Himyan Prepaid Card
Doha Bank is pleased to announce the launch of Himyan Prepaid Card, Qatar’s national payment initiative.
It is a Physical card issued and named after the money bag used by merchants in ancient Arabia, it is similar to electronic cards issued by global payment networks. Cards are a safe and convenient cash alternative. You can use Himyan Prepaid Card to buy items online and in stores across Qatar by simply loading money onto the card account before you can use it. Himyan Prepaid Card supports transactions at all domestic sale points, ATMs and local shopping websites.
Features
- No minimum account balance required for issuance.
- Card supports Qatari Riyal transactions only.
- Himyan Prepaid Card is a re-loadable card, secured with Chip and PIN technology.
- Convenience with contactless feature.
- Allows transactions at all sale points, ATMs and local online shopping websites on QPay.
- Doha Bank account holders can reload the Himyan Prepaid Card online through the mobile app or online banking or cash deposit at any Doha Bank branch.
Eligible Customers
Qatari citizens, residents with valid QIDs, and non-residents with valid passports can apply for Himyan Prepaid Card. This includes both existing and new Doha Bank customers.
Steps for Card Activation
Step 1: To activate your card through Online Banking, login and click on ‘Card Activation’ located under Cards. For activation through Mobile Banking App, login to the app and click on ‘Activate Cards’ located under Request Services.
Step 2: Select Activate Cards
Step 3: Select your Doha Bank Himyan Prepaid Card to activate.
Step 4: Set a 4-digit PIN of your choice.
Step 5: Click ‘Validate/Submit’ to generate a one-time password (OTP).
Step 6: Authenticate the OTP that has been sent to your registered mobile number to activate your Himyan Prepaid Card
Step 7: A confirmation SMS will be sent to your registered number informing that your card has been activated successfully.
Step 8: Your card is now ready for use.
Activating Your Card for Online / Ecommerce Transactions
Before you can start your online shopping or making payments through mobile application, Himyan Prepaid Card needs to be activated for online transactions.
To activate your Himyan Prepaid Card for online transactions, simply call our Call Center at 4445-6000. Our call center agent will be happy to assist you.
General Terms & Conditions
- Issuing the card for free for the first time.
- The card can be issued to different categories (citizens, residents).
- The card supports all types of local transactions:
- Payment on POS terminals.
- Withdrawal and deposit via ATMs.
- Online payment through e-commerce payment gateway.
Frequently Asked Questions
Existing Doha Bank customers can apply for a Himyan Prepaid Card at any branch. Non-residents customers can visit the Doha Bank Museum branch to obtain a Himyan Prepaid Card.
Funds initially are deposited on the card and the card can be reloaded with more money at any time.
- Doha Bank account holders can simply load the Doha Bank Himyan Prepaid Card via digital channels including the mobile app & internet banking. A maximum load limit of QR 50,000 per transaction and QR 100,000 per day will be applied.
- Non-residents can reload the card by depositing cash at Doha Bank branches. A maximum monthly load limit of QR 5,000 will apply.
Yes, for security reasons, the Bank has placed the following limits on the daily card usage:
- POS: QR 100,000
- ATM: QR 35,000
- Online / e-commerce transactions: QR 40,000
No, customers can use the card locally within Qatar.
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Doha Bank’s retail, commercial and corporate products are granted at our sole discretion and are subject to the Bank’s terms, conditions and acceptance.