RCBC Expands Global Remittance Reach Through New Partnership With Taptap Send

Millions of overseas Filipino workers (OFWs) regularly send money home to support their families. These remittances help families pay for daily expenses, build savings, and achieve long-term goals such as education, healthcare, and homeownership.

As digital technology transforms the global money movement landscape, Filipinos are increasingly choosing fast, secure, and mobile-first solutions for cross-border money transfers.

Recognizing this continued shift, RCBC has partnered with Taptap Send, a global digital remittance provider known for its seamless mobile user experience.

The collaboration strengthens RCBC’s global reach and reinforces its commitment to serving overseas Filipinos and their families with modern, customer-centric financial solutions.

Let’s explore what the partnership means, why it matters to OFWs, and how RCBC continues to shape the future of digital remittance in the Philippines.

A Partnership Built for Today’s Global Filipino

The remittance landscape has changed dramatically in recent years. Sending money no longer means lining up or filling out forms; most transfers can now be completed in minutes on a smartphone.

In fact, 75% of remittances to the Philippines today are sent via digital platforms, reflecting a clear preference for convenience and reliability.

Taptap Send is part of this new wave of digital-first money transfer services. Operating across major sending regions, including Australia, the United States, Canada, the UAE, the United Kingdom, and Europe, the platform focuses on quick, affordable transfers for migrants supporting loved ones back home.

According to Martin Tirol, Head of RCBC Transaction Banking Group, the partnership aligns with the bank’s mission to make financial services more accessible to overseas Filipinos. “Overseas Filipinos deserve swift, secure, and convenient options for sending money home. The partnership underscores our commitment to collaborations that equip our kababayans with innovative financial tools to help them achieve their financial aspirations and build long-term plans,” Tirol explained.

By partnering with Taptap Send, RCBC expands its sending corridors and welcomes an estimated 500,000 new clients to its remittance ecosystem. This widens access for Filipinos overseas while strengthening RCBC’s infrastructure for global money movement.

Why This Partnership Matters to Overseas Filipinos

The partnership responds to the real needs of Filipinos abroad. It supports faster transfers, wider access, and a more seamless experience.

1. More Accessible Remittance Channels Around the World

Filipinos living abroad, whether in the Middle East, Europe, North America, or Oceania, gain an additional secure and mobile-first option for sending money to the Philippines. Taptap Send’s presence in multiple regions complements RCBC’s extensive domestic network, creating a smoother bridge between senders abroad and recipients back home.

2. Faster and More Convenient Digital Transfers

Digital remittances have grown because they eliminate friction—no more physical visits to remittance centers, long queues, or uncertain timelines. With Taptap Send’s mobile app and RCBC’s strong digital backbone, users can expect a streamlined experience, from sending abroad to receiving funds locally.

3. Competitive Rates and Secure Transactions

Both RCBC and Taptap Send place a high premium on security and reliability. The partnership reinforces shared values in compliance, user protection, and transparency for Filipinos sending money home.

4. Seamless Integration with RCBC’s Remittance Network

As RCBC continues to enhance its remittance infrastructure, the partnership enables the bank to deliver faster crediting times, better customer support, and improved accessibility across its digital channels, including the RCBC Digital app.

Strengthening RCBC’s Role in the Philippine Remittance Industry

RCBC has long been recognized as a key player in digital banking and financial services in the Philippines. Now the 5th largest privately owned universal bank in the country and awarded Best Bank for Customer Service, RCBC consistently invests in innovations that make banking simpler and more intuitive for Filipinos. It is also another step toward redefining how individuals and businesses move money across borders.

With remittances reaching an all-time high of $38.34 billion in the past year, RCBC sees a growing opportunity to support the financial journeys of Filipinos abroad and at home.

This partnership also reinforces RCBC’s long-term strategy:

• Expanded global corridors: More countries and regions where Filipinos can easily send money to RCBC accounts and partner payout channels.

• Stronger digital foundations: Integrations that improve speed, transparency, and user experience.

• Customer-first service delivery: Solutions designed around the real needs of OFWs, migrants, and their families, whether they are saving, investing, or building a financial future in the Philippines.

RCBC’s long-standing commitment to digital transformation is evident in its online banking services, mobile platforms, and enhancements to its international network. This partnership accelerates the bank's existing efforts to empower Filipinos with accessible, secure, and future-ready financial tools.

The Role of Digital Remittances in Supporting Filipino Futures

The Philippines is one of the world’s top recipients of remittances, and these inflows remain a cornerstone of household income nationwide. As technology reshapes the remittance ecosystem, banks and fintech partners are working to make money transfers easier, more secure, and better aligned with long-term financial goals.

The RCBC–Taptap Send partnership reflects this future-forward approach. Whether it’s a parent abroad sending monthly support, a young professional helping their siblings through school, or a family saving for a home, digital remittances play a vital role in improving quality of life and opening opportunities.

By strengthening the connection between Filipinos abroad and their loved ones in the Philippines, RCBC continues to uphold its mission: to enable cross-border financial connectivity and empower customers to plan, build, and thrive.

Building Toward a More Connected Filipino Global Community

As global mobility continues to rise, financial institutions must evolve to meet the needs of modern migrant communities. Through this partnership, RCBC reinforces its position as a trusted Philippine bank, one that understands the realities of overseas work and the importance of reliable remittance solutions.

With its advanced digital capabilities, award-winning customer service, and expanding global reach, RCBC remains committed to delivering accessible and secure financial services to every Filipino, wherever they are in the world.

Overseas Filipinos deserve remittance solutions that are fast, fair, and future-ready. With RCBC’s strengthened global network and partnerships such as Taptap Send, sending money home is simpler and more empowering.

Learn more about RCBC’s remittance services. Reach out to us today.