botim money cards expand financial inclusion, available with no minimum salary. Collaboration supports broader participation in digital card payments across the UAE.
botim money has expanded its collaboration with Mastercard to power the next phase of its card issuance journey, supporting growth and digital-first payments in the UAE. The expanded agreement establishes a long-term strategic vision and a joint roadmap to advance reliable, digital-first payment experiences.
botim money cards are available without a minimum salary threshold. This widens eligibility across the UAE’s diverse resident base and supporting everyday payment access for more users.
“With card payments being part of everyday life for people living and working in the UAE, access needs to be reliable and inclusive by design.” said Dr. Tariq Bin Hendi, Board Member at Astra Tech and CEO of botim. “This expanded strategic collaboration with Mastercard strengthens our ability to provide reliable, digital-first payment experiences in the UAE to a broader segment of residents, while giving us a long-term platform to keep improving the card proposition over time.”
The announcement comes as Dubai targets cashless transactions to account for 90% of all transactions by the end of 2026. By widening eligibility through a regulated, digital-first card programme, the collaboration strengthens botim money’s role in the UAE, contributing to Dubai’s Cashless Strategy.
Gina Petersen-Skyrme, SVP & Country Manager, UAE and Oman at Mastercard, said, “Our deepened strategic agreement with botim money reflects Mastercard’s commitment to secure, scalable, and future-ready payment solutions. By combining our global network with botim money’s digital platform, we’re enabling seamless payment experiences built on trust.”
