Press Release
14 October, 2026, 04:55 pm
Last modified: 14 October, 2026, 05:00 pm
Pubali Bank PLC has partnered with Mastercard to launch what it describes as Bangladesh's first offshore banking debit card, offering eligible non-resident Bangladeshis and foreign nationals access to foreign-currency payments and travel benefits.
Available exclusively to customers of the bank's Offshore Banking Unit, the World Mastercard debit card can be linked to offshore savings and current accounts maintained in US dollars and other approved foreign currencies, according to the press release.
The card is designed to help customers manage their offshore banking assets and meet cross-border financial needs. It supports e-commerce purchases, point-of-sale transactions and other international payments.
Cardholders receive three complimentary international airport lounge visits annually with a guest through the LoungeKey programme.
They also receive two complimentary visits each year to the Balaka Executive Lounge in Dhaka, with one accompanying guest, and unlimited access to domestic airport lounge facilities throughout the year, with one guest permitted on each visit.
Speaking at the launch, Pubali Bank Managing Director Mohammad Ali said, "We are committed to strengthening our Offshore Banking Division with solutions that meet the evolving needs of NRBs and international customers. The Pubali Bank Mastercard Offshore Banking World Debit Card combines foreign-currency flexibility, convenient payments and travel benefits to make offshore banking more seamless and accessible."
Zakia Sultana, country manager for Bangladesh at Mastercard, said, "As commerce, mobility and financial relationships become increasingly global, people expect banking solutions that move seamlessly across borders. Powering the launch of Bangladesh's first offshore banking debit card reflects our commitment to enabling more connected, secure and convenient financial experiences for different consumer segments."
She added, "Through this collaboration, we are bringing together Mastercard's global network, innovation capabilities and trusted payment infrastructure to help cardholders access and manage their finances with greater ease and flexibility, wherever life takes them."