Frequently Asked Questions

Based on the registration process and transaction limit, there are currently four types of Wallet available. These are the Full mWallet , the Basic Wallet, the Payroll Wallet and the Sub-Wallet 
You can register for Basic Wallet just by dialing *140# or downloading the “Ooredoo Money” app . With Basic wallet, you can transfer up to QR 5,000 per transaction/month to your home country. 
To register for the Full mWallet, you need to visit an Ooredoo shop or Starlink outlet with your QID or passport with a valid visa. You can upgrade your Basic Wallet to Full mWallet. The Full mWallet allows you to send QR 10,000 per transaction. 

If you are currently an Ooredoo Hala or Shahry customer, you may register for Ooredoo Money on the same SIM.

Please note that the Shahry or Hala SIM that you wish to use must be registered under your Name/QID, as it appears on Ooredoo records.

If your SIM is not registered under your name and you still wish to use OM, visit any of our Ooredoo shops or Starlink outlets and we will transfer your SIM to your name within minutes.

Yes, you can send money to anyone in the Philippines using MoneyGram cash pick-up or bank account credit, or send bank account credit using Aldar Exchange, Al Zaman Exchange or Gulf Exchange. You can also send money to a Globe Telecom subscriber. The beneficiary should be registered to GCASH to be able to collect the money. The money you send will be received directly in their GCASH wallet. If the recipient is not registered to GCASH, they will receive an SMS. This will mention that they have received money, but to claim it they have to register first. If the beneficiary/recipient is not a Globe Telecom subscriber, you will not be able to send them money.

No, there is no minimum balance required

No, you will not be charged for receiving money in an OM mWallet. However, there are charges for sending money. Please refer to the Tariff Guide. 

Yes, you can access the service from your mobile phone the same way you would in Qatar. However, roaming charges may apply.

Registering for the service and depositing money in your mWallet is free of charge. Local and International transfers have a nominal transaction fee. Please refer to the Tariff Guide.

Yes, you can pay your bills using your OM account.

Cash-In is available at all Ooredoo shops or Dealer Partner outlets, Ooredoo Self Service Machines (SSM) , via Debit Card, QNB Mobile Payment service, Cash-In from any bank in Qatar using your Ooredoo Money IBAN or Cash-In by receiving your salary into your mWallet. 

There is no interest earned on the OM mWallet.

Your Ooredoo Money mWallet is protected by a 4-digit mPIN that you set yourself and a one-time password (OTP). Since there is no way to access your Ooredoo Money mWallet without this mPIN and OTP, only you are able to access your mWallet. In addition, Ooredoo utilises advance security measures that meet Qatar Central Bank requirements, ensuring that your money and transactions are secure. Through our partnership with QNB, we ensure that the service is compliant with the highest security standards.