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HABIBMETRO Bank Partners with BPC for Next-Gen Payments in Pakistan

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A close-up of a HABIBMETRO Bank debit card and a smartphone on a light wooden counter with a blurred Pakistani street scene.

HABIBMETRO Bank debit card and smartphone on a wooden counter with a street scene background.

Key Highlights

HABIBMETRO Bank selects BPC’s SmartVista platform to enhance issuing and transaction processing, supporting Pakistan’s digital finance goals and Vision 2028.

HABIBMETRO Boosts Payments with BPC SmartVista

Habib Metropolitan Bank (HABIBMETRO) has partnered with BPC to implement its next-generation SmartVista platform. This strategic move aims to significantly enhance the bank’s issuing capabilities and transaction processing, establishing a scalable foundation for digital services.

The initiative aligns with the State Bank of Pakistan’s (SBP) Vision 2028, which is driving the country towards a highly digital financial ecosystem. Traditional banks are modernizing legacy systems to keep pace with this evolving landscape.

Key Enhancements & Figures

  • HABIBMETRO handles over 3.25 million daily transactions.
  • The bank serves more than 850,000 cardholders.
  • SmartVista will upgrade issuing for modern card programs, including physical debit and virtual cards.
  • It ensures compliance with international payment schemes and PayPak certifications.
  • A prior BPC Digital Fraud Management System was implemented by HABIBMETRO in six months.

Future-Ready Financial Services

The SmartVista platform promises stronger scalability, quicker transaction response times, and improved compliance. It will enable HABIBMETRO to efficiently introduce new services.

These include international card ATM acquiring, card-based loyalty programs, and GooglePay integration. The bank also plans faster collaboration with fintechs, bill aggregators, and remittance companies, enhancing service for its growing cardholder base.