Maya has launched Google Pay support for its credit cards, making it one of the first banks in the Philippines to enable seamless Tap-to-Pay using Android devices at contactless terminals worldwide. This rollout starts with credit cards and plans prepaid support soon, enhancing contactless payments through the Maya app integration.
Rollout Details
Maya Credit Card users can begin using Google Pay by downloading Google Wallet from the Play Store and adding their cards. The feature allows instant taps at any Visa or Mastercard contactless terminal globally, with no scanning or manual approvals needed. Prepaid card support and direct Maya app access are also coming, creating a multi-card Tap-to-Pay ecosystem.
Security and Technology
Every transaction employs Visa-grade tokenization, replacing card details with encrypted digital credentials for real-time validation and protection. This links directly to users’ actual credit lines, preserving rewards while ensuring global security standards.
Executive Perspectives
Shailesh Baidwan, Maya Group President and Co-Founder of Maya Bank, emphasized making Tap-to-Pay instant and seamless across card types. Prep Palacios, Country Manager for Google Philippines, highlighted the collaboration’s role in faster, secure payments and financial inclusion. The move aligns with rising digital payment trends amid expanding NFC terminals.
Usage Instructions
- Download Google Wallet and add your Maya Credit Card.
- Unlock your Android phone.
- Tap at any compatible terminal.
Digital Payments on the Rise
Digital payments now represent 57% of retail volume per Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas data, with Tap-to-Pay poised to drive further growth as consumers favor speed over QR scans. Maya leverages its position as the top fintech ecosystem for nationwide scaling.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q: Which devices support Maya Google Pay Tap-to-Pay?
A: Android phones via Google Wallet, with future Maya app integration;
Q: Is it safe to use Maya credit cards with Google Pay?
A: Yes, secured by Visa tokenization for encrypted, real-time transaction protection.
Q: What cards work with this feature initially?
A: Maya Credit Cards for now, with prepaid cards planned soon.
Q: Where can I use Maya Google Pay?
A: Any Visa or Mastercard contactless terminal worldwide.
For more information, visit Maya’s official website.
Emman has been writing technical and feature articles since 2010. Prior to this, he became one of the instructors at Asia Pacific College in 2008, and eventually landed a job as Business Analyst and Technical Writer at Integrated Open Source Solutions for almost 3 years.
