How We Got Here

This partnership follows key achievements this year, including a Series B fundraise, the strategic acquisition of a money remittance license in Europe, and, more recently, the acquisition of Pillar, a credit fintech, to expand access to financial services for the broader diaspora community.

About GCash

GCash is widely regarded as the #1 finance mobile app in the Philippines, with over 94 million registered users worldwide. With expanded offerings in payments, savings, credit and insurance, GCash has become a vital tool for Filipinos at home and abroad, particularly with the introduction of its GCash Overseas service, which enables users to register using international phone numbers.

Why This Partnership Matters

Over 94 million people trust GCash, and that means something. This partnership positions us as one of GCash's official remittance partners in North America and Europe (including the United Kingdom). With the integration now live, LemFi customers can load GCash wallets directly through the LemFi app, providing Filipinos in the Diaspora with a seamless and low-cost way to support their loved ones.

In the words of Paul Albano, GCash International’s General Manager, “This is more than convenience—it’s connection.” He added, “Our kababayans abroad want speed and reliability,” which this partnership delivers while making financial support feel immediate and intentional.

The partnership also moves towards a broader vision, as LemFi’s Head of Global Expansion and Growth, Philip Daniel, emphasised, “Our mission is to make international payments easier, quicker, and more inclusive. This partnership with GCash is a milestone for us, especially in connecting global Filipinos to trusted financial tools they already use.”

What This Partnership Means For Filipinos Abroad

Raymund Abog, LemFi’s Head of Growth for South East Asia, understands this well: “I understand how expensive and complicated sending money home can be for Filipinos abroad, which is why this partnership feels personal. Now on the LemFi app, our Kabayans in North America or Europe can deposit funds into GCash Wallets at zero transfer fees, delivered in minutes and at competitive exchange rates”, concludes Raymund.

This announcement was made at a community brunch in Toronto, hosted by LemFi and GCash. The event brought together 50 key Filipino community leaders, including organisers behind major cultural festivals, professionals across healthcare and finance, and long-time remitters.

During the event, the community leaders' faces reflected a deep understanding of the impact this collaboration would have on their loved ones in the Philippines. This, without a doubt, further affirms what Patricia Alonte-Estrella, LemFi’s Community Lead, said: "This isn’t just about remittances, it’s about honouring the sacrifice, love and dedication of Filipinos who’ve built new lives abroad while never forgetting home."

As we grow globally, our mission remains clear: To improve the financial life of the next generation of immigrants. This partnership is a significant step in delivering on that promise for the Filipino diaspora.