FAQs
No, the card cannot receive funds and is only used to make online payments. It utilizes the funds in the customer's M-PESA account.
How does Global Pay M-PESA work? ›
M-PESA GlobalPay Virtual VISA Card is a partnership between M-PESA and VISA. The virtual card is linked to your M-PESA wallet and enables you to make payments to international online sites for goods and services.
How to transfer money from virtual Visa card to bank account? ›
Transferring money from a virtual card to a bank account
- Open your virtual card account on its app or website.
- Look for a Transfer money or Send money option on the dashboard and tap it.
- Select one of the bank accounts you want to withdraw money to or enter the bank account number and other required details manually.
No, M-Pesa is not available in the USA, only in Kenya and several other African countries. However, sending money from the USA to somebody's M-Pesa wallet in Kenya is still possible. Use Remitly, which almost always offers the cheapest exchange rates for these transfers!
Can I receive money from USA through M-Pesa? ›
Yes. You can send money from the US to be received into an M-PESA wallet. This service is offered by a selection of third party providers, including well known and popular international money transfer services like Western Union®, WorldRemit® and Wise.
Can you withdraw money from a virtual card? ›
Can I withdraw cash from ATMs with a virtual card? Yes, the virtual card allows you to withdraw cash from ATMs that support contactless use. You will need a digital wallet (e.g. Apple Pay, Google Pay) and second, a virtual card PIN code, which you will find on the LHV mobile app or internet bank.
How do I spend my virtual Visa card? ›
When you check out on a website or make an in-app purchase:
- Choose the virtual card from your payment method options.
- Let Chrome or Android fill in the payment info automatically. You may be asked to verify your identity with a code, fingerprint, or other method.
- Check out as usual.
Virtual credit card gift cards are normally not able to receive money. The only exceptions are usually the initial purchase and when you create the account online it sometimes asks you if you want it in a wallet (where you combine two or more of the same type of card).
What is the limit of M-PESA global pay? ›
The M-Pesa GlobalPay virtual Visa card has a maximum transaction limit of Ksh 150,000 and a daily spending limit of Ksh 300,000.
What is the code for M-PESA global? ›
Dial *840# to get started and send money across borders.
- By dialling *840# >Accept terms and conditions to Opt in > Select send money abroad.
- MySafaricom App > Select M-PESA> Select M-PESA Global>Accept terms and conditions to Opt in > Select Send.
Share Your Card Details: Provide your 16-digit virtual Visa card number to the entity, service, or individual sending you funds. Receive Funds: The sender will use their bank's service to transfer USD to your Visa card. Once they complete the transfer, the funds should be credited to your card immediately.
Can I link my virtual card to my bank account? ›
Virtual debit cards: These function similarly to regular debit cards and are often linked to a checking account. Transfers from a virtual debit card to your bank account are usually possible.
How do I transfer my virtual Visa card to Cash App? ›
How to Transfer Money From Visa Gift Card to Bank Account
- Link your Visa gift card to your PayPal account. ...
- Once linked, transfer the funds from your gift card balance to your PayPal balance.
- Then, transfer the money from your PayPal balance to your Cash App account.
This is a service that enables M-PESA registered customers to send and receive money globally.
Can I receive payment through my Visa card? ›
If the sender's bank provides a service of fast transfers to Visa cards, you can freely receive money on a Visa card, no matter which bank issued the sender's cards.
Can someone send money to my Visa card? ›
It's simple
All you need is your recipient's 16-digit Visa Debit card number. Skip the confusion of bank routing numbers, wire codes, bank addresses and more.
How do I receive money on my Visa card? ›
Share Your Card Details: Provide your 16-digit virtual Visa card number to the entity, service, or individual sending you funds. Receive Funds: The sender will use their bank's service to transfer USD to your Visa card.
