Visa, the global retail payment network, has signed a long-term alliance with Qatar-based Doha Bank, with an aim to grow the bank’s debit card business in Qatar.
As part of the strategic alliance, Doha Bank launched Visa Debit Platinum in Qatar. Visa will support Doha Bank to further develop the bank’s debit portfolio and improve customer experiences by increasing usage capabilities.
Tony Gougassian, area manager of Visa for Levant and Qatar, said: “Our signing with Doha Bank on our debit alliance is a milestone for Visa in growing the debit card capabilities in Qatar.”
Nabil Tabbara, executive manager for retail banking at Doha Bank, said: “The Visa debit platinum card will offer customers spending power as it comes with free travel insurance, extended warranty on purchases and impeccable services around the world in case of urgent need for cash or immediate replacement in just one working day. Al Riyada gives its customers access to a range of financial products, banking services tailored to be recognized through the Visa Debit Platinum Cards granting special recognition for Al-Riyada customers at any Doha Bank branch in Qatar and around the world,” he added
