to inaanaks or split expenses with relatives at no cost. With BDO Pay’s Send Money feature, you can transfer funds to BDO accounts, other banks, and e-wallets for free using an account number, QR code, or mobile number.
    • Stay on top of bills. Settle dues to over 2,200 billers, like electricity, transportation, water services, and telecommunications, all without fees. Amid the holiday rush, pay on time without lining up or juggling multiple apps, and enjoy BDO Pay’s all-in-one convenient platform.

Easy access for first-time users

For those who have yet to discover BDO Pay, there’s never been a better time to start.

Opening a basic account through the BDO Pay app is quick and hassle-free. Customers can open an account in just a few minutes using only one valid ID, such as a passport or driver’s license, with no initial deposit or balance maintenance required, making banking accessible to more Filipinos.

BDO Pay also makes everyday transactions effortless and secure. Easily collect shared expenses with Request Money, access installment offers for big purchases, and stay protected with instant card lock for your BDO Credit and Debit Cards whenever needed.

This season of giving, BDO Pay Mo Na!

Holiday spending is in full swing, but managing your everyday payments can be hassle-free. With BDO Pay, you have everything you need in one easy-to-use app that lets you spend smart, enjoy the festivities, and make your every peso count.

Download BDO Pay today from the App Store (iOS), Google Play Store (Android), or Huawei AppGallery (HarmonyOS).

 

Merry GCash Season Na! Here’s Your Guide to Making The Holidays Merrier With GCash

With just a few weeks left until Christmas, the holiday rush is in full swing. From finding the most meaningful gifts to planning reunions and mapping out your itinerary for your much-awaited holiday trip, it’s the time of the year when moments feel fuller, brighter, and filled with anticipation. And when things sometimes feel like they’re happening all at once, having a little help goes a long way.

For a merrier and smoother holiday season, GCash is here to help! The country’s top e-wallet, GCash, is bringing back the festive spirit through its Merry GCash celebration. This year, the Merry GCash celebration is bigger, better, and packed with even more deals and rewards, ensuring that all your holiday activities are merrier. Here’s everything GCash has to help you make the most of the season!

 A new Christmas jingle from SB19 to lift your holiday mood

GCash and the Kings of P-Pop, SB19, have launched a new holiday jingle, “Make It Merry,” reminding everyone that, with a little GCash magic, you can make your favorite Christmas moments feel even more special. In the new music video featuring this collaboration, the SB19 boys are seen shopping for gifts for their loved ones and paying seamlessly with GCash—a reminder that you don’t need to rush through the season; you can simply breeze through it, basta i-GCash mo!

You can turn your holiday spending into big prizes when you Shake It, Win It.

When you play Shake It, Win It, the more you use GCash this holiday season, the more amazing prizes you’ll win! For all your Christmas to-dos, like buying ingredients for noche buena, shopping for gifts, or picking out party outfits, just pay with GCash to earn entries.

This year, one lucky winner will receive a brand-new BYD car, four winners will each receive ₱1 million in GCash credits, and 20,000 users will win up to ₱5,000 in GCash credits. But that’s not all! Up to 300,000 users will receive random GCash credits daily simply by logging into the app.

This season provides the best deals to help you stretch your budget while shopping.

Because holiday spending can accumulate quickly, GCash provides exclusive online deals to assist you in managing your budget. When you shop on Lazada and TikTok Shop and select GCash as your payment method at checkout, you can unlock special deals and gain an extra advantage during this busy spending season!

If you find yourself shopping at Robinson’s Department Store or SM Store, don’t worry! Use GCash to scan for payment, and you can also unlock additional discounts!

Enjoy special promos at your favorite Christmas bazaars to make holiday shopping a breeze.

GCash has also partnered with the biggest Christmas bazaars in the city this year. The best part? There will be bazaar-exclusive special hour promos that give you extra surprises and rewards when you pay with GCash. You can also earn more Shake It, Win It entries along the way!

 Here’s where you can use GCash this season:

Designers Holiday Bazaar, Glorietta, Makati: November 29 to December 7

Trendsetter’s Bazaar, SM Megamall, Mandaluyong: December 4 to 7 and December 18 to 21

World Bazaar Festival, World Trade Center Metro Manila, Pasay: December 13 to 22

The holidays are always better when things feel lighter and joy lives in the small moments—not lost in the rush.

The Merry GCash season is back to ensure that every payment, every purchase, and every shake contributes to a truly merry celebration. Stay connected by following @gcashofficial online to make sure you don’t miss out on any more exciting Merry GCash announcements.