Sohar International and its Islamic banking window – Sohar Islamic have introduced ‘Google Pay’, marking a key step milestone in the bank’s digital transformation journey.
Accessible to all Sohar International and Sohar Islamic customers, this new service provides them with fast, seamless and secure transactions through Android smartphones and Wear OS devices, across point-of-sale terminals, online platforms, and supported mobile applications around the world.
This launch highlights the bank’s commitment to embracing advanced technologies that enrich customer experience. Beyond an addition to digital payment ecosystem, the new service reflects the bank’s strategic focus on innovation, security and customer-centric banking experiences while meeting the needs of today’s tech-savvy customers.
Google Pay enables customers to seamlessly and securely link their Sohar International or Sohar Islamic debit, credit, or prepaid cards via the Google Wallet app. Once added and verified, customers can complete transactions by holding their Android device near a compatible payment terminal or making purchases online and within apps, without the need to repeatedly enter card details.
Google Pay, integrated with advanced security feature, ensures that sensitive card information is never shared with merchants. Instead, it utilizes a virtual account number that is device-specific and supported by a dynamic security code for each transaction. This aligns with the bank’s commitment to protecting customer data and financial integrity.
The bank empowers customers to use this payment solution for greater convenience and efficiency. This service, available in over 60 countries, provides a fast, simple and secure payment experience, highlighting Sohar International’s vision for developing a more inclusive, agile and digitally empowered banking environment for its diverse customer base.
