"Excuse my Stupidity please..
So with the CNB do you have to sign up for this cash card in Phils?
from time to time I may need to send money over (using debit card from uk bank acct now) so should I get my Mahal to sign up for this there - then I can load the cash card from a UK bank account? Its friday and I am s-l-o-w.. or do I sign up online?
Thanks"
Hi Tone!

You don't necessarily need to sign up for a BDO cashcard in the Philippines, as you can send money in any bank. The advantages of it are you charge cheaper for the remittance, the money you transferred will be available within 5mins of transaction & that they can use the BDO cashcard in any SM department stores nationwide. Plus, you can apply the cashcard for up to three persons/beneficiaries from here. Then they'll send the cards to them for free.
Why not try to ring them to ask for more info & an application form. All you need to do is submit it to them with a copy of your passport or your Mahal's passport, a proof of address and a passport sized photo. Once approved they'll send you an ID number for your transactions. You can even send money immediately without waiting for your application. You can do it online or telephone banking.