easypaisa, Pakistan’s leading digital bank, in collaboration with the Pakistan Airports Authority (PAA) and the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP), has taken a significant step toward digitizing consumer payment touchpoints at Islamabad International Airport – reinforcing the transition to a cashless, future-ready travel ecosystem.
The initiative, formalized at a ceremony at the airport attended by Air Vice Marshal Zeeshan Saeed, Director General of the Pakistan Airports Authority, as the chief guest, along with easypaisa’s leadership including Farhan Hassan, Chief Digital Officer, and Shahzad Khan, Chief Business Officer, marks a major milestone in Pakistan’s digital payments landscape.
| Initiative Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Lead Partner | easypaisa (Pakistan’s first digital bank) |
| Collaborating Entities | Pakistan Airports Authority (PAA), State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) |
| Location | Islamabad International Airport |
| Key Solution | QR code deployment across major consumer touchpoints |
| User Base | 60 million registered users |
| Strategic Alignment | PM’s cashless economy agenda, SBP’s financial inclusion vision |
Seamless Digital Payments for Millions of Travelers
As part of the digitization drive, easypaisa has deployed QR codes across major consumer touchpoints, enabling the airport’s millions of annual visitors to make seamless QR and digital wallet-based payments. The deployment spans retail outlets, food courts, parking facilities, and other service points, allowing travelers to transact without the need for physical cash.
Leadership Perspectives
Air Vice Marshal Zeeshan Saeed, Director General of the Pakistan Airports Authority, commented:
“It is encouraging to see the role private sector entities are playing in digitizing the economy and enabling a cashless ecosystem in line with the national agenda. Digitizing Islamabad International Airport, the gateway to the nation’s capital, will go a long way in advancing financial inclusion and enabling a digital-first ecosystem. Today is not just a launching of a digital payment solution, but a gateway to Pakistan’s digital future.”
Shahzad Khan, Chief Business Officer at easypaisa, emphasized the strength of the partnership:
“QR enablement across key consumer touchpoints is a decisive step toward accelerating the Prime Minister’s cashless economy agenda, aligned with the State Bank of Pakistan’s vision for financial inclusion. At easypaisa, we are committed to delivering seamless, secure, and always-on financial services that empower every Pakistani, even when they’re traveling.”
Expanding the Cashless Economy Vision
easypaisa continues to work closely with the Government of Pakistan and the State Bank of Pakistan under the Government’s Cashless Pakistan initiative to expand QR-based payments by simplifying onboarding, improving awareness, and strengthening merchant value propositions.
With 60 million registered users and as the country’s first digital bank to commence commercial operations, easypaisa remains aligned with the State Bank of Pakistan’s vision to drive inclusive economic growth. The company continues to expand its range of financial products and services, catering not only to its existing users but also to millions who remain unbanked or underbanked.
About easypaisa
easypaisa is Pakistan’s first digital bank and has advanced Pakistan’s digital finance landscape. Backed by its shareholders – Telenor Group, a leading telecom operator in Asia and the Nordics, and Ant Group, the force behind Alipay, the world’s leading open internet platform – easypaisa delivers secure, convenient financial solutions to millions of Pakistanis.
About the Pakistan Airports Authority
The Pakistan Airports Authority (PAA) is responsible for managing and operating airports across Pakistan, ensuring world-class facilities and services for travelers. The partnership with easypaisa reflects PAA’s commitment to enhancing passenger experience through innovative technology solutions.
