Emirates NBD, a banking group in the Middle East, North Africa and Turkiye region, has signed a partnership agreement with VFS Global — the world’s largest visa outsourcing and technology services specialist — to offer consumers across the Kingdom access to exclusive benefits.
The agreement was signed by Ghassan Najmeddin, head of retail banking and wealth management, Emirates NDB KSA, and Sumanth Kapoor, business head, Saudi Arabia and Bahrain, VFS Global, in the presence of a selection of senior executives from both parties.
Emirates NBD will serve as VFS Global’s primary banking partner in the Kingdom and will leverage VFS Global’s expansive presence in Riyadh, Jeddah and Dammam to operate touchpoints, providing customers payment opportunities along with ATM facilities, within VFS Global’s premises. The move underlines Emirates NBD’s commitment to supporting Saudi Arabia into becoming a leading travel, investment, tourism and financial services hub.
In line with Vision 2030, the agreement will accelerate the digital transformation of financial services in Saudi Arabia and the wider region, advancing the growth and development of the Kingdom’s financial services, travel and tourism sectors, thereby, providing Saudi citizens and residents with seamless access to quality offerings and experiences.
Naser Yousef, CEO, Emirates NBD KSA, said: “As travel becomes more accessible, our partnership with VFS Global aims to enhance banking, and travel experiences for Saudi nationals and residents, making their journeys more rewarding.”
Najmeddin said: “With more people in Saudi Arabia traveling abroad, we are committed to providing seamless integrated solutions. Our partnership with VFS Global enhances access to exclusive benefits, ensuring a superior experience for affluent customers.”
Kapoor added: “VFS Global is deepening its connections within Saudi Arabia, a key market for us and one where we have operated for over two decades. It has been our constant endeavor to bring our customers comfort, convenience, and benefits through every service we provide, and partnering with Emirates NBD, another key player in its own sector, allows us to innovate and enhance customer experiences while supporting Vision 2030 goals.”
