Dhaka, Bangladesh – Prime Bank has inaugurated a new era in Bangladesh’s banking sector by launching the country’s first numberless debit card, developed in collaboration with Mastercard. Fully integrated with Prime Bank’s digital platform, Prime Now, the card conceals sensitive information such as card number, CVV, and expiry date, significantly reducing the risk of skimming, visual theft, or unauthorised duplication.
Commenting on the launch, Tanzeel Chowdhury, Chairman of Prime Bank, said:
“For over three decades, Prime Bank has stood as a symbol of reliability and trust. With the numberless debit card, we are setting a new standard in customer privacy and digital control. It not only ensures enhanced security but also makes financial services more accessible and convenient for our clients.”
Key Features of the Numberless Debit Card
The card is fully managed through the Prime Now mobile app, which incorporates multi-layered authentication and optional biometric security. Customers can monitor and control transactions in real time, retaining complete authority over their card usage. Prime Bank has highlighted the following features:
| Feature | Description |
|---|---|
| App-Based Control | Monitor and manage all transactions directly through the mobile app |
| QR Code Activation | Activate the card securely using a QR code |
| Spending Limits | Set daily or monthly transaction limits to maintain budget control |
| Usage Control | Approve or restrict specific transaction types |
| Digital Replacement | Easily replace lost or stolen cards digitally |
| Merchant Discounts | Enjoy special discounts at over 10,000 Mastercard merchants across the country |
| Personalisation | Customise card design, add cardholder name, and enable e-commerce functionality |
Syed Mohammad Kamal, Country Manager of Mastercard Bangladesh, added:
“The launch of the numberless debit card marks a significant milestone in digital payments in Bangladesh. Customers expect technology that is secure, private, and controllable, and this card meets those expectations fully.”
Institutional Overview
| Institution | Details |
|---|---|
| Prime Bank | Established in 1995; headquarters on Dhanmondi-Gulshan Road; operates 149 branches & 158 ATMs |
| Mastercard | Provides digital payment services in over 200 countries; promotes secure, cashless transactions |
Through this collaboration, Prime Bank and Mastercard are redefining secure financial transactions. By combining privacy, flexibility, and digital control, the numberless debit card sets a new benchmark for convenient and secure payments in Bangladesh, signalling the future of modern banking.