MasterCard has announced it has launched a reloadable Hajj prepaid card in Bangladesh in association with Premier Bank for pilgrims and Hajj Agencies.
Premier Bank is one of the top issuers of prepaid cards for Hajj pilgrims & Hajj Agencies in Bangladesh. It has branches across the country including all major cities like Dhaka, Chittagong, Cox’s Bazar, Sylhet, Comilla, Rajshahi and Rangpur. MasterCard reloadable prepaid cardholders will enjoy some exclusive benefits while using the card.
Dr. H.B.M. Iqbal, Chairman, Premier Bank, said: ‘’We are delighted to be able to provide the world class services to the Hajj pilgrims & Hajj Agencies through this MasterCard Reloadable Hajj Prepaid card. Pilgrims & Hajj Agencies will be able to remain stress free during their pilgrimage as they will not need to carry cash.”
Vikas Varma, Area Head, South Asia, MasterCard said, “We are pleased to announce the launch of our first Reloadable Hajj Prepaid Card program with Premier Bank. This marks another important step in our efforts to expand the use of electronic payments among the people of Bangladesh. This product will enable MasterCard Hajj Prepaid cardholders to enjoy best in class privileges and make their payments securely and conveniently while participating in Hajj.”
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