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Manila Bulletin devider Business devider Banking & Finance devider GoTyme Bank treats commuters to free rides as they launch free bank transfers

GoTyme Bank treats commuters to free rides as they launch free bank transfers

By MBrand
Published Nov 5, 2025 04:26 pm
Actress Carla Abellana together with GoTyme Bank president and CEO Nate Clarke
Actress Carla Abellana together with GoTyme Bank president and CEO Nate Clarke
Taking banking beyond the traditional, GoTyme Bank hit the streets of Metro Manila with its "Freedom Bus," offering not only free rides but a sneak peek into what GoTyme bank commits to its growing customer base – a beautiful banking experience.
The Freedom Bus – easy to spot on the road with GoTyme Bank's signature branding across its exterior panels – provided the much-needed relief to Filipino commuters navigating the holiday rush hour with free trips from Robinsons Antipolo to One Ayala and vice versa, as well as from One Ayala to SM Masinag last October 22 and 24.
While on the road, passengers were treated to a cozy commute aboard the Freedom Bus with a guided relaxation session led by a wellness expert. Each passenger also received a free Freedom Bus Calm Kit, complete with a hand sanitizer, inhaler, mini massager, water bottle, eye mask, and a "Move Free" relaxation guide.
GoTyme Bank gave a glimpse of its promise of a beautiful banking experience to all commuters, inviting those without an account to sign up at nearby kiosks conveniently located at select bus stops.
Across social media platforms, users were abuzz with the Freedom Bus which promotes GoTyme Bank's recently launched 20 free monthly transfers to any bank or e-wallet, empowering its customers to move money with ease and without the added fees.
Actress Carla Abellana, fondly dubbed online as the "Queen of Call Outs" for her advocacy for better customer service, joined commuters aboard the Freedom Bus together with GoTyme Bank president and CEO Nate Clarke.
Gokongwei Group head and JG Summit Holdings President and CEO Lance Y. Gokongwei
Gokongwei Group head and JG Summit Holdings President and CEO Lance Y. Gokongwei
Clarke affirmed that GoTyme Bank's 20 free monthly transfers offer is here to stay, a forever freebie that allows customers to save up to P300 per month on transfer fees.
"Transfer fees are like rush hour traffic – unnecessary delays on your journey to financial freedom. Because every peso counts, we're proud to offer 20 free InstaPay transfers every month to any bank, permanently," Clarke said.
Gokongwei Group head and JG Summit Holdings President and CEO Lance Y. Gokongwei also greeted commuters, joining Clarke in giving away surprise tickets for another free ride on the Freedom Bus.
"This is our small way of helping make things a little easier for you. You don't need to have a GoTyme Bank account nor are there any conditions for you to enjoy your ride. All we want is for you to have a first-hand feel of how we make banking beautiful for our customers," Gokongwei said.
Since entering the country in 2022, GoTyme Bank has been redefining banking experience in the Philippines. As part of their commitment to this vision, they are now offering free bank transfers, giving customers an easy and cost-saving alternative to the typical P8–P15 fees of other banks.
It introduced its "Pay One, Free One" cycle earlier this year, where GoTyme Bank users can send money to other banks for a minimal fee of P8.00 followed by a free transfer.
GoTyme Bank said the new benefit provides its 7.8 million users the freedom to manage and move their finances without the additional costs, aligned with its thrust to make daily digital transactions more inclusive and accessible for Filipinos.
Spot the Freedom Bus Challenge
The Freedom Bus will continue roaming the metro roads and those who will see it can join GoTyme Bank's "Spot the Freedom Bus Challenge" by posting a photo or a video on Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok with the hashtag #MoveMoneyFreely.
To qualify for the challenge, users should tag GoTyme Bank's social media accounts and comment a screenshot of their entry in the comments section of the Freedom Bus post on the bank's online pages until November 19, 2025. Ten lucky winners will receive a special gift.

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