Google Pay Launches in Saudi Arabia After Partnership With SAMA #
Google Pay is now live in Saudi Arabia following approval from the country’s central bank, the Saudi Arabian Monetary Authority (SAMA). The rollout enables Tap-to-Pay on mobile devices for Visa and Mastercard cards, allowing users to make payments without needing a physical card
Consumers may begin using the service immediately, with select retailers already supporting Google Pay transactions. The launch is part of Saudi Arabia’s broader push to increase cashless payments and support its fintech and digital economy goals