QIIB, a bank in the Gulf Co-operation Council region, has introduced a biometric-enabled version of Visa’s Click to Pay service. This makes QIIB one of the early adopters among GCC banks.

This new payment feature enables QIIB Visa cardholders to make online purchases using a passkey system that relies on biometric verification methods such as fingerprints or facial recognition. This process replaces the need for manually entering credit card details or using one-time passwords.

The feature is integrated with Visa’s passkey technology, which adheres to FIDO (Fast Identity Online) standards. This integration aims to enhance both security and user experience by offering an alternative to traditional authentication methods. Visa officials have stated that the collaboration supports broader digital transformation initiatives in Qatar, including national e-commerce efforts.

To use this service, QIIB customers can register via the bank’s mobile application. Once registered, cardholders can utilize a single identifier, such as an email address or mobile number, at checkout with participating merchants. This system uses encrypted digital tokens instead of actual credit card data to protect customer information while enhancing transaction efficiency across various Internet-connected devices.

QIIB officials highlighted that the adoption of this biometric Click to Pay feature underscores their commitment to offering more secure and user-friendly payment solutions. They emphasized that working with Visa allows them to integrate technologies that reduce fraud risk while maintaining easy digital access for users.

The launch of this service is part of a broader trend in the GCC, where financial institutions are increasingly introducing biometric and tokenization-based payment services to meet growing demands for secure online payments.