Filipino Grab users can now top up their GrabPay wallets using popular cryptocurrencies, thanks to a new partnership between Grab, global payments provider Triple-A, and local crypto exchange PDAX. After a successful rollout in Singapore, this feature is now available in the Philippines, offering users more convenient and flexible payment options.
How to Top Up GrabPay Using Crypto
GrabPay users can now cash in using Bitcoin (BTC), Ethereum (ETH), USD Coin (USDC), or Tether (USDT). The process is designed to be user-friendly:
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Open the Grab app and go to your GrabPay wallet.
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Select the ‘Cryptocurrencies’ option.
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Choose your preferred token and supported blockchain network.
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Enter the amount you wish to top up in Philippine pesos.
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Review the payment details.
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Send the crypto from your personal wallet.
Once the transaction is confirmed on the blockchain, the funds are instantly credited to your GrabPay balance. This seamless integration makes it easier for crypto holders in the Philippines to use their assets for everyday spending.
Driving Financial Inclusion and Crypto Adoption
Triple-A CEO Eric Barbier highlighted that the Philippines is ready to embrace digital currencies, citing strong demand and increasing awareness. CJ Lacsican, Grab’s Head of GrabPay, emphasized the company’s mission to enhance financial inclusion by offering more ways to access digital financial services.
PDAX CEO Nichel Gaba added that this initiative not only supports current crypto users but also paves the way for broader adoption across the country. The partnership prioritizes security and compliance, ensuring users can transact with confidence.
This move reflects the growing role of cryptocurrency in the digital economy, especially in Southeast Asia, where mobile payments and crypto usage are both on the rise. By enabling crypto top-ups, Grab is expanding access to digital financial tools and making everyday transactions even more accessible.
