BFC Payments, a subsidiary of Al Ansari Financial Services PJSC, and Bahrain’s leading digital payments and financial services platform, is pleased to announce a major enhancement to its flagship Travel Buddy multi-currency prepaid card. The card now supports an expanded portfolio of 32 currencies, reinforcing its position as the go-to financial solution for global travelers and digitally empowered consumers seeking seamless, borderless spending.
Enhancing its already robust multi-currency capabilities, the Travel Buddy card now supports 15 additional currencies, further expanding its global reach. New additions include the Japanese Yen (JPY), Malaysian Ringgit (MYR), Indian Rupee (INR), Azerbaijani Manat (AZN), Egyptian Pound (EGP), Swedish Krona (SEK), Jordanian Dinar (JOD), Philippine Peso (PHP), Iraqi Dinar (IQD), Moroccan Dirham (MAD), South African Rand (ZAR), Indonesian Rupiah (IDR), Chinese Yuan (CNY), Hong Kong Dollar (HKD), and Czech Koruna (CZK).
These newly added currencies complement the Travel Buddy card’s existing offering, which includes the Bahraini Dinar (BHD), United States Dollar (USD), British Pound Sterling (GBP), Euro (EUR), United Arab Emirates Dirham (AED), Omani Rial (OMR), Qatari Riyal (QAR), Saudi Riyal (SAR), Kuwaiti Dinar (KWD), Turkish Lira (TRY), Thai Baht (THB), Singapore Dollar (SGD), Australian Dollar (AUD), Canadian Dollar (CAD), Swiss Franc (CHF), Georgian Lari (GEL), and Norwegian Krone (NOK).
“At BFC Payments, we remain dedicated to redefining how our customers experience and manage their finances through smart, intuitive, and innovative solutions. The BFC Pay Travel Buddy card is crafted to elevate both global travel and everyday spending, and this expanded currency support marks a significant step forward in that mission. We’re continually reimagining everyday finance – whether you’re a frequent flyer, an avid digital shopper, or living life across borders, the Travel Buddy card delivers unparalleled financial control and convenience right in your pocket,” said Vineet Karumat, General Manager of BFC Payments.
The Travel Buddy card stands out as the only card in Bahrain offering support for over 30 currencies within a single, unified wallet. This positions it as a powerful tool for customers seeking unmatched convenience and financial control—whether spending locally or abroad. In addition to its seamless multi-currency capabilities, the card offers up to 7% cashback on domestic transactions, making
Everyday purchases even more rewarding. With this combination of flexibility, value, and ease of use, the Travel Buddy card redefines modern money management for both daily life and international travel.
The BFC Pay App continues to lead Bahrain’s digital payment revolution with a comprehensive suite of financial services. Key features include a stored value wallet with a virtual IBAN for seamless bank transfers, Scan & Pay via BenefitPay QR, WPS salary accounts for effortless payroll management, global money transfers, bill payments, international mobile recharges, and school fee payments. Customers also enjoy exclusive merchant offers and real-time in-app chat support, ensuring convenient, connected, and prompt financial service at their fingertips.
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