When Globe first launched their virtual wallet dubbed as GCASH, I need not think twice whether I should register or not. It's because, registering is easy and I've seen that most online shops accept GCASH as mode of payment back then. I remember that my first ever online purchase was paid via GCASH without any hassle whatsoever.
Registering a GCASH account is so easy. If you are already a Globe user, then good for you as you don't have to buy a new sim anymore. You may use the number you are using as your virtual wallet by following these simple steps:
- Dial *143# on your phone.
- Choose GCASH then Register. You will then be asked to enter a 4-digit MPIN, your first name, last name, your mother's maiden name, complete address and registration code (if none, just enter 0).
- Ensure that all the information you'll enter is true and correct to avoid deactivation of account. Just continue following the steps that would appear on your phone and you're done.
Recently, Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas required a one-time verification of identity or "Know Your Customer" (KYC) process for GCASH members to further ensure safety to all users. This somehow affected my usage of their service because I couldn't find time to go to one of their outlets to get myself verified. Unverified GCASH accounts have limited access to the said service. This is one reason why I signed up for a Paypal account, which by the way, is still unverified too.
When I came to know that GCASH-American Express Virtual Card (AmEx) can be used to verify a Paypal account, I got determined (determined talaga? haha) to allot a little time in verifying my GCASH as it is a requirement in applying for the AmEx Virtual Card. What I had in mind was this; "If I verify my GCASH, I could apply for the GCASH AmEx which I could use to verify my Paypal too. It's like hitting two birds with one stone!" So, after work last Saturday, I went to nearest Globe service office and endured the long lines inside. I thought all I need was an ID for the verification but boy was I wrong!
The customer assistant informed me that aside from ID, I needed to have load on the number I use in GCASH so I could reply to the message he would be sending me. Here's how the verification goes:
- You go to the customer service staff, log in their logbook and flash him your sweetest smile. (last one required) haha. Kidding.
- You will be asked a few questions about yourself (same info as the one you used when you first registered).
- Staff will encode, encode, encode.
- Then when he's done encoding, a message would be sent to your phone and you have to reply your MPIN within five minutes.
- After you send your MPIN, you will receive another message informing you that you are now KYC'ed! Congrats!
- You can now enjoy being a verified GCASH user and you may apply for a prepaid credit card through GCASH-American Express Virtual Card if you want!
I am now a verified GCASH subcriber and I'm excited to apply for the AmEx so I could try shopping from stores that only accept credit cards. I will also be able to finally verify my Paypal soon. I'll update you once I do, including the process/steps to do! *yay*
Are you a GCASH subscriber too? How's your experience with them? :)
It's easy to use for purchasing via gcash. I tried to cash out from it.
ReplyDeleteI'm not a GLOBE SIM user but I am planning to have one. Thanks so much for this step-by-step procedure on how to register GCASH.
ReplyDeleteI'm planning to get the AMEX virtual for my online shopping prep for the black friday sale :D I do have a verified paypal account though. Still the AMEX is more convenient cause they will give you your own US address for the shipping and also less hassle :) I forgot what it's called though :)
ReplyDeleteThis is so timely as I just changed my mobile phone number, and now I need to register a new gcash account :) Thanks!
ReplyDeleteI've signed up for GCASH exactly once - and never used it again. Mobile e-commerce is probably not for me. Haha.
ReplyDeleteI haven't tried using GCASH because I am apprehensive about it, thanks for the details you provided because I now understand how easy and flexible to use it.
ReplyDeletehow to verify paypal with gcash amex? can't do this talaga.. nagsearch na ako but no accurate answers.
ReplyDeleteHi~ If may GCASH Amex ka na po, try following the steps posted here: http://www.noypigeeks.com/how-tos/how-to-verify-paypal-using-globe-gcash-amex/
DeleteIf wala pa, register ka muna po ng GCASH account, then pag KYCed ka na, register ka naman for GCASH Amex. Goodluck po! :)
Hi! KYCed na kasi yong number ko. Pero hindi ako maka register sa Gcash Amex Card. It says your number is no registered. Ano po experience nyo kelangan ba after 24 hours na KYCed ka na, dun ka pa lang makakaregister for Gcash Amex? Your response is highly appreciated
ReplyDeleteHi! Resolved napo ba problem mo? In my case kasi, few days after ako maKYCed saka palang ako nagregister sa Amex. I'm not really sure if needed na after 24hours pa before makaregister...
DeleteSabi sa globe kyced na daw account ko pero hindi prin ako makapagcashout ng pera, may laman ksi yun dahil doon pinadala ang pangenroll so till now diko alam ggwin ko diman inaakyonan ng globe dhil priority nila ang mga magbabayad sa kanila hay!
ReplyDeletesumbong mo kay duterte!
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