Nigeria's banking landscape is becoming increasingly digital, driving demand for greater accessibility, flexibility, and security. In response, Optimus Bank has introduced a range of card solutions designed to simplify everyday transactions, expand financial access, and meet customers' payment needs. These solutions aim to provide customers with greater choice in how they transact and manage their finances.

Optimus Bank's digital banking proposition has been strengthened with payment card products that cater to customers at different points of their financial journey. The bank's card portfolio reflects a broader commitment to expanding financial inclusion by giving customers greater choice in how they transact and manage their finances. This move is in line with the evolving needs of customers in Nigeria's financial ecosystem.

Optimus Bank's card solutions include Naira-denominated cards for everyday payments, Visa products offering broader transaction capabilities, and a dollar-denominated option for customers with international needs. The bank's card portfolio provides customers with options for local transactions, online payments, and international spending. This range of card products is designed to support customers across different levels of banking needs.

The Optimus Bank Verve Naira Card is a straightforward payment solution for everyday banking, providing access across major transaction channels, including ATMs, web platforms, and point-of-sale terminals. The card is accepted by merchants and platforms such as Glovo, Adobe, Shein Nigeria, Oraimo, Netflix, and Spotify. It is available to Tier 1–3 account holders, with daily transaction limits of up to N100,000 on ATMs and up to N1.5 million daily on POS and web transactions.

For customers whose needs extend beyond everyday local transactions, Optimus Bank's Visa Gold Naira Card provides additional features and international functionality. The card is designed for Tier 3 Naira account holders seeking broader payment capabilities, including cross-border transactions and usage abroad, as well as local and international subscription payments.

The Optimus Bank Visa Gold Naira Card also provides customers with access to Visa Travel Assist and 24-hour global customer assistance services from Visa. Additionally, the card offers buyer protection and access to discounts offered by participating Visa merchant partners, including Booking.com, IHG Hotels & Resorts, and Agoda. This range of benefits enhances the card's functionality and appeal to customers.

By offering a range of card solutions, Optimus Bank is positioning itself as a leader in Nigeria's digital banking landscape. The bank's commitment to expanding financial inclusion and providing customers with greater choice in how they transact and manage their finances is reflected in its card portfolio. With its digital card solutions, Optimus Bank aims to support customers across different levels of banking needs and facilitate participation in an increasingly cashless and digitally connected economy.

Key points

  • Optimus Bank offers a range of card solutions to simplify everyday transactions and expand financial access in Nigeria's evolving digital banking landscape.
  • The bank's card portfolio includes Naira-denominated cards, Visa products, and a dollar-denominated option for customers with international needs.
  • Optimus Bank's card solutions provide customers with greater choice in how they transact and manage their finances, reflecting the bank's commitment to expanding financial inclusion.

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