Doha, Qatar — QNB Group, the largest financial institution in the Middle East and Africa, has announced a long-term strategic partnership with Harrods, the world’s leading luxury department store, and Visa, a global leader in digital payments.
This landmark collaboration will see the launch of the QNB Harrods Visa co-branded credit cards, designed exclusively for customers in Qatar. The new offering promises to combine premium rewards, cutting-edge security, and convenience, redefining the customer value proposition for high-end consumers.
To commemorate the partnership, a high-profile signing ceremony was held at the iconic Harrods store in Knightsbridge, London. The event was attended by senior executives from QNB, Harrods, and Visa, underscoring the significance of the collaboration.
The soon-to-be-launched credit card will provide customers with a suite of exclusive benefits, unique privileges, and a seamless payment experience both locally and internationally. The initiative aims to position the card as more than just a financial tool—but an essential lifestyle companion for the modern luxury consumer.
Adel Ali Al Malki, Senior Executive Vice President of Retail Banking at QNB Group, stated:
“The strategic alliance between QNB and Harrods is a powerful testament of our desire to bring about the best cards and payments value proposition to our esteemed customers. As the industry leader, this collaboration underscores our dedication to enhancing the shopping and travel experiences for our valued cardholders, combining unparalleled luxury coupled with the highest levels of security to ensure the payment experience is safe, seamless and rewarding.”
Michael Ward, Managing Director of Harrods, added:
“We are delighted to introduce these co-branded card partnerships with QNB, marking a key milestone in Harrods’ international growth strategy. This collaboration allows us to strengthen our connection with valued customers, offering both loyal and new clientele in Qatar an enhanced rewards experience that reflects the excellence and personal service synonymous with Harrods. We look forward to expanding our offering in the future and bringing the Harrods experience even closer to our customers, wherever they are.”
Shashank Singh, Visa is delighted to see QNB and Harrods partner to deliver this unique proposition that elevates the payment experience for Visa cardholders while supporting Harrods in reaching new customers and building loyalty with existing ones. This exciting new product is underpinned by Visa’s advanced security technology and worldwide acceptance network, with over 150 million merchant partners, allowing QNB Harrods cardholders to use their Visa cards to pay with confidence anywhere in the world.”
Further details regarding the card’s exclusive benefits and rewards program will be revealed in the coming months. This strategic alliance not only exemplifies QNB’s commitment to innovation in financial services but also highlights Harrods’ mission to deliver world-class customer experiences globally.
