Send money to GCash with Ria

Setting up a GCash account is straightforward. Follow these steps to get started:

• Download the GCash app from the App Store or Google Play. 
• Register with a Philippine mobile number. 
• Complete the required identity verification (KYC) by providing a valid ID. 
• Once verified, you can start using GCash for transactions. 

 
There are different GCash account types. Check out which one applies to you: 

• Regular GCash Account: For GCash users 18 years old and above with a Philippine-based SIM 
• GCash Jr: For GCash users 7 to 17 years old with a Philippine-based SIM  
• GCash Overseas: For Filipinos with a foreign-based SIM where GCash Overseas is available. 
  

GCash allows fully verified users to send money internationally. You can use services like GCash’s Express Send or partner remittance services like Ria Money Transfer to transfer funds to other countries. Supported countries include the US, UK, UAE, Australia, Canada, and more.

GCash has different transaction limits based on the user’s verification level: 

Wallet Size (maximum amount you can store): 

• Basic: Php 10,000 
• Verified: Php 100,000 

Incoming Limit (maximum amount you can receive per transaction): 

• Basic: Php 5,000 
• Verified: Php 100,000 

Outgoing Limit (maximum amount you can send to others): 

• Basic: Php 5,000 
• Verified: Php 100,000 

All you need is your recipient’s GCash-registered mobile number to send money with Ria. Double-check that it’s correct so the transfer goes through smoothly.

Transfers to GCash using Ria are usually completed within minutes. However, processing times may vary depending on network conditions and verification requirements. 

Yes, you can withdraw cash from your GCash account. Here are the main ways to do it:
 

• GCash Partner Outlets: You can withdraw cash from GCash partner outlets like Palawan Pawnshop, Villarica Pawnshop, Tambunting, and other authorized GCash cash-out centers. Simply generate a "GCash Cash-Out Barcode" in the app and present it at the partner outlet. 
• GCash Mastercard: If you have a GCash Mastercard, you can withdraw cash directly from any ATM that accepts Mastercard.  
• Bank Transfer: You can transfer your GCash balance to a linked bank account and withdraw the cash from the bank's ATM or branch.