2006
Western Union partner launch
DA5 becomes the fifth Western Union agent in the Philippines, with 55 company-owned locations by year end.
Who We Are
Trusted money services — built for Filipinos nationwide
Direct Agent 5 Inc. (DA5) is Philippine fintech for remittance, payments, and digital finance: BSP-licensed, partner-led reach from cities to provinces, and systems designed so every transfer feels clear, secure, and within reach.
Milestones
Our story so far
2008
Nationwide branch network
Over 1,500 locations through partnerships with pawnshops, cooperatives, and groceries.
2008
Metro Manila expansion
New branches in Maybunga and Santolan deepen DA5's footprint in Pasig.
2009
Calabarzon footprint
Max Banaba location brings DA5 into Cavite and southern Luzon.
2012
National scale
Over 1,500 locations and 320 business partners nationwide.
2016
DAPS goes nationwide
DA5 Payment System rolls out to partners—remittance, forex, bills, and more.
2019
13 years in service
Thirteen years of trusted financial services for Filipinos.
2022
Western Union compliance review
DA5 completes a compliance program review with Western Union.
2023
BSP licenses expanded
VASP, EMI, and EPFS licenses make DA5 one of the most licensed MSBs in the country.
2023
Licensed crypto exchange
DA5 becomes the fourth licensed cryptocurrency exchange in the Philippines.
WHAT'S NEXT
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