A new level of convenience for digital payment will be brought about after Google Wallet’s successful launch in Pakistan. The launch of Google Wallet, a tap-to-pay payment system in Pakistan, was officially announced in March 2025. This service allows you to pay with just one tap on your mobile device. Keeping cash or visiting ATMs will no longer be necessary. Simply add your payment cards to your wallet and you’re set.
What is Google Wallet?
Google Wallet is a fast, convenient, and secure contactless payment system that works with your mobile device. By simply adding your bank cards, loyalty cards, gift cards, or transit passes, you can easily make payments. Once set up, you can pay your bills wherever Google Pay is accepted.
Does Google Wallet work on all mobile devices?
No, Google Wallet requires your phone to have NFC (Near Field Communication) capabilities to function with Google Pay.
Does Google Wallet work without internet?
Yes, it works without the internet because it uses NFT, but you will need an internet connection to add new cards.
Is Google Wallet Available for Android and iOS?
Google Wallet is only available for Androids. You can’t find this app on the Apple App Store.
Here is the list of supported banks and cards in Pakistan
| Bank Name | Google Wallet-Supported Cards |
| Habib Bank Limited | Visa Credit and Debit Cards, MasterCard Credit and Debit Cards |
| Faysal Bank Limited | MasterCard Credit and Debit Cards |
| Meezan Bank Limited | Visa Debit Cards, MasterCard Debit Cards |
| United Bank Limited | Visa Debit Cards, MasterCard Prepaid and Debit Cards |
| The Bank of Punjab | MasterCard Credit Cards |
| Bank Alfalah Limited | Visa Credit and Debit Cards, MasterCard Credit and Debit Cards |
| JazzCash | MasterCard Debit Cards |
How to Create a Google Wallet Account
- Download the Google Wallet app from the Google Play Store and open this app
- Log in with your Gmail account or create a new one
- Click Add Payment Card
- Click on New Credit or Debit Card
- Fill in all the information about your card, like card number, expiry date, security code, cardholder name, country, and address.
- Click on Verify its you
- Done
Note: Card will be added after verification, Your phone must have NFC feature to work with google wallet.
How to pay with Google Wallet:
- Take your phone near to point of sale machine
- The seller or shopkeeper will generate a receipt according to your bill
- Tap your phone on machine
- Done
Is it a Secure Payment Method?
The answer is yes, you can protect your wallet with PIN Code, Fingerprint, and Facial Recognition to ensure authorization and Privacy. It’s also hiding your original information and using virtual data to make payments.
Google Pay vs Google Wallet
| Google Pay | Google Wallet |
| Google Pay is an older version of google wallet. It is no longer supported in certain countries like in US but can still tap-to-pay by using google wallet. This app is actually designed for only finance management, making payments, and sending money to other people. | This app has everything that Google Pay has, but some extra features. It is a digital wallet where you store all your Credit cards, Debit Cards, Gift Cards, and payment information. |
Top Competitors of Google Wallet:
Apple Pay:
Apple Pay is a widely used payment service, especially designed for iOS users. Apple Pay allows users to make contactless payments and store debit and credit cards. Apple Pay also works on Apple Watch. It is a top competitor with 61.3 million users around the Globe.
Samsung Pay:
Samsung Pay is similar to Google Wallet, and it supports both NFT and MST (Magnetic Secure Transmission) systems. Samsung Pay is limited to Samsung devices only. More than 16 million people are using this service worldwide.
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