BRAC Bank, BPC partner to simplify payments for tourists

BRAC Bank-Bangladesh Parjatan Corporation agreement signing recently.

Dhaka, Sunday, February 2: BRAC Bank has partnered with Bangladesh Parjatan Corporation (BPC) to introduce seamless payment solutions for local and international tourists.

Under this collaboration, the corporation will accept payments through BRAC Bank’s Point of Sale (POS) terminals and Bangla QR codes, allowing tourists to transact using VISA, MasterCard, JCB, Diner’s Club, and Discover Card.

This initiative enhances convenience by enabling quick and secure transactions at hotels, motels, resorts, restaurants, and international airports. It ensures a hassle-free experience for international visitors and makes financial transactions smoother and more efficient.

The partnership was formalized at a signing ceremony on January 28, 2025, at Parjatan Bhaban in Agargaon, attended by key representatives from both organizations.

From BRAC Bank, the event was attended among others by A.K.M. Tareq, Senior Zonal Head (North), Distribution Network; Khairuddin Ahmed, Head of Merchant Acquiring, Retail Banking; Faysal Haider, Regional Head, Dhaka West Region; Zia Ul Haque, Cluster Manager, Dhaka West Region; Md. Ashraful Alam, Head of Alliances, Merchant Acquiring.

Representing Bangladesh Parjatan Corporation were Saima Shahin Sultana, Chairman; Jamil Ahmed, Director (Commercial); A.K.M. Tarek, Director (Administration); Md. Noor-e-Alam, Director (Finance); Md. Nazrul Islam, General Manager (Commercial); and A.N.M. Mostadud Dastogir, General Manager (Commercial), Attach.

This partnership streamlines financial transactions for local and international tourists while enhancing Bangladesh’s reputation as a tourist-friendly destination. It offers visitors a more convenient, secure, and enjoyable travel experience. – Press release