To register with Smiles, you will need a valid email address and a valid Japanese ID such as residence card (if you are non-Japanese) or valid Japanese driver’s license (if you are Canadian).

Smiles offers a loyalty points program that allows you to earn and win points and use them to cover a portion of all of your fees.

For cash pickup outlets in the Philippines, the limit per transaction is up to 250,000 PHP for MLhuillier and other outlets (LBC, Palawan Express and Bayad Center) while Cebuana Lhuillier outlets can only accommodate up to 50,000 PHP.

For credit-to-bank-account transactions, the daily limit per transaction is the amount equivalent of 1,000,000 JPY in local currency.

Important Note: Due to the pandemic, the limit may change according to each independent pickup outlet. If you are planning to remit a large amount, it is better to confirm first with the outlet. Otherwise, you will have to request for amendment if the amount cannot be claimed.

The following IDs are accepted:

• For foreigners: valid residence card
• For Canadian nationals: valid Canadian driver’s license, valid passport or valid MyNumber Card
• For Diplomats and Officials with diplomatic passport: valid passport
• For Non-Canadian with no Residence Card: valid passport including visa page

To refer a remittance fee, please see the link below: See remittance fee