Félix
Remittance
Instant remittances via WhatsApp: Send money home without the hassle.
Founders
Launch Date
2021
Key Investors
Castle Island Ventures
Switch Ventures
HTwenty
MELI Capital
Contour Venture Partners
About
Félix is an innovative remittance service that allows Latinos in the US to send money to Mexico, Guatemala, Honduras, El Salvador, and Dominican Republic instantly via WhatsApp. Created by immigrants for immigrants, Félix eliminates the need for apps or account creation with a simple chat-based interface. Users enjoy competitive exchange rates, fixed $2.99 fees, instant transfers to bank accounts, and cash pickup options at over 500 locations. The service combines blockchain and AI to revolutionize cross-border payments.
500+
cash withdrawal locations
2.99
fixed transfer fee USD
Use Cases
- Family Support - US resident sends money to family in Mexico for groceries.
- Emergency Funds - Quick transfer to a friend in Guatemala for medical help.
- Bill Payments - Paying a parent's utility bill in Honduras.
- Remittances - Worker sends earnings to family in El Salvador.
Streamlined Remittance Services
- WhatsApp Integration for sending money to Mexico, Guatemala, Honduras, El Salvador, and Dominican Republic
- No separate app download required for money transfers
- Immediate money transfers to bank accounts
- Partnership with major remittance payers including Elektra, OXXO, Coppel, and Walmart
- Cash withdrawal available at over 500 stores
User-Centric Financial Solutions
- $20 referral program for new user transfers
- First transfer free for new users
- Competitive exchange rates with fixed $2.99 commission
- Specialized focus on Latino community in the United States
- Credit building tools availability
Trusted by
Elektra, OXXO, Coppel, Soriana, Guadalajara, Financiera para el Bienestar, Walmart, Banrural, MPLOGO, BBVA, BDO, Nu, Ficohsa, BP, BA, Azteca, Alianza
