AlRayan Bank introduces new generation of payment cards designed for inclusion, sustainability

Doha, Qatar - AlRayan Bank has introduced a new generation of payment cards aimed at promoting inclusivity and environmental sustainability. These innovative cards feature a blind notch to assist visually impaired customers in identifying the card's orientation through touch, while also incorporating 80% recycled PVC to minimize the use of conventional PVC.

Omar Al Emadi, Acting GCEO at AlRayan Bank, emphasized that this launch exemplifies how responsible banking can be achieved through product innovation. By integrating inclusive design elements with sustainable materials, the bank is developing solutions that cater to customer needs while aligning with Qatar's sustainability and inclusion goals.

The blind notch offers a tactile reference point for visually impaired cardholders, enabling them to use their cards independently without the need for any additional tools or accessories. Directly integrated into the card's design, this feature enhances the overall user experience.

AlRayan Bank views financial inclusion as encompassing not just access to banking services, but also how customers interact with and experience the products. By utilizing 80% recycled PVC in the card body, the bank promotes a more circular and resource-efficient approach to material usage, thereby reducing the environmental impact associated with its payment cards.

This initiative aligns with AlRayan Bank's broader Responsible Banking strategy, which encompasses financial inclusion, sustainability, and innovation. It supports the bank's ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) Strategy 2026-2030 and its aspiration to become a leading Islamic Sustainable Finance and Transition Partner.

Through the integration of these priorities into everyday banking products and services, AlRayan Bank is advancing its ESG agenda and contributing to Qatar National Vision 2030's objectives of fostering a more inclusive and sustainable future.