From its headquarters in Jinan Park, Sharjah, Sharjah Finance Department (SFD) has introduced a range of new digital payment methods to coincide with Gitex Technology Week 2022.
Huda Al Yasi, Director of SFD's Financial System Department, says the package will provide more accessible, faster, and more flexible payment and communication channels with Tahseel.
Through the contactless payment function, customers will be able to make quick payments using near field communication (NFC) technology using the second generation collection card without inserting it into a card reader."
In addition, a digital wallet with near-field communication (NFC) technology has been launched along with a collection bracelet, enabling customers to pay small value transactions quickly and easily.
Tahseel Card Payment Package
SFD has also launched a payment package from a collection card using the smart application “Tahseel” (SoftPOS). Similar to the previous packages, it relies on a contactless payment system through the NFC feature available on most smartphones.
After downloading the Tahseel application (SoftPOS), mobile users can accept payment using a second-generation collection card by swiping it near a smartphone or tablet without needing a card reader installed.
NFC Payment Package
Among the newly launched contactless payment systems is the payment package using near-field communication (NFC) technology, through the smart application of the smart receipt (Tahseel) – a contactless payment system similar to global electronic wallets such as Apple Pay and Samsung Pay. The customer can use the machine reader through the e-wallet to make government transactions quickly and conveniently without the need to use the cards directly.
To make a payment, customers can select the relevant feature on the app, place the phone on the automatic reader, and wait until the process is completed and the payment notification is displayed on the Smart app.
Al Yasi said that the SFD is focusing on upgrading its services and delivery channels, as well as establishing a smarter, more diversified and robust technology ecosystem through the use of best practices and digital technology.