A Game-Changer for Digital Payments in Pakistan
Google Wallet has officially launched in Pakistan, bringing a new level of convenience to digital transactions. This move is expected to enhance the country’s digital payments ecosystem by providing a seamless, secure, and efficient way to make payments both online and in-person.
With Google-Wallet, users can store their debit and credit cards, make contactless payments, and even manage digital items like loyalty cards and boarding passes. The integration with local banks makes it easier than ever to embrace digital financial solutions.
How to Set Up Google Wallet in Pakistan
Setting up Google Wallet is simple and takes just a few steps:
- Download the App – Get the Google Wallet app from the Google Play Store.
- Link Your Card – If you have a compatible credit or debit card linked to your Google account, it will automatically appear in Google Wallet.
- Manually Add a Card – If you don’t have a saved card, tap “Add a card” at the top of the app.
- Verify Your Card – Review and accept your bank’s terms and conditions, then complete the verification process.
- Start Using Google Wallet – Once your card is tokenized, you can use it for online and in-store purchases wherever Google Pay is accepted.
Supported Banks and Cards
Google Wallet currently supports a range of debit and credit cards from leading financial institutions in Pakistan. These include:
Banks Supporting Google Wallet
- Bank AlFalah (Visa & Mastercard debit and credit cards)
- Bank of Punjab (Mastercard credit cards)
- Faysal Bank Noor (Mastercard debit cards)
- HBL (Visa & Mastercard debit and credit cards)
- JazzCash (Mastercard debit cards)
- Meezan Bank (Visa & Mastercard debit cards)
- UBL (Visa & Mastercard debit cards)
Upcoming Banks to be Integrated Soon
- Allied Bank (Visa debit cards)
- Easypaisa Digital Bank (Visa debit cards)
- JS Bank (Visa credit cards & Mastercard debit cards)
- Zindigi (Visa debit & credit cards, Mastercard debit cards)
As more banks integrate with Google Wallet, users will have even greater flexibility and access to digital payment options.
Additional Features and Merchant Integration
Beyond storing bank cards, Google Wallet offers several other features to enhance the digital payment experience:
- Loyalty Cards & Boarding Passes – Store rewards programs, boarding passes, and event tickets for seamless travel and shopping.
- Retailer Support – Soon, users will be able to shop with Google Pay at top retailers like Onic, Gul Ahmed, Sana Safinaz, J., and KE, through PayFast’s integration.
- Travel Convenience – Airlines such as Batik Air and Thai Airways will support Google Wallet, allowing travelers to store their boarding passes and receive real-time updates about flights, gate changes, and departure times.
- Business Expansion – Google Wallet’s collaboration with Safepay will soon enable more businesses across Pakistan to accept secure contactless payments, further strengthening the country’s digital payment infrastructure.
The Future of Digital Payments in Pakistan
Google-Wallet’s arrival in Pakistan is a significant step toward a cashless economy, offering enhanced security and ease of use. With more businesses and banks set to integrate this payment solution, digital transactions are expected to become more accessible and widely adopted.
Key Takeaways:
✔ Google-Wallet is now live in Pakistan for contactless and online payments.
✔ Supports major banks like HBL, Meezan Bank, UBL, and JazzCash.
✔ More banks, including Allied Bank and Easypaisa, will join soon.
✔ Retailers like Gul Ahmed and Sana Safinaz will soon accept Google Pay.
✔ Travelers can store boarding passes from select airlines for added convenience.
Source : Tribune
