UAE: 4 new ways to pay for govt services announced in Sharjah

UAE: 4 new ways to pay for govt services announced in Sharjah

The latest payment package will employ near-field communication (NFC) technology to provide more accessible, faster, and more flexible transactions

By Web Desk Published: Wed 12 Oct 2022, 5:52 PM

As part of its participation in Gitex Technology Week 2022 from October 10-14, Sharjah Finance Department (SFD) has launched a package of new digital payment methods from its headquarters in Jinan Park, Sharjah.

The package represents support services for the smart receipt system Tahseel, and will provide more accessible, faster, and more flexible means of payment and communication, says Huda Al Yasi, Director of the Financial System Department at SFD.

"The contactless payment function will enable customers to make quick payments using near field communication (NFC) technology, using the second generation collection card, without inserting the card into the card reader.”

“A payment package using near-field communication (NFC) technology with a collection bracelet has also been launched", Al Yasi added. "This uses the digital wallet to enable customers to pay small value transactions, ensuring a quick and convenient payment experience.”

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