Laugh a little. Save a lot.
Moving to a new country is a big deal — you deserve a break (and a laugh). So we’ve partnered with an amazing stand-up comedy show to welcome you to Canada in a fun way.
If you purchase or have already purchased your tickets to Jaspreet’s standup show, we’ll give you 50% cashback on your ticket. All you need to do is open your Beacon Money Account.
No credit check or SIN is required.
Offer valid before 25th May 2025. Limit $50 cashback per Beacon Money Account & Card. Other T&C Apply*
Click to Activate your Beacon Visa Card
Open Beacon Money Account in minutes.
Get started and complete all your transactions in a single, 100% digital experience. All part of Beacon’s super app, purpose-built for immigrants to Canada.
Get your digital and physical prepaid card
Full digital KYC, no branch visits
No monthly fees
Fast international remittance
Pay like a local
Get your virtual Canadian prepaid Visa card instantly and start using it for day-to-day expenses. You can even place an order for your physical card.
Need cash?
No problem.
Rely on Beacon for your daily spending needs. Use any VISA-enabled ATM worldwide to withdraw cash and Beacon will not charge you any fees.
FAQ’s
u003cspan style=u0022font-weight: 400;u0022u003eTo open a Beacon Money account, you’ll need to submit a few documents as part of the KYC process:u003c/spanu003ernrnu003cspan style=u0022font-weight: 400;u0022u003eFor Canadian citizens or permanent residents:u003c/spanu003ernu003culu003ern tu003cli style=u0022font-weight: 400;u0022 aria-level=u00221u0022u003eu003cbu003eIdentity verificationu003c/bu003eu003cspan style=u0022font-weight: 400;u0022u003e (e.g. Canadian passport or Canadian driving license)u003c/spanu003eu003c/liu003ern tu003cli style=u0022font-weight: 400;u0022 aria-level=u00221u0022u003eu003cspan style=u0022font-weight: 400;u0022u003eYour Social Insurance Number (SIN)u003c/spanu003eu003c/liu003ernu003c/ulu003ernu003cspan style=u0022font-weight: 400;u0022u003eFor others:u003c/spanu003ernu003culu003ern tu003cli style=u0022font-weight: 400;u0022 aria-level=u00221u0022u003eu003cbu003eIdentity verificationu003c/bu003eu003cspan style=u0022font-weight: 400;u0022u003e (e.g. passport)u003c/spanu003eu003c/liu003ern tu003cli style=u0022font-weight: 400;u0022 aria-level=u00221u0022u003eu003cbu003eCanadian visa statusu003c/bu003eu003cspan style=u0022font-weight: 400;u0022u003e (stamped immigrant visa, or work visa, or student visa.)u003c/spanu003eu003c/liu003ern tu003cli style=u0022font-weight: 400;u0022 aria-level=u00221u0022u003eu003cbu003eTax reporting informationu003c/bu003eu003cspan style=u0022font-weight: 400;u0022u003e from your country of citizenship, if applicable. u003c/spanu003eu003c/liu003ernu003c/ulu003ernu003cspan style=u0022font-weight: 400;u0022u003eEnsure all documents are clear and current for a seamless application process!u003c/spanu003e
u003cspan style=u0022font-weight: 400;u0022u003eAll customer funds are securely held with a Schedule 1 bank in Canada, ensuring the highest standards of safety and trust. Beacon is compliant with FINTRAC, Canada’s government regulatory body.u003c/spanu003e
u003cspan style=u0022font-weight: 400;u0022u003eYou can request a physical Beacon Money card within the Beacon app. Your card will be delivered to your Canadian address within 7-10 business days. If you haven’t received it after 10 days, please contact support via in-app chat or email. u003c/spanu003e
u003cspan style=u0022font-weight: 400;u0022u003eYes, you can! Just click the copy icon next to the card number on your virtual card, then manually enter the details – card number, CVV, and expiry date into your Apple, Samsung, or Google Wallet. After that, you can use your virtual card for future transactions.u003c/spanu003e
u003cspan style=u0022font-weight: 400;u0022u003eYou can withdraw money from your Beacon Money account at any Visa-enabled ATM worldwide. While Beacon doesn’t charge withdrawal fees, the ATM provider may apply a fee, which can vary depending on the bank/ATM provider. Be sure to check these charges before completing your transaction.u003c/spanu003ernrnu0026nbsp;
