Do you want to learn how to use Smart Padala?
Smart Padala, the remittance services of telco firm Smart Communications, has launched Smart Padala. You can use it anywhere in the Philippines, and it allows consumers to send money to any mobile phone number, no matter the telecom provider.
Photo Credit: Smart Padala Website
Why Smart Padala is useful for us?
Smart Padala is very useful for you to get/send your money in an easier fashion, and even helps you pay your bills.
What are the requirements for Smart Padala?
The required document for Smart Padala is One (1) Valid ID for you to send money and receiving money.
Smart Padala Store Agents accepts the followingIDs;
- Government IDs such a (UMID/SSS ID, passport, driver’s license, NBI Clearance, Police Clearance, Postal ID, Philhealth ID, etc.).
- Barangay Clearance, Barangay Certification
- Company ID.
How to Send Money through Smart Padala?
You can start by filling up the Transaction Slip below;
1. Go to the nearest branch
- There’s a lot of branches that you can send money to, or you can visit their official website to search for the nearest branch you are located.
2. Service Fee
- Give the transaction slip to the agent and pay the money and their service fee.
3.Confirm your Transaction Slip
- After the agent is done doing your transaction, they will return the slip for you to check and sign.
Photo Credit: Smart Padala Website
How to Receive Money through Smart Padala?
Remittance only lasts 150 days, so don’t forget your transaction. Be sure to get it immediately.
- Go to the nearest branch
- Fill out your transaction slip to get the money and give your valid ID.
Note: Make sure that given the information is correct.
2. Present the text confirmation to the agent
- The agent will ask you to present your confirmation text to be sure that you are the receiver. Make sure you do not forget your mobile phone.
3. Confirm your transaction Slip
- Once the agent is done processing your transaction, the agent will giveyou the money and the transaction slip for you to sign.
Photo Credit: Smart Padala Website
Smart Padala Rates 2021
The smart padala remittances have a service fee, but only for the sender. Here’s the updated list in 2021:
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How to pay bills via Smart Padala
Smart Padala has a new service, so now you can pay your bills via Smart Padala Branches. No hassle in paying your bills, just go to the nearest branch. Be sure to bring your billing statement and present it to the agent.
Smart Padala list of Billers
| Biller | Services |
| Meralco, Manila Water, Maynilad, Central Negros Electric Co. (CENECO), etc. | Utilities |
| Easytrip Transponder and MNTC North Luzon Expressway, | Toll Fees |
| SMART Gold, Sun Cellular Postpaid, PLDT Landline, and, SMART Bro | Telecom |
| Ateneo de Naga University University of Baguio | School Tuition |
| Pera Agad, and Cash Credit, Home Credit | Loans |
| Pioneer Life, Inc., PhilCare, Sun Life Financial Plans, Inc., and Sun Life of Canada, Inc. | Insurance |
| National Home Mortgage Finance Corporation | Government |
| BPI | Credit Card |
| Cignal and SkyCable | Cable TV |
Information Source: Smart Padala Website
How to Apply Smart Padala Agent
To become a smart padala agent first you need to buy a Smart Sim Card and bring your mobile phone. There is no franchise fee or processing fee that you need to pay, just you need at least Php 5,000-10,000 capital to start your account.
List of requirements to become Smart Padala Agent
1. For businesses not registered to DTI or SEC (sari-sari store)
- Barangay Business Permit
- Store photo (with the store name and owner)
- Valid ID of the authorized signatory
- For money changers and pawnshops: Remittance Agent license
2. Sole proprietors
- Business or Mayor’s Permit
- Certificate of Business Name Registration from DTI
- Certificate of Registration or BIR Form 2303
- Valid ID of the authorized signatory
- For money changers and pawnshops: Remittance Agent license
3. Corporation or partnership
- Valid ID of authorized signatory
- Business or Mayor’s Permit
- Certificate of Registration or BIR Form 2303
- SEC Registration
- SEC General Information Sheet
- Articles of Incorporation and By-Laws
- Secretary’s Certificate or Board Resolution on authorized signatories
- Financial Statement
- For money changers and pawnshops: Remittance Agent license
How to apply Smart Padala Agent
- Just fill outthe form by going to Smart Padala Website.
- Upload the required documents via scan or images.
- Your application will be verified within 5 working days.
- If you get a text from Smart Padala, you can already get the starter kit and your activation certificate. Also, you’ll be trained by an authorized account officer.
Final Thoughts
Don’t forget any of the step-by-step processes for you to start sending or receiving money easily through Smart Padala. Why don’t you try to send money and pay your bills? Go to the nearest branch of Smart Padala NOW!
