Baguio City on Thursday said cashless payments for its government services can now be settled via SquidPay app as precaution against COVID-19.
SquidPay has a license from the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas and functions as an electronic wallet.
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The following facilities in Baguio City will be covered by SquidPay:
- Parks
- Public market
- Parking
- Transport
- Government services
- Private business
- SME
The following services can also be done via SquidPay:
- Send money
- Pay bills
- Buy mobile load
- Pay for goods and services at affiliated stores
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SquidPay users can cash-in via bank deposits, over-the-counter sales at SquidPay kiosks, internet banking transfers, and payment centers.
The app is integrated with InstaPay, allowing for real-time money transfers to participating BSP-regulated banks and e-money issuers.
Wiithdrawals can be made via authorized partner banks, payment centers, SquidPay kiosks, and SquidPay debit cards via Bancnet, Visa, MasterCard.