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Oriental Bank Plc. Elevates Cross-Border Payments with Visa Direct, Powering Real-Time Global Transfers from Cambodia
May 20, 2026
Phnom Penh,
Cambodia – Oriental Bank Plc., a leading digital-first and innovation-driven
commercial bank, today announced the launch of Visa Direct, a real-time,
secure push payment solution from Visa Inc. The service enables
customers in Cambodia to seamlessly send funds to overseas bank accounts and
digital wallets across key global corridors.
This strategic
collaboration with Visa—one of the world’s most trusted payment networks—marks
a significant milestone in Oriental Bank’s mission to deliver world-class,
borderless banking experiences to its growing base of digitally connected
individuals and businesses.
With Visa Direct Send
to Account (VDA), customers can transfer funds quickly and securely to bank
accounts across major international markets.
In the initial stage,
the service supports the following destinations and currencies: China
(CNY), Malaysia (MYR), Singapore (SGD), Vietnam (VND), Hong Kong (HKD), the United Kingdom (GBP), and the United States
(USD).
Complementing
this, Visa Direct Send to Wallet (VDW) enables transfers to China via leading
digital ecosystems such as Alipay and WeChat Pay—bringing greater convenience
to customers transacting within one of the
world’s most advanced digital economies.
Looking ahead,
Oriental Bank will soon expand the service to additional countries and corridors,
including Canada (CAD), Japan (JPY), Indonesia (IDR), Australia (AUD), and
selected destinations within the Single Euro Payments Area (SEPA), further
enhancing its global reach and supporting more diverse customer needs.
The Bank will continue to progressively introduce new destinations and
capabilities in line with customer demand, regulatory readiness, and market
opportunities.
The service is
purpose-built for modern consumers, entrepreneurs, and internationally active
businesses, supporting a wide range of use cases including:
·
Family remittances and personal transfers
·
Overseas education payments
·
Cross-border business and supplier transactions
·
Digital commerce and wallet funding
Powered by Visa’s
global infrastructure, customers benefit from fast processing, enhanced
security, and high reliability, ensuring a seamless and trusted international
payment experience.
The launch
reinforces Oriental Bank’s position as a forward-looking digital bank,
continuously introducing solutions that simplify financial interactions and
unlock global opportunities.
To accelerate
adoption, Oriental Bank will roll out a limited-time promotional fee of USD 8
per transaction for the first six (6) months, making international transfers
more accessible and cost-effective for both individuals and businesses.
“At Oriental Bank,
we are redefining how banking connects people to opportunities beyond borders.
Partnering with Visa—an internationally recognized leader in digital
payments—strengthens our ability to deliver fast, secure, and seamless
cross-border solutions. Visa Direct represents another major step in empowering
our customers to move money globally with confidence, speed, and ease,”
said Datuk Phan Ying Tong, MD/CEO of Oriental Bank.
“We are pleased to
support Oriental Bank in expanding its cross-border payment offerings through
Visa Direct,” said Lisa Sargent, Country Manager for Visa Cambodia. “By
utilizing Visa’s trusted global network and real-time money movement
capabilities, this launch helps make cross-border payments faster, more secure,
and more accessible. Together with Oriental Bank, we are enabling seamless
connections between Cambodia and key global markets – supporting everyday remittances, digital commerce, and greater financial
inclusion for consumers and businesses alike.”
Together, we are
supporting the growth of digital commerce, enhancing everyday payment
experiences, and promoting greater financial inclusion—while strengthening
Cambodia’s connectivity with key global markets for both consumers and
businesses.”
Visa Direct
services are available through Oriental Bank’s digital banking channels,
subject to applicable terms and conditions.
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About Oriental
Bank Plc.
Oriental Bank Plc.
is a digital-first commercial bank in Cambodia, committed to redefining banking
through innovation, technology, and customer-centric solutions.
The bank delivers
secure, convenient, and forward-thinking financial services designed for
individuals and businesses operating in an increasingly connected global
economy.
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About Visa
Visa (NYSE: V) is
a world leader in digital payments, facilitating transactions between
consumers, sellers, financial institutions and government entities across more
than 200 countries and territories. Our mission is to connect the world through
the most innovative, convenient, reliable and secure payments network, enabling
individuals, businesses and economies to thrive. We believe that economies that
include everyone everywhere, uplift everyone everywhere and see access as
foundational to the future of money movement. Learn more at Visa.com.
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Disclaimer
Availability of
services, supported corridors, payout methods, and processing times may vary
and are subject to regulatory requirements, network availability, and Oriental
Bank’s internal policies. Promotional campaign details, including eligibility
and applicable terms and conditions, will be communicated through Oriental
Bank’s official channels.