How to Apply for the Cebu Pacific GetGo Debit Card from UnionBank: #FlyforFree
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:
By far, it's the most expensive prepaid debit card at Php 500/year compared to UnionBank Eon's Visa (Php 350/year) and BPI Eprepaid Mastercard at Php 500 for 2 years. Points from purchases using the card are credited every month.
You can apply using this link here.
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 expensive prepaid debit card at Php 500/year compared to UnionBank Eon's Visa (Php 350/year) and BPI Eprepaid Mastercard at Php 500 for 2 years. Points from purchases using the card are credited every month.
You can apply using this link here.
I will post a comparison of the different debit cards I own in a separate blog post. I'm still thinking which one I should keep.
Update:
UnionBank now requires a minimum of 900 points for you to be eligible for seat sale alerts for Cebu Pacific. SMS alerts usually arrive around 7-8pm (for seat sales that begin at midnight) or a few hours before (if it begins at a specific time of the day).
Update:
UnionBank now requires a minimum of 900 points for you to be eligible for seat sale alerts for Cebu Pacific. SMS alerts usually arrive around 7-8pm (for seat sales that begin at midnight) or a few hours before (if it begins at a specific time of the day).
I just got this card. I've no idea though if you're able to track your transactions online. Would you know? If so, how do you enroll your account? Does that feature only apply to their EON debit card? Ugh. Can anyone help?
ReplyDeleteYou can use the Unionbank app or enroll it online by logging in to the website.
DeleteThey have umobile app. Just call the customer service and let them have your info. Then, wait for 3 business days for it to get working. I've been using mine for a month and you can basically track your account..
DeleteHi! just got mine at the bank but they don't give me a welcome kit just the card :( how can I fund the card?
ReplyDeleteGo to any Unionbank branch to deposit funds into your account.
Deletedoes the transfer days of paypal to get go the same as the palpay to eon? istemated max days 2 days acctually on paypal to eon...
ReplyDeletehi, we suppose to enroll to Unionbank's EON card but the officer said that they don't offer EON cards anymore in their bank branches and being sold out to 711 stores. Instead they are offering this kind of card. Can someone help me to understand this?
ReplyDeleteNot sure if they're phasing it out. Maybe the staff is pushing you towards this product.
DeleteI'm just here to confirm if I can link it on paypal! Haha Thanks!
ReplyDeleteHi, I would like to ask if you know if I can still Change my getgo card into eon card without paying membership/card fee again?
ReplyDeleteI'm not sure since they're 2 different products.
DeleteCan the getgo card be use to verify paypal account? Thanks!
ReplyDeleteYes it can be used to verify your Paypal account.
DeleteThanks for confirming. I hope you'll also create a post on how to link it to paypal. Thanks in advance.
DeleteHello. Did you end up keeping your GetGo Debit card? I just got one this month but I haven't been able to successfully withdraw funds from PayPal. Did you have similar issues?
ReplyDeleteYes, I've kept my card but haven't used it to withdraw Paypal funds yet.
Deleteask ko lang if may payment if mag apply ng getgo debit card?
ReplyDeleteYou need to pay 500 for the annual fee for the card. Initial deposit not required but if you're going to link it with Paypal, might as well put in a deposit of Php 100-150 for the Paypal verification fee.
Deletewhat is the maximum deposit for getgo debit card? please, let me know.
ReplyDeleteBest to ask UnionBank directly
Delete24-Hour Customer Service at (+632) 841-8600
customer.service@unionbankph.com.
You can also find them on Twitter
Can I link my getgo debit card to gcash?
ReplyDeleteI have not been able to link it successfully.
DeleteIf you have to transfer funds from UnionBank GetGo to Gcash and vice versa, you can use the Instapay feature in the UnionBank or Gcash app. There's a Php 10 fee though for each transaction.
Hi, can you use the card immediately after applying and getting the getgo atm debit card? Or do you need to wait 24 hrs or a week?
ReplyDeleteatm card usually 24 hours for activation. The bank account you can use immediately.
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