1. Why do some screens on the OCBC app look slightly different from the rest?

   We are progressively updating the app with the redesigned interface and new look, starting with the Welcome screen, Notification inbox, Account Summary dashboard, All transactions page, Main menu, Current and Savings account, and card details. Other sections will be updated with the new designs over time.

2. Can I customise the options at the bottom navigation bar on my OCBC app?

   No. We have curated these options so that you can quickly access the most used services in the app.

3. I do not like the new version of the app. How do I switch to the previous version?

   Once you update to the latest version, you cannot revert to previous versions of the app. However, we are happy to take your feedback and improve the app further.

4. Must I upgrade to the latest version in order to continue using the OCBC app? Can I continue with the current version?

   You can continue using the current version on your mobile device with no disruption to your experience. However, we may require you to update to the latest version in the future for your security – you will be informed via a pop-up on the app then.

1. Is this a phishing website?

   No, please note that this is the new look and feel for OCBC Online Banking. To ensure you are accessing the correct website, please always type in www.ocbc.com/login into your browser’s address bar. The OCBC Internet Banking pages are secure and information transmitted from your computer to our systems are encrypted which is indicated by the "closed lock" icon on the address bar.

2. Is the OCBC Internet Banking safe?

   We have put in place necessary security practices and measures to safeguard against risks such as online theft of credentials, virus attacks, hacking, unauthorised access and fraudulent transactions. However, to ensure your online security and account information are not compromised, we recommend that you follow the OCBC Internet Banking security guidelines.

3. I am unable to login to the OCBC Internet Banking. What should I do?

   Please follow the steps here 

4. What are the recommended browsers and screen resolution to access the new OCBC Internet Banking?

   The site is best viewed with screen resolution of 1024px by 768px with the following browsers.

   • Microsoft Edge
   • Firefox latest 10 versions
   • Safari version 9 or later
   • Chrome latest 10 versions
   • MAC OS version 10.11 and above

   As of 15 June 2022, Microsoft is ending support for Internet Explorer and retiring the browser. Please use the latest version of one of the recommended browsers above for a smooth and secure experience on the OCBC website and OCBC Internet Banking.

Check out our step-by-step guide to apply for OCBC Digital Banking with your phone or other devices

Via OCBC Digital Banking

1. Go to ocbc.com/ApplyNow
2. Fill in the details and submit the online form
3. You will get instant access to OCBC Digital Banking.

By mail

Download or collect and complete the internet banking application form from our branches.

Mail it to:
Oversea-Chinese Banking Corporation Ltd
Account Services
Bras Basah Post Office
Locked Bag Service No. 8
Singapore 911886

At any of our branches

1. Is Simplified Chinese language available on OCBC app and OCBC Internet Banking?

   Yes, it is available on the OCBC app and OCBC Internet Banking.

2. How do I select my language preference?

   OCBC app:
   Tap on the "More" icon in the bottom navigation bar > Select on "Profile & app settings" > Tap on "Select language"
   
   OCBC Internet Banking:
   You may click on the language bar located at the top menu and select your preferred language.

3. Will I be able to type Chinese characters into form fields on the OCBC app?

   No, all forms fields will only accept input in English as the language enhancement is not applicable to our back-end systems.

4. Will language selection made in OCBC Internet Banking be reflected in OCBC app and vice-versa?

   Yes it will be. Your language settings will be recorded and synced across the OCBC app and OCBC Internet Banking.

5. Will I be able to see content in Chinese language across all services and features in the OCBC app?

   No, we are progressively translating the app. Most services, including viewing of account information, invest, application of products, e-statements, cheque services, settings, secured mailbox are available in Chinese language in this phase (April 2020).

Refer to these steps to update via OCBC Digital Banking.

OCBC Digital Banking is free of charge. However, standard transactional fees for some banking services may apply.

View fees and charges guide here.

To submit a card waiver request, please use any of the following options:

• Via the OCBC app: Tap on "More" icon in the bottom navigation bar > Tap on "Card Services" > Request fee waiver > Select the respective card that requires a fee waiver request
• Via OCBC Internet Banking: At the top menu, select Customer Service > Card services > Request credit card fee waiver.

Your waiver request is subject to approval. You will be notified of the outcome via SMS in a few minutes.

To apply for OCBC Internet Banking, you should be an existing principal card holder of an OCBC credit card, or have at least one of the following OCBC accounts:

1. Savings Account
2. Current Account
3. Foreign Currency Call Account
4. Foreign Currency Checking Account
5. CPF Investment Account
6. Supplementary Retirement Scheme (SRS) Account

1. What is Money In$ights?

   Money In$ights is a new online feature that allows you to track and manage your cashflow over time. It automatically categorises your spending and displays your spending history by either category or top spend.

   You can also set budgets and have alerts sent to you when you are close to exceeding them. For more information, you can visit www.ocbc.com/moneyinsights.

2. Is Money In$ights free?

   Yes, Money In$ights is free for all OCBC customers.

3. Is Money In$ights available on the OCBC app?

   Yes, this feature is available on our iPhone and Android app. It is also accessible through web browsers on your mobile devices.

4. How do I access Money In$ights?

   Money In$ights can be accessed through the OCBC app and Internet Banking.

   Via the OCBC app: Log in to the OCBC app > Scroll down and tap the Money In$ights banner below your account(s).

   Via OCBC Internet Banking: Log in to OCBC Internet Banking > Your Accounts > Money In$ights.

5. I see a chart on the Money In$ights page. What information does it provide?

   The ‘Money Flow’ chart allows you to see where the funds in your account(s) flow over time. You will see a detailed breakdown – by category – of your spending when you scroll down. This means that, at a glance, you can see if your spending has increased or if you are on track towards your savings goals.

6. Which accounts are included in Money In$ights?

   Money In$ights includes transactions and balances for all your Current, Savings, Credit cards and EasiCredit accounts.

7. How does the auto-categorisation work?

   We will record the transactions you do and assign them to certain categories to the best of our effort. If we are unable to categorise the transactions automatically, you can also categorise them for yourself. We have also taken into account more merchants and improved our review process, thereby enhancing the accuracy of the auto-categorisation.

8. Can I add more categories by myself?

   We have 20 different categories, including the newly added Cash Withdrawals category, available for you to tag your spending to and we believe that should cover most types of spending that you normally incur.

9. What is the 'Set Your Budget' feature about?

   'Set Your Budget' enables you to be in control of your monthly spend. When you set a budget on a monthly basis or in a category, we will keep track of your spending for you.

   You can monitor your monthly total spending or category budgets using email or SMS alerts.

10. What happens if I spend more than my budget? Is there a penalty?

    No worries! This is just a tool to help you monitor your money so there is no penalty. The excess amount spent will be reflected in red in the Money Flow chart or Category chart.

11. Is the SMS alert for alerting me when I overspend free of charge?

    Yes, rest assured that it is free!

12. Can I set a budget ahead for upcoming months?

    Once you have set a budget, it will be saved and you do not have to set it again every month.

13. I am a supplementary cardholder. Why can't I view the balances of my card?

    You cannot view the balances on the supplementary card as it is tied to the primary cardholder but you can view your spending incurred on your own supplementary card.

14. I am a joint account holder. Can I use Money In$ights?

    Yes, you can. Transactions within the joint account will be reflected in Money In$ights as well.

15. Is the demo the same as what I see on my own Money In$ights?

    The features that we offer will be the same. You will also be able to see your real data instead of the simulated data in the demo.

16. Do you have an iPhone or iPad app version of this demo?

    The demo is only available for viewing on desktops or PCs.

1. What is Budgeting?

   Budgeting allows you to set your monthly budget, category budgets and select a preferred reset date* for your budgets. You can now track your budgets more accurately and more conveniently on the OCBC app and OCBC Online Banking.
   *Please note that the reset date functionality is currently not available on OCBC Online Banking.

2. I have already created a budget on OCBC Online Banking – do I need to create a budget on the OCBC app again?

   All the budgets that you have created on OCBC Online Banking will also be available on the OCBC app. If you wish to change the reset date of your budget, simply edit your budget in the OCBC app and select your preferred reset date.

3. Will I be alerted when I exceed my budget?

   Yes, you will be alerted via email and Push Notifications/SMS by default if you create your budget in OCBC app. If you have created your budget in OCBC Online Banking, you will continue to receive alerts that you previously subscribed for.

4. When will I be alerted, and can I customise this?

   As mentioned above, you will be alerted when you exceed your budget. You will also be alerted when you hit 80% of your monthly or category budget. Currently, customisation of alert thresholds is not available. However, you may change your alert preferences if you wish to unsubscribe from email and/or Push Notifications/SMS.

5. I did not receive any alert when I exceeded my budget that I created on the OCBC app. Why is this?

   You will be notified on the following day at 12pm.

6. Can I set more than 1 budget?

   You may set one monthly budget, and one budget for each category budgets in the current categories list, except for transactions in the ‘Uncategorised’ category.

7. Can I delete my budget?

   Yes – you may navigate to the ‘Manage’ section under the Budget details page and delete the corresponding monthly or category budgets.

1. What is Savings Goal?

Savings Goal is a new online feature that help you set aside money every month. It automatically deposits money from your selected funding account (current or savings account) to a designated account every month.

2. Is Savings Goal available on the OCBC app?

Yes, this feature is available on iPhone and Android app. It is also accessible through web browser on your smart phones.

3. How do I view my savings goals?

Tap the ‘Accounts’ tab on your home screen, followed by ‘View savings goals’ under the Savings Goal banner.

4. Will I be able to access or withdraw the money that is deposited into the designated Savings Goal account?

No, you will not be able to withdraw or access the money that is contributed into the Savings Goal. However, you will be able to unlock and release the money set aside in Savings Goal to regain access to the money or for ATM withdrawal.

5. When money is deducted to my Savings Goal, will it show the deduction in my Current/Savings account?

Yes, you can refer to available balance amount after the deduction has been made from your Current/Savings account to deposit into your Savings Goal.

6. Are there alerts or notifications for Savings Goal?

Yes, there are 2 alerts available; a reminder before the recurring deposit takes place and when you fall short of your Savings Goal.

7. How long can I pause my recurring contribution towards Savings Goal?

You may pause the recurring deposit for as long as you want.

8. Will I still be entitled to the interest rate for my Current/Savings account If I were to create 1 or multiple Savings Goal?

Yes, the interest rate will remain the same to your account type.

1. What is an OS and what OS does the OCBC app support?

   An Operating System (OS) is a system software designed for mobile devices to run applications and programmes.

   The OCBC app is compatible with Apple iOS 14, Android 9.0 and above.

2. What are the benefits of updating the OS?

   OS updates can provide important security patches to address existing vulnerabilities or bugs.

   This ensures compatibility with newer apps that may require the latest version of the OS to work.

3. Why is there a minimum system requirement for the OCBC app?

   Keeping your operating system up-to-date helps to protect your device from potential security risks.

   It also improves your overall device performance and provides a smoother experience.

4. How do I update the OS on my device?

   Follow the steps below to update your OS:

   Apple users
   Go to Settings > General > Tap on “Software Updates”

   Android users
   Go to Settings > System > Tap on “System Update”

   For Android users, steps may vary by device, manufacturer and mobile carrier. Please contact your manufacturer or carrier for more information.