Muscat: BankDhofar has recently signed a strategic partnership agreement with Visa, the world’s leader in digital payments, to strengthen the business relationship between the two parties and to enhance the bank’s customer experience.
The signing ceremony took place at BankDhofar’s Head Office, and the agreement was mutually signed by Abdul Hakeem Omar Al Ojaili, Chief Executive Officer of BankDhofar and Dr Saeeda Jaffar, Senior Vice President and Group Country Manager, GCC region, Visa, with the presence of a number of officials from both sides.
On signing the agreement, Abdul Hakeem Omar Al Ojaili, Chief Executive Officer at BankDhofar said, “We are glad to continue our partnership with Visa, the world’s leader in digital payments. This agreement reflects our endeavour to constantly provide seamless services and advanced payment solutions to our customers. We understand the tremendous technological development in various aspects of the financial industry, and as one of the leading banks in the Sultanate, our strategic partnership with Visa will put us at the forefront of providing cutting-edge banking solutions.”
Over the years, BankDhofar has worked closely with Visa to provide innovative fintech digital solutions that are in line with the bank’s digital transformation vision. BankDhofar has been one of the pioneering financial institutions that have re-shaped the banking experience in the Sultanate through adopting the latest technologies and following best international practices in the industry.
Dr Saeeda Jaffar, Group Country Manager, GCC region, Visa, said, “We are delighted to renew our long-standing partnership with BankDhofar. Over the years, we have closely worked together to develop several attractive products that deliver seamless, secure and rewarding experiences to cardholders in Oman on their daily, retail, leisure and travel spend. As we renew our partnership, we remain committed to growing digital payments in Oman by bringing more customer-centric products to market and supporting the government’s ambitions of helping more consumers and local businesses enjoy the benefits of being part of the digital economy.”
Providing a convenient banking experience has always been the top priority for BankDhofar since its inception, putting technology and innovation at the core of its strategy to improve the experience of customers. BankDhofar is considered one of the best banks in the region, with a strong presence in Corporate Banking, Retail Banking, Treasury, and Project Finance. The bank caters to customers’ needs and requirements and sets the standard for the best customer experience within the banking industry in the Sultanate through innovative products and creative solutions.
Following best international banking practices, provision of outstanding customer experience, in addition to its commitment to community development and contribution to the growth of the national economy, has placed BankDhofar at the top of the list of best banks in the region. The bank has maintained a high level of Omanisation ratio and it strives to offer Omani nationals sound career and development opportunities.
