Send App by Flutterwave has announced the launch of the Send App Travel Card, a new physical Naira card designed specifically for Nigerians in the diaspora returning home for the festive season.
Developed in partnership with technology provider Odysy and powered by AfriGO, Nigeria’s domestic card scheme, the Travel Card aims to eliminate long-standing payment challenges faced by travelers and provide a seamless, reliable, and secure spending experience across the country.
Every December, Nigeria experiences one of its most heartwarming annual traditions; the massive homecoming of Nigerians living abroad. From the United States to the United Kingdom, Canada, Europe, and beyond, thousands of Nigerians in the diaspora return home to reconnect with family. While December is filled with excitement and celebration, many Nigerians in the diaspora also encounter financial and payment-related challenges such as cash shortages, unstable exchange rates, foreign card failures, and limited card acceptance during their visits. These issues can disrupt plans and create unnecessary stress.
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The Send App Travel Card addresses these issues by allowing customers overseas to pre-order the card, pay for it within the Send App, receive it before traveling, and begin using it immediately upon arrival. The card works across POS terminals, ATMs, and contactless payment systems nationwide. Users can fund the card directly with their UK, US, or EU cards via the Send App’s remittance platform, ensuring a smooth and familiar experience.
In Nigeria, Send App operates under Flutterwave Tech Payment Limited, which holds approval from the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) to function as an International Money Transfer Operator (IMTO). This license ensures that all remittance flows processed through Send App are compliant, secure, and aligned with Nigerian regulatory standards for international money transfers.
The introduction of the Travel Card marks a significant step in Send App’s mission to bridge financial distance for the diaspora. By offering not just a channel to send funds home but also a secure and convenient way to spend locally, the platform enables Nigerians abroad to participate more fully in life back home during visits.
Harvey Bahia, Head of Send App Business at Flutterwave, described the launch as a major milestone,
“The Travel Card is a major step forward for Send App. For years, we’ve helped Nigerians abroad support life at home through fast, reliable remittances. Now, for the first time, we’re giving them a physical way to spend with the same ease and control when they return. It’s a significant milestone in making Send App the most complete financial companion for the diaspora.”
Chinonso Nwosu, CEO of Odysy, emphasized the partnership’s shared mission:
“Partnering with Send App on the Travel Card aligns perfectly with our mission to make travel spending seamless, reliable, and accessible. Nigerians in the diaspora deserve a dependable way to spend locally, and together with AfriGO, we’ve built a product that works effortlessly across the country.”
Also commenting, Ebehijie Juliet Momoh, Managing Director/CEO of AfriGO, highlighted the value of powering a product built for Nigerians.
she said,
“We are delighted that AfriGO is the preferred domestic card scheme powering the Send App Travel Card. By enabling a payment solution designed in Nigeria, for Nigeria, this partnership reinforces our commitment to customer-focused innovation. AfriGO ensures secure Naira-denominated transactions, local data control, instant merchant settlements, and broad acceptance—even in low-connectivity environments.”
The Send App Travel Card can be ready within 24 hours of ordering, with same-day delivery available in Lagos and Abuja for orders placed before 4 PM. Users can lock, freeze, or replace their cards directly within the app. No ATM activation is required, allowing customers to begin spending immediately upon receiving the card.
The launch of the Send App Travel Card signals a major step forward in how Nigerian diaspora travelers manage their finances when returning home. With holiday travel increasing each year, demand for convenient, reliable, and locally compatible payment tools is expected to rise sharply. The card’s ability to bypass foreign card failures, unpredictable exchange rates, and cash limitations positions it as a strong solution for seasonal travelers.