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The reach and power of social media was tested recently during Republic Bank’s #lovingrepublic social media promotion.

For the two week period February 5th to 16th, Facebook users across Barbados were encouraged to comment on Republic Bank’s page to indicate what they love the most or to share a message they would send to someone special. “The response was fantastic,” said Marketing Assistant Keimar Williams. “We really did not expect some of the comments we received about the Bank itself, nor did we imagine the number of people who would participate,” he added.

The promotion included offerings from the Bank’ customers as prizes with the winning participants either receiving the most likes or being selected at random based on the post written. “It was really easy to partner with Republic Bank for this. While Hotel Foods tends to use Instagram, the response on Facebook was interesting although the possibility of winning one of these fabulous prizes might have had something to do with it, but we’re not complaining at all,” noted Eva Michelle Fields, Wine Sales Representative with Hotel Foods.

Hundreds of posts later, Jennie Armstrong, Faith Chukwuka, Diane Forte and Janelle Jordan were celebrated for their winning posts. Prizes included lunch at the Yacht Club Port St. Charles, lunch at Apes Hill Club, brunch at Relish Epicurea, champagne from Hotel Food Supplies (Barbados), cupcakes from Ladyfingers Cake and Pastry Shop and a photo-shoot from Pro Photo.

“I really found the challenge to post about love interesting. People generally find it so hard to express themselves, but it seems that once everyone got started, the love just kept being shared,” said Chukwuka, who will enjoy lunch at Port St. Charles.

According to Marketing Officer Channels Keisha Belle, the promotion was devised primarily to engage the public while providing information on the Bank’s products and services in an interesting manner and wrapping it all around Valentine’s and the month of love.

March 1, 2018
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1. What is BiMPay?

BiMPay is a new national instant payment service introduced by the Central Bank of Barbados. It allows customers to send and receive payments in real time between participating institutions including banks, credit unions, licensed non-bank Payment Service Providers and certain Government departments.

2. Why is BiMPay being introduced?

BiMPay replaces the existing Automated Clearing House (ACH) and Real-Time Payments (RTP) systems to provide faster, more modern payment services across all participating institutions.

3. When does BiMPay start?

BiMPay goes live on June 13, 2026.

The below cut-off times will apply on June 12, 2026 for transactions processed under the existing ACH and RTP systems.

  • 2:00 P.M for Internet Banking transactions over $500,000.00
  • 4:00 P.M for Internet Banking transactions to Sagicor Bank
  • 7:00 P.M for Internet Banking Real Time Payment transactions to all other local banks
4. Will my current banking services still work?

Yes. Republic Online and Republic Mobile remain fully available.

You can continue to:

  • Transfer funds
  • Make payments
  • Send money to customers at other banks and credit unions
5. What is the BiMPay Digital Wallet?

The BiMPay Digital Wallet is an optional service provided through a BiMPay software application that provides additional features, including:

  • Request-to-Pay (request funds from others)
  • QR code payments
  • Ability to make payments using an Alias (email or mobile number)
  • Ability to make payments using an account number
6. Is the BiMPay Digital Wallet mandatory?

No. The BiMPay Digital Wallet is optional. You do NOT need to download or register for the wallet to conduct transfers between local banks. You can continue using Republic Online or Republic Mobile.

7. Why would I use the BiMPay Digital Wallet?

You may choose the Wallet if you want:

  • To make QR Code payments
  • The ability to request money
  • The ability to make payments using an Alias
  • A mobile wallet experience for everyday transactions
8. How do I register for the BiMPay Digital Wallet?

If you choose to use it:

  1. Download the BiMPay app (App Store or Google Play)
  2. Register using your name, email, mobile number and national ID number
  3. Select Republic Bank as your financial institution
  4. Complete the verification and account linking by contacting or visiting the Bank
  5. Begin transacting
9. What information do I need to register?

You will need:

  • Full name
  • Email address
  • Mobile number
  • National ID number
  • Token from the Bank – issued by the Bank at step 8(4) above
10. Are there limits on my transactions in the BiMPay Digital Wallet?

Yes. There are limits applied to transactions when using the BiMPay Digital Wallet. These are:

  • Daily: BBD $750
  • Monthly: BBD $2,500
  • Annual: BBD $30,000
11. What is Request-to-Pay?

Request-to-Pay allows persons to request funds from another person.

12. What are QR Code payments?

QR Code payments allows persons to send or receive funds by scanning a unique QR code linked to a person's BiMPay Digital Wallet.

13. What will happen to ACH and RTP?

ACH and RTP services will be retired and replaced by BiMPay from June 13. These legacy payment systems will no longer be available after this transition.

14. Why do I need to update my contact information?

It is important to ensure your mobile number and email address are up to date with the Bank.

This ensures:

  • Successful BiMPay registration
  • Receipt of security codes and alerts
  • Important service notifications
15. What if I cannot register or do not receive codes?

This is usually due to outdated contact details. You should contact or visit the Bank to update your information.

16. Is BiMPay secure?

Yes. BiMPay is a regulated national payment system.

Important: Republic Bank will never ask for your passwords, PINs, or one-time passcodes via phone, SMS or email. Customers who opt to use the BiMPay Digital Wallet should not share their unique token issued by the Bank or any of your other unique security credentials with anyone.

17. Who can I contact for help?

Customer Service:

Loving Republic | Republic Bank

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