Background
The Maldives launched a domestic card switch to reduce dependency on international networks and lower fees while enhancing financial inclusion
Tasks
- Develop and deploy a domestic card switch for local transaction authorization and clearing
- Reduce dependency on international networks and lower transaction fees
- Enhance interoperability among banks, ATMs, and POS terminals
- Strengthen security and fraud prevention in electronic transactions
Bank overview
$2.9B
in assets
325K
clients
39
branches
Achieved Results
40%
cheaper processing
60%
faster transaction authorization
32%
growth in card adoption
Business Impact
Lower Transaction Processing Costs
Achieved a 40% reduction in transaction processing costs for domestic payments.

Faster Transaction Settlement
Realized a 60% faster transaction authorization and settlement process, significantly enhancing efficiency.

Expanded Card Usage in Remote Areas
Increased card usage across remote island communities by 32%, broadening access to digital payment services.

Digital Payment Leadership
Boosted digital payment adoption across merchants and businesses, positioning BML as a leader in digital payment innovation in the Maldives.

Robust Payment Infrastructure & Trust
Strengthened banking infrastructure with a more reliable payment system, which increased trust and confidence in locally processed transactions.

Advancing Financial Inclusion & Sovereignty
Enabled financial inclusion by reaching unbanked populations in rural areas while strengthening national financial sovereignty by reducing reliance on foreign networks.

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