By Maez Akhtar 
Habib Bank Limited (HBL), one of the largest banks in Pakistan, has announced a collaboration with NayaPay, a FinTech company that specializes in international remittances. The partnership aims to boost the flow of international remittances to Pakistan and make the process more convenient and efficient for both senders and recipients.
International remittances are a vital source of income for many families in Pakistan. According to the World Bank, Pakistan received $2 billion in remittances in 2019. However, the process of sending and receiving money can be cumbersome and costly. The collaboration between HBL and NayaPay aims to change that.
NayaPay is a digital platform that allows users to send money to Pakistan from anywhere in the world. The platform uses blockchain technology to ensure fast and secure transactions. The platform also offers competitive exchange rates and low fees, making it a cost-effective option for senders.
HBL, on the other hand, is one of the largest and most trusted banks in Pakistan. The bank has a vast network of branches and ATMs across the country, making it easy for recipients to access their money. The bank also offers a range of services, such as account opening and bill payment, that can be accessed by the remittance recipients.
The collaboration between HBL and NayaPay will allow users to send money to Pakistan using the NayaPay platform and have it credited directly to the recipient’s HBL account. This eliminates the need for recipients to travel to a physical location to collect their money. Furthermore, the recipients can access the remitted funds through any HBL account, enabling them to withdraw cash from nearest HBL ATM or use them for online transactions.
The partnership will also provide an additional service for HBL’s customers to send money internationally. Through NayaPay platform, HBL’s customers can transfer money to more than 200 countries with competitive exchange rates.
The collaboration between HBL and NayaPay is a major step forward for the financial industry in Pakistan. It demonstrates the willingness of traditional financial institutions to embrace new technologies and the potential of FinTech companies to disrupt the status quo. The partnership is expected to increase the flow of international remittances to Pakistan and make the process more convenient and efficient for both senders and recipients.
In conclusion, HBL and NayaPay’s collaboration is a great news for Pakistan and its citizens who rely on international remittances. This partnership will make the process of sending and receiving money more convenient and cost-effective, while also promoting financial inclusion. This collaboration will also help in providing additional services to HBL’s customers, and facilitating international money transfers.