Mastercard has announced a strategic collaboration with Qlub, a fintech innovator in the hospitality sector, to expand digital payments across the GCC. The partnership aims to enhance the digital payment landscape in the region and meet the demand for seamless, technology-driven dining experiences.

Mastercard will provide its advanced payment solutions, platforms, and technologies to Qlub. The company also revealed a minority investment in the fintech. As part of the deal, Mastercard will process Qlub’s card-not-present transactions through Mastercard Gateway in the UAE, KSA, Qatar, Kuwait, and Bahrain.

In 2023, Qlub joined Start Path, Mastercard’s startup engagement program. The collaboration highlights Mastercard’s commitment to scaling digital commerce in high-growth sectors.

• Mastercard brings global payments infrastructure and expertise
• Qlub offers QR-based payment technology for restaurants
• Together, they aim to reshape hospitality payments

Gina Petersen-Skyrme, Senior Vice President and Country Manager, UAE and Oman at Mastercard, said the partnership reflects Mastercard’s mission to support fintech innovators. She added that combining Qlub’s QR-based payment technology with Mastercard’s expertise will deliver simpler, faster, and more secure experiences.

John Mady, Managing Director, UAE at Qlub, reported that the collaboration is built on innovation and trust in payments. He said the goal is to make dining experiences safer, faster, and more rewarding across the GCC and beyond.

Founded in 2021 and based in Dubai, Qlub has become a key player in hospitality payments. The company offers QR code-based table payments across more than 3,000 restaurants and serves over 3 million users. It has nearly 300 employees and operations in 10 countries.

Recently, Qlub announced the closure of a $30 million funding round co-led by Shorooq and Cherry Ventures, with support from e&, Mubadala Investments, and Legend Capital. The funding will help take its smart dining solutions global.

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