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How to send and receive dollars with chipper cash in Ghana

Sending and receiving US dollars in Ghana has become more seamless with Chipper Cash, a mobile money platform that facilitates cross-border transactions. Here’s a comprehensive guide on how to utilize Chipper Cash for USD transactions in Ghana.

Setting Up Your Chipper Cash Account

  1. Download the App: Obtain the Chipper Cash app from the Google Play Store or the Apple App Store.apps.apple.com

  2. Sign Up: Register using your Ghanaian phone number or email address.

  3. Verify Your Identity: Complete the verification process by providing a valid government-issued ID and a selfie. This step is crucial to unlock full transaction capabilities.support.chippercash.com+1dratech.org+1

Creating a USD Virtual Account

To receive US dollars directly into your Chipper Cash wallet:support.chippercash.com

  1. Navigate to Account Settings: Open the app and go to your profile.

  2. Create USD Account: Select the option to create a USD virtual account.dratech.org+3support.chippercash.com+3support.chippercash.com+3

  3. Pay the Setup Fee: A one-time fee of GHS 60 is required to establish the account.

  4. Receive Account Details: Once set up, you’ll receive account information that allows you to accept ACH payments from U.S.-based platforms like Upwork, Payoneer, and Fiverr .support.chippercash.com

Sending USD from Ghana

To send US dollars using Chipper Cash:

  1. Fund Your Wallet: Add funds to your Chipper Cash wallet via mobile money or bank transfer.chippercash.com+3motivation.africa+3fastknowers.com+3

  2. Initiate Transfer: Tap the “Send” button, enter the recipient’s Chipper tag or phone number, specify the amount in USD, and confirm the transaction.dratech.org

  3. Send to Non-Chipper Users: You can also send funds directly to recipients’ bank or mobile money accounts, even if they don’t use Chipper Cash .support.chippercash.com+4chippercash.com+4support.chippercash.com+4

Receiving USD in Ghana

To receive US dollars:

  1. Share Your USD Account Details: Provide your USD virtual account information to the sender.support.chippercash.com+2support.chippercash.com+2support.chippercash.com+2

  2. Await Transfer: Funds sent via ACH will appear in your Chipper USD wallet. Note that there may be a review period of up to 3 days for compliance checks .support.chippercash.com

  3. Convert Funds: If needed, use the app’s currency conversion feature to exchange USD to GHS at competitive rates.

Utilizing the Chipper USD Virtual Card

Chipper Cash offers a virtual USD Visa card for online transactions:

Security and Support

  • Verification: All users undergo identity verification to ensure secure transactions.

  • Chipper Tags: Unique identifiers help confirm you’re sending money to the correct recipient.chippercash.com

  • Customer Support: Access in-app support for assistance with any issues or inquiries.

 

Source: Thepressradio.com

Ogyem Solomon

Solomon Ogyem – Media Entrepreneur | Journalist | Brand Ambassador Solomon Ogyem is a dynamic Ghanaian journalist and media entrepreneur currently based in South Africa. With a solid foundation in journalism, Solomon is a graduate of the OTEC School of Journalism and Communication Studies in Ghana and Oxbridge Academy in South Africa. He began his career as a reporter at OTEC 102.9 MHz in Kumasi, where he honed his skills in news reporting, community storytelling, and radio broadcasting. His passion for storytelling and dedication to the media industry led him to establish Press MltiMedia Company in South Africa—a growing platform committed to authentic African narratives and multimedia journalism. Solomon is the founder and owner of Thepressradio.com, a news portal focused on delivering credible, timely, and engaging stories across Ghana and Africa. He also owns Press Global Tickets, a service-driven venture in the travel and logistics space, providing reliable ticketing services. He previously owned two notable websites—Ghanaweb.mobi and ShowbizAfrica.net—both of which contributed to entertainment and socio-political discussions within Ghana’s digital space. With a diverse background in media, digital journalism, and business, Solomon Ogyem is dedicated to telling impactful African stories, empowering youth through media, and building cross-continental media partnerships.

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