QNB unveils exclusive credit card in partnership with Harrods and Visa
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Doha
QNB Group, alongside Harrods,announced the official launch of the exclusive QNB Harrods Visa credit card. This collaboration is set to offer customers an unparalleled blend of luxury, convenience, and security, redefining the premium payment experience.
The launch event, held at the Harrods Tea Room in Msheireb, Doha, brought together esteemed guests, including key influencers, media, and senior executives from QNB, Harrods, and Visa.
The event featured speeches from Adel Ali Al-Malki, Senior Executive Vice President of QNB Group Retail Banking, Dr. Saeeda Jaffar, Group Country Manager, GCC at Visa, and Mr. Alex Unitt, Partnerships Director at Harrods, highlighting the unique benefits and sophisticated features of the new co-branded Visa credit card.
The QNB Harrods Visa credit card will be available to customers starting from early June, with the exact date to be announced closer to the time. The Visa Platinum and Visa Infinite QNB Harrods cobranded credit cards offer exceptional value, allowing cardholders to earn Harrods Points on every purchase.
Additional exclusive benefits include access to luxury lifestyle privileges and comprehensive travel benefits, and primary cardholders receiving an automatic upgrade to Harrods Gold Tier membership with the Visa Platinum card, and Harrods Black Tier membership with the Visa Infinite card. The QNB Harrods Visa credit card also features advanced security measures and seamless digital management through the QNB Mobile App, ensuring a premium and secure payment experience.
Adel Ali Al-Malki, Senior Executive Vice President of QNB Group Retail Banking remarked, 'The strategic alliance between QNB, Harrods, and Visa is a powerful testament to our commitment to providing our esteemed customers with the finest payment solutions. This collaboration underscores our dedication to enhancing the shopping and travel experiences for our valued cardholders, combining unparalleled luxury with the highest levels of security to ensure a safe, seamless, and rewarding payment experience.'
Shashank Singh, Visa's VP and General Manager for Qatar and Kuwait, commented: 'Visa is excited to see the QNB Harrods Visa credit card officially live in Qatar. This premium card offers unmatched luxury and convenience, backed by Visa's advanced security and global acceptance at more than 150 million merchant partners. Cardholders will enjoy exclusive benefits and travel perks for a more rewarding payment experience.
This partnership also supports the government's digital commerce agenda, and we're delighted to join QNB and Harrods in launching this exciting new product for consumers in Qatar.'
Alex Unitt, Partnerships Director at Harrods said 'We are delighted to introduce the QNB Harrods Visa credit card – a key milestone in in our international engagement strategy, bringing the Harrods experience closer to our valued customers in Qatar. We are proud to collaborate with QNB on this exclusive partnership, an institution that so closely mirrors our commitment to excellence and personalized service. We look forward to offering our discerning clientele in this region a new, elevated way to engage with the world of Harrods.'
The new credit card is set to become an essential lifestyle companion, offering unique privileges, exclusive rewards, and unparalleled convenience. Cardholders can look forward to an array of benefits, including access to exclusive events, luxury-shopping experiences, and premium travel perks. The card's advanced security features ensure that every transaction is safe and seamless, providing peace of mind for cardholders.
This landmark collaboration promises to deliver an exceptional payment experience, combining the strengths of QNB's financial expertise, Harrods' luxury retail heritage, and Visa's cutting-edge payment technology.
The QNB Harrods Visa credit card is more than just a payment product; it is a symbol of elegance, luxury, and unparalleled customer service.
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