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Borrow up to P25 million at rates as low as 0.79%

Your Business Credit Line just got a higher limit — up to ₱25 million, and it's fully self-service. Withdraw funds, reschedule, or repay early without waiting on a call or email.

Published: August 27, 2026Updated: September 4, 2026

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First Circle's Business Credit Line limit has increased to up to ₱25 million, with interest rates as low as 0.79%.* And with a First Circle account, you can manage your credit line entirely online. If you do want the human touch, you have a dedicated Account or Relationship Manager you can speak to anytime.

Key Takeaways

  • The Business Credit Line's maximum limit is now ₱25 million (up from ₱20 million), with interest rates now as low as 0.79% per month (from 0.99%). Actual limits and rates depend on First Circle's credit assessment.
  • Withdrawing funds, loan rescheduling and early repayment can all be done directly from your First Circle account, at the click of a button.
  • USD disbursements are coming soon, letting businesses that deal in US Dollars receive their Business Credit Line disbursement directly in USD, no  currency conversion required.
  • Payroll and Invoices are coming soon directly inside your First Circle account, alongside the existing credit line, deposit, and payment tools.
  • Your Business Credit Line can now go up to ₱25 million, with interest rates as low as 0.79%.* Whether you're covering payroll, restocking inventory, or funding a new opportunity, a higher credit line gives you more room to move when your business needs it. And it's never been easier to manage, right from your First Circle account.

    *Credit approval, limits, and rates granted may vary upon assessment based on existing First Circle policies. Reach out to your Account or Relationship Manager to find out if this applies to your account.

    Managing your Business Credit Line online

    Your First Circle account gives you several ways to manage your Business Credit Line online — from rescheduling, early repayment, and drawdowns, to direct debit payments. 

    Here's a closer look at what's available to you today simply by accessing your account.

    Drawdown funds

    Select your loan amount, terms, disbursement account, and repayment method all online. If your plans change, drawdown requests can also be cancelled directly from the loans table. 

    withdraw a loan anytime using your first circle account

    Choose your own repayment date

    When setting your loan terms, you can select your preferred first repayment date, shown as "Repay on a fixed date of the month." Use this to align repayments with your business's cash flow cycle.

    choose your loan terms online with a first circle account

    Pay by direct debit

    For eligible companies, direct debit lets repayments happen automatically, removing the need for manual transfers on every due date. Availability depends on your company's account setup. You can contact your Account or Relationship Manager to confirm your eligibility.

    first circle account lets you pay by direct debit

    Save on interest by repaying early

    Make an early repayment on an eligible loan directly from your account - choose your repayment date and see how much you would save on interest. The earlier you pay, the more you can save.

    repay early using your first circle account

    Reschedule your loan

    If your repayment schedule no longer fits your business's cash flow, you can update it yourself, whenever it's convenient. From your loans table, select Reschedule repayment to adjust your terms directly.

    reschedule your loan online with first circle account

    Coming soon: What's new from First Circle

    USD Disbursements

    If your business deals in US Dollars, you will soon be able to receive your Business Credit Line disbursement in USD straight to your account, no manual conversions needed.

    Payroll and Invoices

    Managing payroll and invoices shouldn't mean juggling separate tools. We're building both directly into your First Circle account. Soon you can manage payroll cycles for your team or create automated invoices and get paid faster, all online on your First Circle Account.

    Want to get first access to these features? Reach out to your Account or Relationship Manager, or contact support@firstcircle.com or (+632) 8580 3200, to check your eligibility.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    How do I login to my First Circle account to access all these features?

    Access your account here: account.firstcircle.ph/login. Just input your registered email address and password.

    Do I need to ask my Account or Relationship Manager to reschedule a loan or repay early?

    No. Both can be completed directly from your First Circle account. Your Account or Relationship Manager remains available if you have questions or want guidance on your options.

    Is direct debit available to all First Circle customers?

    Direct debit is available to eligible customers, depending on account setup. Contact your Account or Relationship Manager to confirm whether your business qualifies.

    Can I see how much an early repayment will cost before I commit to a loan?

    Yes. Your estimated early repayment amount is shown before you accept a loan offer, so you can factor it into your decision upfront.

    Credit approval, limits, and rates granted may vary upon assessment based on existing First Circle policies. First Circle Growth Finance Corp. is a financing company with SEC Registration No. CS201605477 and CA No. 1108. It is regulated by the Securities and Exchange Commission with the email flcd_queries@sec.gov.ph. For any questions, you may reach out to support@firstcircle.com.

    First Circle does not engage in banking services and it is not regulated by the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas. Services will be provided by Netbank (A Rural Bank), Inc., which is a bank regulated by the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas.

    Jess Jacutan

    Jess Jacutan is a Content Marketing Consultant at First Circle, where she helps Philippine small and medium enterprises discover smarter ways to finance and grow their operations.
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