Botim, the UAE’s leading fintech platform, has been integrated into the Philippines’ Pre-Departure Orientation Seminar (PDOS) program through an ongoing partnership with BDO Unibank, Inc., the Philippines’ largest bank by assets.
This initiative comes at a time when an estimated 10.8mn Filipinos live and work overseas, including approximately 700,000 in the UAE, one of the community’s most significant destinations worldwide.
The incorporation brings Botim directly into one of the country’s most established pre‑departure programs, giving Overseas Filipino Workers (OFWs) early familiarity with the digital tools that can support their transition to life in the UAE, while helping participants build financial literacy through an accessible and regulated platform.
Seminars
Throughout 2026, the seminars will be delivered across BDO Unibank’s nationwide network, introducing participants to Botim and preparing them to access essential services through a trusted digital platform upon arrival in the UAE.
Through Botim, individuals can access regulated payments, remittances, credit, savings and investment tools, alongside free VoIP calling to help them stay connected with their families.
Empower people
“Our ambition isn’t just to make relocation easier, but to empower people with the tools to strengthen their financial wellbeing,” commented Hesham Sherif, VP, Remittance Business, Botim.
“The Pre-Departure Orientation Seminar plays a critical role in preparing Filipino workers for life overseas. Introducing Botim in our sessions allows participants to get comfortable with a trusted and reliable digital platform before they leave, helping them feel more prepared as they embark on this new chapter,” affirmed Maria Lourdes A. Donato, VP & Head of Domestic Business Development, BDO Remittance.
