The Pakistan Airports Authority (PAA) has launched their very own digital payment system the PAA Digital Payment System Pakistan, in partnership with the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP), which is a big move in changing the face of the Pakistani aviation and financial infrastructure.
This innovative operation will substitute cash operations with a digital, cashless payment by QR codes and Raast instant payment system.
The PAA Digital Payment System App allows passengers to conveniently pay for airport fees, parking, lounge access, fast-track services, and more using mobile or internet banking. In the first phase, the system is being rolled out at Lahore, Karachi, and Islamabad airports, with Faisalabad, Multan, and Sialkot to follow.
The PAA Digital Payment System Pakistan brings ease and transparency to airport transactions by allowing travelers to make instant, cash-free payments through their mobile phones.
How Does the New Payment System Work?
- Use your mobile banking app to scan the QR code located at the PAA payment counter.
- Choose the Raast payment option.
- Enter the amount shown for your selected airport service or fee.
- Verify the payment to get the transaction finalized immediately.
Benefits of the New PAA Payment System
- Facilitates convenience and quicker cashless service.
- Provides instant payments via the Raast network of SBP.
- Offers increased security through verified digital transactions.
- Provides automatic digital receipts for transparency and easy record tracking.
- Reduces waiting times and simplifies the passenger experience.
- Supports Pakistan’s move toward a fully digital, cashless economy.
