QIIB has introduced a biometric-enabled version of Visa’s Click to Pay service, making it one of the early Gulf Co-operation Council (GCC) banks to adopt this innovative feature.

This new payment method enables QIIB Visa cardholders to finalize online purchases via a passkey system that employs biometric verification methods, like fingerprint or facial recognition. This approach simplifies the transaction process by eliminating the need for manually entering card details or using one-time passwords.

The technology is integrated with Visa’s passkey solution, adhering to FIDO (Fast Identity Online) standards, thereby enhancing both security and user experience. Visa officials stated that this collaboration supports broader digital transformation efforts in Qatar, including initiatives aimed at boosting e-commerce.

QIIB customers can enroll for the service through the bank’s mobile app. After registration, cardholders can use a single identifier—such as an email address or phone number—at checkout with participating merchants. This system relies on encrypted digital tokens rather than actual card data to protect customer information while streamlining transactions across multiple devices.

QIIB officials highlighted that the adoption of this biometric Click to Pay feature underscores an initiative to provide more secure and user-friendly payment systems. They emphasized working with Visa to integrate technologies that reduce fraud risks while maintaining seamless digital access for users.

This launch marks another step in the growing trend of biometric and tokenization-based payment services across the GCC, as financial institutions respond to rising demands for secure and user-centric online transactions.