du Pay Surpasses AED 1.5 Billion in Digital Transactions in Under Two Years as UAE Speeds Toward Cashless Future

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du Pay Surpasses AED 1.5 Billion in Digital Transactions in Under Two Years as UAE Speeds Toward Cashless Future

du Pay, the digital financial services arm of du, has surpassed AED 1.5 billion in total transactions in less than two years, marking a major milestone in the UAE’s accelerating shift toward a cashless economy.

The achievement highlights du Pay’s rapid expansion and its growing role in delivering accessible, secure and user-friendly financial services to residents across the country—particularly underserved expatriate communities who benefit from banking-like services without traditional barriers such as minimum balance requirements.

The platform’s strong performance supports the Dubai Department of Finance’s plan to make 90% of all transactions in Dubai cashless by 2026.

Fahad Al Hassawi, Chairman of du Pay, stated: “Reaching AED 1.5 billion in transactions represents our commitment to financial inclusion and digital transformation in the UAE. We aim to empower residents to fully participate in the digital economy and offer comprehensive digital payment solutions while supporting the nation’s vision for a cashless future.”

Launched by du, one of the UAE’s most trusted telecom operators, du Pay offers a secure and inclusive suite of financial services, providing instant onboarding with Emirates ID and facial recognition, multilingual support and a streamlined interface designed for everyday use.

The platform has recorded over one million downloads, underscoring its fast adoption across the UAE. Users can send money to more than 200 countries at competitive rates, pay bills, top up mobile numbers, and withdraw cash without a card—all through a single app. With no minimum balance requirement and a free unique IBAN for every user, du Pay ensures full accessibility for all segments, including salary deposits via local transfers.

Backed by Central Bank licensing and advanced security frameworks, du Pay is emerging as one of the region’s most trusted digital finance platforms.

In addition to core services, users benefit from promotional offers, including free data with every telco recharge or international money transfer, as well as gold coin giveaways—more than 300 customers have already won prizes.

By prioritizing accessibility, convenience and financial empowerment, du Pay is enabling more residents to integrate seamlessly into the digital economy. Its AED 1.5 billion transaction milestone further solidifies its position as a key driver of the UAE’s digital transformation agenda.