eTip Launches Debit Payroll Card to Modernize Tipped Wage Access

New Physical and Virtual Debit Card Provides Instant Access to Tips & Wages

SAN FRANCISCO, June 2, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- eTip, the award-winning digital tipping and financial benefits platform specializing in digital tipping for hospitality and service industries, today announced the launch of its new, no-fee, user-friendly VISA debit payroll card. Crafted to provide service workers a modern, efficient, and flexible way to access their earnings, this innovative solution allows eTip customers to effortlessly load tips and wages onto physical and virtual debit cards. Eliminating manual processes ensures instant access to earned wages, enhancing convenience and streamlining payroll for employers and employees.

Employers are increasingly seeking solutions to streamline tip and wage distribution while eliminating the need for manual reconciliation. At the same time, employees seek faster, more secure, and more convenient ways to access their earnings. eTip's new debit card payroll product, purpose-built for the large-scale operations of hotels and hospitality companies, addresses both needs by eliminating hours or even days of financial reconciliation. With the decline of cash and the increasing demand for digital solutions, this innovation provides workers with direct, secure financial access while streamlining payroll operations for employers.

Key Features and Benefits for Service Workers:

• Instant Access to Tips & Wages: Employees no longer need to wait for checks to clear. Funds are available within seconds.
• No Fees, No Hidden Costs: The debit payroll card is free to get and use, and has no monthly maintenance fees, giving workers more flexibility over their finances.
• Convenience & Security: Service workers can access their wages anytime, anywhere, at thousands of ATMs or retail stores, or by adding the card to their favorite digital wallets.
• No Need for Check Cashing: Employees no longer have to deal with the costly and time-consuming check-cashing process. With the debit payroll card, they gain instant access to their full earnings, eliminating the hassle and ensuring they can access their funds quickly.
• Financial Control and Budgeting: With online and mobile access, employees can track their balance, monitor spending, and effectively budget their wages.

Key Features and Benefits for Employers:

• Efficient Payroll Processing: Employers can seamlessly deposit entire paychecks onto the Debit Payroll Card, streamlining payroll processes, saving time, and reducing administrative overhead. This efficient solution enhances convenience for employers and employees while minimizing payroll complexities.
• Cost Savings: Businesses can significantly reduce payroll processing costs by eliminating the need for printing and distributing physical checks. This streamlined approach minimizes administrative overhead, reduces errors, and enhances overall efficiency, making payroll more cost-effective and environmentally friendly.
• Employee Satisfaction: Instant access to wages enhances retention and job satisfaction, empowering employees with a modern, flexible way to manage their finances on their terms.

"For many, tips are a critical component to financial well-being," said Nicolas Cassis, co-founder and CEO of eTip. "At eTip, we're on a mission to provide digital tipping solutions that streamline the process, offer on-demand access to earnings, and empower workers with tools like savings and credit building. With the launch of our debit card, we've gone even further to digitize tip distribution and enhance financial wellness – ultimately empowering service workers to achieve financial stability while supporting businesses with streamlined operations."

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About eTip

eTip is a cutting-edge digital tipping and financial benefits platform tailored for hospitality and service-sector businesses, including hotels, restaurants, gaming, and more. Trusted by leading global hospitality, leisure, and retail brands, eTip enhances operational efficiency, strengthens customer loyalty, and engages employees with modern digital financial solutions. By leveraging advanced technology, payment innovations, and the power of gratitude, eTip offers impactful solutions that address the unique challenges of the hospitality and service industries, meeting their specific and evolving needs. For more information, visit eTip.io. Click here to schedule a demo. Connect with us on LinkedIn for updates.

Press contact: Nicolas Cassis, eTip, [email protected]

SOURCE eTip