It offers enhanced convenience for digital transactions.

This service not only allows online payments but also enables users to make in-app and contactless payments in person using their mobile devices.

This launch is poised to transform the digital payments landscape in Pakistan, providing a safer, simpler, and more efficient way to complete transactions.

How to Use Google Wallet in Pakistan

The process involves downloading the Google Wallet app from the Google Play Store. If you already have a linked credit or debit card to your Google account, it will automatically appear in the app.

Follow the on-screen instructions to set up your account for contactless payments.

If you don’t have a card linked, you can add one by tapping “Add a card” in the app’s carousel. After reviewing and accepting the terms and conditions, complete the verification process, and your card will be tokenized, ready for use in Google Wallet.

Supported Banks and Cards in Google Wallet

Google Wallet in Pakistan supports a wide range of bank cards, including both debit and credit cards from leading financial institutions. These cards can be used for in-person and online payments wherever Google Pay is accepted.

Currently, the following banks are supported:

Bank of Punjab (Mastercard credit cards)

Bank Alfalah (Visa and Mastercard debit and credit cards)

Faysal Bank Noor (Mastercard debit cards)

Jazzcash (Mastercard debit cards)

HBL (Visa and Mastercard debit and credit cards)

Meezan Bank (Visa and Mastercard debit cards)

UBL (Visa and Mastercard debit cards)

In the near future, more banks will be integrated into Google Wallet, including:

Allied Bank (Visa debit cards)

Easypaisa Digital Bank (Visa debit cards)

JS Bank (Visa credit cards and Mastercard debit cards)

Zindigi (Visa debit and credit cards, and Mastercard debit cards)

Additional Features and Merchant Integration

In addition to bank cards, Google Wallet also supports digital items such as loyalty cards and boarding passes, making it a comprehensive tool for managing payments and travel documents.

Soon, users will be able to shop at popular online retailers such as Onic, Gul Ahmed, Sana Safinaz, J., and KE, via PayFast’s integration. Travelers can also add boarding passes from airlines like Batik Air and Thai Airways to Google Wallet, making for a smoother experience at airports with real-time updates on departure times and gate changes.

The integration of Google Wallet with Safepay’s platform will soon allow more businesses across Pakistan to accept secure, contactless payments, broadening the reach of this innovative payment solution. With these new features, Google Wallet is set to revolutionize how Pakistan handles payments and financial transactions. 

Google Wallet on iPhone

While you can t directly use the Google Wallet app on an iPhone, you can still use Google Pay (which is the core functionality of Google Wallet) for contactless payments by downloading the Google Pay app and adding your payment cards.

Here s a more detailed breakdown:

Google Wallet App:

The Google Wallet app is primarily designed for Android devices and not available on iPhones.

Google Pay App:

You can download the Google Pay app from the App Store and use it to add your debit and credit cards, allowing you to make contactless payments wherever Google Pay is accepted.

Functionality:

Google Pay on iPhone offers similar functionality to Google Wallet on Android, including:

Adding and managing payment cards.

Making contactless payments in stores and online.

Using UPI for money transfers (in India).

Requirements:

To use Google Pay on iPhone, you ll need:

    An iPhone XS or higher model.

iOS 17.0 or higher.

A Google Account.

An internet connection to install the app.

Security:

Google Pay and Google Wallet prioritize security, requiring a screen lock on your device for app usage and ensuring your payment details are stored securely.

Tap to Pay:

Google Pay allows you to tap your iPhone to pay at contactless terminals.