Sending money to China just got easier! DBS Remit now supports Weixin (WeChat) transfers for both local and foreign users.
Whether supporting your family or topping up your Weixin (WeChat) wallet for travelling in China, enjoy almost-instant transfers to Mainland China with preferential rates and zero fees.
Also, enjoy the following offer if you are doing your first overseas transfer!
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Why remit with DBS?
Need help adding an overseas funds transfer recipient?
Follow this step-by-step guide.
New to POSB? Get started.
Open an account and start using DBS Remit through digibank.
Download the digibank mobile app and get access to My Account, DBS Visa Debit Card and more.
For foreigners, please prepare these required documents to open an account.
What else do I need to know?
- Cut-off timings for same-day transfer for different locations
- How to set up recurring transfers
- Take note of country-specific information
- Plan ahead with our holiday schedule
- Learn more about our overseas funds transfer fees and charges
Tenpay Global is the official remittance brand under Tencent Financial Technology.
Tenpay Global partners with DBS Bank, where DBS Bank is licensed to provide remittance services in the relevant market, and Tenpay Global provides technical support to facilitate the receipt of remittances in the destination market.
Recipient Registration: To receive funds successfully in Weixin (WeChat), your recipient will need to have a Recipient Card in the “跨境汇款 微汇款” Mini Program. Please remind them to set up the receiving function to enable fund transfers. Refer to the step-by-step registration guide by Weixin (WeChat).
Step 1:
Scan to open the Mini Program
Step 2:
Sign Agreement (First Time Only)
Step 3:
Verify Identity (First Time Only)
Step 4:
Select Receiving Method (First Time Only)
Step 5:
Recipient Card Created, Ready to Receive Payments
How to receive notifications or check your order status?
There are various channels which you may add overseas funds transfer recipient with us. The most convenient method would be via digibank mobile. Please follow this step-by-step guide for more information.
Please note that there will a 12-hour cooling period for adding a new transfer recipient. With this 12-hour cooling period, it gives you a window to detect and report any suspicious activity if anyone tries to make unauthorised changes to your account. You will be able to transfer funds to the new transfer recipient or up to your new transfer limits, only after the cooling period is over.
Step 1:
Launch digibank and tap Overseas Transfers.
Step 2:
Select your recipient and enter the amount.
Step 3:
Review your transfer details and click Transfer now.
You can transfer funds to Weixin (WeChat) users who are verified with one of the following identification documents:
- Mainland China Second-Generation Resident Identity Card
- Mainland China Permanent Resident Identity Card
- Mainland Travel Permit for Hong Kong and Macao Residents
- Passport (excluding passports issued by Mainland China, Hong Kong, Macao, or Taiwan)
Please note that funds held in the Weixin (WeChat) are subject to the WeChat Payment System User Service Agreement.
Funds in the balance can only be withdrawn to a bank account in Mainland China.
This service is for individual customers and may only be used for personal savings or household expenses. It is not permitted for business or commercial payments.
You will need the recipient’s Weixin (WeChat) mobile number and full name, as reflected on their Recipient Card in the “跨境汇款 微汇款” Mini Program.
- Transfer limits to Weixin (WeChat) Wallet users in Mainland China:
- Maximum of CNY 50,000 per transfer
- Maximum of 15 transfers per month to any Weixin (WeChat) wallet user
- Maximum annual limit of CNY 800,000
- Identifying Transfers to Weixin (WeChat) Wallets:
- Recipients can identify credits to their Weixin (WeChat) Wallet using the 16-character Transaction Reference Number provided by DBS (e.g., "XXXXOTXXXXXXXXXX", where "X" is a numerical value and "OT" are letters).
Step 1: Log in to digibank with your Touch / Face ID or digibank User ID & PIN..
Step 2: Tap on Pay & Transfer followed by the Overseas icon.
Step 3: Tap on Transfer status to view status of your remittance.
