Don't Lose Your Marbles

This is NOT a sponsored post.  If it were, then maybe I wouldn't have to wait for over an hour at my UnionBank branch just to apply (even if all pertinent information has already been filled up online) only to have my account put "on hold" until I could submit additional documents.   I applied for this new debit card from the UnionBank and Cebu Pacific tie-up that lets you earn GetGo points (Cebu Pacific's version of flight awards/points or "miles") for every time you use the card.  Since I always fly via Cebu Pacific on budget/promo fares to destinations less than 4 hours away, I figured I could use it. The debit card has the highest peso to point ratio at Php 88:1 point compared to the similar GetGo credit card (Php 30:1). FAQ : Card Cost: Php 500 per year (annual fee) No maintaining balance BancNet ATM access Use with Paypal (also for Paypal withdrawals) For purchases online and offline (swipe & sign) By far, it's the most e

It's been 2 years and it's time to renew my BPI Eprepaid Mastercard.  But instead of renewing it, I opted again to get a new card because BPI has a current promo right now (click here) offering a FREE beverage from Starbucks (worth Php 150) when you apply for a new Eprepaid or More Fun Visa from March 18 to June 18, 2016. This is not a paid post.  I wish it were, with all the inquiries my previous post about Eprepaid received haha.  ;) Update : Finally redeemed my double chocolate matcha drink.  They just scanned the code in the SMS message BPI sent. Head on over to their homepage   and click " Apply Now " at the upper right half of the page then scroll down to "Prepaid and Gift Cards ." Read and understand the agreement then click "I Agree." Choose your card then fill up the form and select the branch where you will pick it up.  Allow at least 5 business days (Monday to Fridays only) before going to the branch. Both E

Note:  Make sure to use a computer for this.  I tried applying online using my ipad but the right hand column wasn't showing up.    The process is pretty straightforward, but for those who want a visual guide before doing it online, this might be of use to you. DISCLAIMER :  Any logos appearing in this post are property of their respective owners.  No copyright infringement is intended and any images used in this post are for illustration purposes only. For any questions or problems, please contact the NBI office directly at 0917-999-94-21 (Globe) | 0920-412-99-99 (Smart) | 0999-569-99-64 (Smart) . ========== Update:  So, I missed my original appointment date and scheduled (and paid!) for another one and when I got to the NBI clearance office at Duty Free Parañaque, they accepted both so I now have 2 clearances. Btw, for those going to the Duty Free satellite branch, they don't allow walk-ins so you really need to apply online and go there during your appointment d