Send Money to a Card with Ria, powered by Visa Direct  

Sending money just got simpler thanks to Ria, powered by Visa Direct. This quick and easy option lets you send money directly to someone’s Visa Debit card—no bank account details needed. In this guide, we’ll break down how it works and why it’s a smart way to transfer funds. 

What Is Visa Direct and How Does It Work?  

Visa Direct lets you send funds directly to a recipient’s account using only their Visa card number. Unlike traditional money transfer methods that often require long bank details or prolonged waiting periods, this simplifies the process entirely.  

Here’s how it works: 

• Your recipient’s Visa card is linked directly to their account.
• Transfers to Visa Direct are processed in real-time and completed within 30 minutes or less.
• Visa uses advanced security measures to help protect every transaction from fraud. 

We’ve collaborated with Visa Direct to provide a trusted way to send money around the world—right from the Ria app. 

Here is the list of available countries for this service:

Destination Country

Azerbaijan

Bangladesh

Bolivia

Brazil

Colombia

Dominican Republic

Ecuador

El Salvador

Ethiopia

Guatemala

Haiti

Honduras

India

Indonesia

Jamaica

Kazakhstan

Nepal

Nicaragua

Nigeria

Pakistan

Paraguay

Peru

Philippines

South Africa

Sri Lanka

Thailand

Turkey

United Kingdom

Vietnam

Why Choose Ria?  

When choosing a money transfer method, the key factors to consider are speed, security, and simplicity. Here’s how Ria, powered by Visa Direct, deliver on all fronts: 

1. Simplicity  

Gone are the days of needing lengthy bank details. With Ria, all you need is your recipient’s 16-digit Visa Debit card number and their full name. That’s it!

This streamlined approach reduces errors and stress, making it easy to send money to loved ones or business partners. 

2. Speed  

Timing matters, especially for emergencies or time-sensitive needs. Visa Direct excels in speed an delivers funds to cards in real time, with transfers completed within 30 minutes.

It’s important to note that the speed of delivery is not something customers can choose, since it depends on the recipient’s issuer. 

3. Security  

Sending money should be as safe as it is easy. Visa’s secure payment network protects your transfers through: 

• Tokenization: This method protects sensitive data by replacing it with tokens, which are meaningless to fraudsters.  
• Smart Fraud Detection: Visa’s system uses predictive analytics to detect and block suspicious activity.  
• Continuous Monitoring: With billions of transactions processed through its network, Visa’s system constantly learns and evolves to stay ahead of threats.  

How to Send Money with Ria, powered by Visa Direct

Making a transfer to a Visa card is quick and intuitive. Follow these simple steps to send money effortlessly through Ria: 

1. Log in to your Ria account via the app or website.  
2. Click “Send Money” and select the destination country.  
3. Enter the amount you want to send (or the amount your recipient will receive).  
4. Choose Visa Direct as the delivery method.  
5. Select your payment method to fund the transfer.  
6. Input recipient details, including their full name and 16-digit Visa card number.  
7. Review and confirm the transfer details.  

Your recipient’s funds will automatically be deposited into their associated account.  

Transfers to other types of cards, such as credit cards or cards from other networks, are not supported.  

Who Can Benefit Most from Visa Direct?  

This service isn’t just for personal transfers. Its convenience and reliability make it ideal for many different situations, including: 

• Family Support: Easily send remittances abroad to help loved ones.  
• Freelancers: Get paid directly by clients without the long wait. 
• Small Businesses: Simplify international payments to partners and suppliers.  
• Emergency Situations: Transfer funds immediately during urgent situations.  

Make Your First Transfer Today  

Ria, powered by Visa Direct, makes sending money as simple, fast, and secure as it should be. With only a recipient’s 16-digit Visa card number needed, your transfer can arrive in their account within minutes.

Sign up for Ria today and enjoy a hassle-free way to send money worldwide.