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*Please keep in mind this guide only works with Wise.com Business accounts. If you have a personal account, you’ll need to create a business account to use our Wise payment feature.

Step 1) Login To Wise

Connect your account to third party software like Xero and QuickBooks.

Visit & login to your Wise account. Click your company name (next to your profile picture if you have one). You’ll be redirected to your account page

Step 2) Scroll Down to Integrations and Tools

Scroll down on the list of options until you see “Integrations and tools” with the description “Connect your account to third party software like Xero and QuickBooks.”

Step 3) Click API tokens & Add New Token

Add a new token, with full access, and hit create token. If you want to ensure payments can only be sent from a specific IP, you can add a whitelisted IP from which people can access it.

Copy this key down and head back over to ManagePH

Step 4) Go To Your ManagePH.com Settings

In settings, you’ll see the integrations tab. In here there’s an option to enter your Wise API key. Paste it here & save it.

… and that’s it! You can now pay invoices submitted to ManagePH using Wise. Please keep in mind that all employees are required to add their own bank details on their side for payouts to work. We process all payments through Wise which goes into employee bank accounts, also using Wise.

As a Filipino Virtual Assistant, getting paid accurately and on time is very important (rightfully so!)

ManagePH.com manages this process through integration with Wise (formerly TransferWise), to send payments directly to your bank account. Here’s everything you need to know about setting up and receiving your payments.

How the Payment System Works

1. Payment Request Submission: You submit payment requests for your work periods
2. Employer Review: Your employer reviews and approves the request
3. Processing: Once approved, payments are processed through Wise
4. Direct Deposit: Money is sent directly to your local Philippine bank account

Setting Up Your Payment Information

Before you can receive payments, you’ll need:

• An active local Philippine bank account
• Your complete and accurate banking details
• Your legal identification matching your bank account name

Step-by-Step Setup Guide

Navigate to Payment Settings

• Log into your ManagePH.com account
• Go to Settings
• Select the “Payment” tab

Enter Your Banking Details

• Account Holder Name: Must match your bank account EXACTLY
• Bank Name: Select from the dropdown list of Philippine banks
• Account Number: Your regular bank account number (NOT Wise account)
• Complete Address: Your bank branch’s address
• City and Post Code: Required for international transfers

Important Tips to Avoid Payment Delays

• Double-check your account number – incorrect numbers result in returned payments
• Ensure your account holder name matches your bank account exactly
• Provide complete bank address and post code
• Use your regular bank account number, not a Wise account number

Submitting Payment Requests

1. Access the Payments Page

• Click on “Payments” in your dashboard
• Select “New Request”

1. Fill in Payment Details

• Select the project/team
• Enter the work period (start and end dates)
• Input your hours worked
• Specify the payment amount
• Add a detailed description of work completed

1. Track Your Payments

• View payment status (Pending, Approved, Paid)
• Monitor payment history
• Check expected payment dates

Supported Banks

ManagePH.com supports major Philippine banks including:

• BDO (Banco De Oro)
• BPI (Bank of the Philippine Islands)
• Metrobank
• UnionBank
• PNB (Philippine National Bank)
• And many more local banks

Payment Schedule and Processing

Payment schedules are set by your employer

• Common payment frequencies:
  • Bi-monthly (15th and 30th)
  • Monthly
  • Weekly for some projects
  • Processing time: 1-3 business days after approval
• Report any issues immediately to your employer

Troubleshooting Common Issues

Payment Delays

• Verify your banking information is correct
• Check if your payment request has been approved
• Confirm your bank account is active and can receive international transfers

Returned Payments

• Incorrect account numbers
• Mismatched account holder names
• Incomplete bank information

Getting Help

If you experience payment issues:

1. Check your payment settings
2. Verify all banking information
3. Contact your employer or ManagePH.com support

Note: Payment terms, rates, and schedules are determined by individual employers and may vary from project to project.

Virtual assistants from the Philippines have become an integral part of many businesses worldwide. Their skill, dedication, and work ethic make them valuable team members for entrepreneurs and companies of all sizes. However, one aspect of hiring Filipino VAs that often causes confusion is which currency to use when posting job offers.

As someone who has connected hundreds of businesses with Filipino talent, I’d like to address an important topic: why listing your job opportunities in Philippine Pesos (PHP) rather than USD or other currencies is usually the better option.

They Know and Understand PHP

The most fundamental reason to post VA job offers in PHP is simple: it’s the currency Filipinos use to evaluate opportunities. When you list a salary of 25,000 PHP monthly, Filipino candidates immediately understand what that means for their standard of living.

Consider this example: If your job posting offers $450 USD monthly, candidates need to mentally convert this to understand its real value. Is that good? Average? Not enough? They can’t tell at a glance. But if you say 25,000 PHP, they instantly know this would cover typical monthly expenses like:

• Rent for a decent apartment (8,000-12,000 PHP)
• Groceries (5,000-7,000 PHP)
• Transportation (2,000-3,000 PHP)
• Utilities (2,000-3,000 PHP)

This clarity helps attract the right candidates who know your offer matches their financial needs.

Listing your job in PHP establishes transparent expectations from the start. Candidates know exactly what they’ll earn in their local currency, eliminating confusion about exchange rates and conversion fees that might arise later.

Demonstrating Cultural Awareness

Using PHP in your job posting signals that you understand and respect the Filipino market. This small detail makes your posting stand out and shows potential candidates that you’re knowledgeable about working with Filipino professionals. This could lead to you getting more applicants on the position itself.

Final Thoughts

While posting in USD might seem more intuitive from your perspective, choosing PHP demonstrates market awareness and consideration for your potential hires’ needs. This small change can significantly improve the quality and quantity of applications you receive.

Your Filipino VA will be an important part of your business success. Starting the relationship with clear, locally relevant compensation information sets the foundation for a productive and lasting professional relationship.

If you’re looking to manage your Filipino Virtual Assistants and pay them with 1-click, check out ManagePH.com