October 1 – non-working holiday in the Philippines

President Arroyo has declared that Wednesday, October 1, 2008 is a national, non-working holiday in observance of Eid’l Fitr, or the end of the Muslim holy month of Ramadan.

You can send your remittance from Canada and the USA as normal.  For all OFWs and individuals sending money to the Philippines, please note that banks in the Philippines, including BDO, will be closed on this day. Your friends and family will not be able to pick up cash in person at Paystone’s partner banks on October 1st.  Paystone’s other delivery services for the Philippines, including pickups at Shoemart and home delivery, will not close for October 1.  Sending money from North America will continue to function as normal.  Paystone will be open for business as usual.