Mastercard and Qlub Partner to Transform GCC Digital Payments
Mastercard has formed a strategic partnership with Qlub, a leading fintech innovator in the hospitality sector, to expand digital and contactless payments across the GCC. This initiative aims to meet the growing demand for seamless, technology-driven dining experiences. By bringing its payment solutions, platforms, and technologies to Qlub, Mastercard strengthens the region’s digital payment infrastructure.
The collaboration also involves a minority investment in the fintech company. Furthermore, Mastercard will process Qlub’s card-not-present transactions through Mastercard Gateway in markets including the UAE, KSA, Qatar, Kuwait, and Bahrain. Consequently, restaurants and consumers gain access to faster, simpler, and more secure payment experiences.
Driving Innovation in Hospitality Payments
The partnership combines Qlub’s QR-based payment technology with Mastercard’s global expertise. Together, the companies are reimagining how guests and restaurants interact. By streamlining transactions, they aim to make dining experiences safer, faster, and more rewarding across the GCC.
In 2023, Qlub joined Start Path, Mastercard’s award-winning startup engagement program. This ongoing collaboration reflects a shared commitment to scaling digital commerce in high-growth industries and fostering innovation in hospitality payments.
Reshaping the Payments Experience
Through this partnership, the two companies plan to leverage advanced technology, operational expertise, and global payment infrastructure. Moreover, the collaboration positions both firms to transform how payments function in restaurants, ultimately enhancing the overall hospitality experience in the region.
