National Bank of Oman Scores Another Award for Pioneering Mobile Banking App

Press release

Published September 29th, 2019 - 10:01 GMT

This is another accolade the bank has received to date for its pioneering mobile app

Highlights

National Bank of Oman (NBO) has been awarded Best Mobile Banking App Oman 2019 by International Business Magazine.

In recognition of its efforts to offer innovative digital products and services, National Bank of Oman (NBO) has been awarded Best Mobile Banking App Oman 2019 by International Business Magazine. This is another accolade the bank has received to date for its pioneering mobile app, which offers customers a range of banking services at the touch of a button. Developed in-house, the app has quickly become the bank’s most popular digital service, combining versatility, reliability, and convenience with security features such as Biometric log-in via face recognition or fingerprint, and MPIN.

“This award bears testament to our commitment to help lead the Sultanate towards a more digitalized society, and our unwavering efforts to provide our customers with the most cutting-edge and convenient banking solutions. Through listening to their needs and preferences, we continue to expand and upgrade the app, allowing them to bank how they want, whenever they want, hassle-free,” said Abdul Karim Al Hinai – Deputy General Manager - Alternative Channels - Retail Banking at NBO.

The awarding body, based in Dubai, aims to promote the best in-house talents and award exceptional, and unique brands and corporations across the globe. The judging panel, made up of subject matter experts and research analysts, examines hundreds of nominees with a range of criteria including innovation and performance.

Both NBO customers and non-NBO customers can benefit from the integrated platform that provides a reliable, convenient and seamless banking experience. The app allows users to complete a variety of banking transactions including opening accounts, paying utility and credit card bills, making local and international transfers, in addition to instant transfers, branch & ATM locater, and the ability to apply for products and services such as Badeel (Prepaid Cards) & Easy Payment Plan (EPP). The app is also fitted with a geolocation functionality giving customers real time notifications of special discounts and offers for cardholders (Marketplace). By continuously growing its portfolio of digital services, NBO is leading the way in transforming the digital landscape of the country.

Background Information

National Bank of Oman

Founded in 1973, National Bank of Oman was the country’s first local bank, forging a rich history with Oman’s local businesses and its economy at large. Today, it is one of the largest banks in Oman, with a paid up capital of OMR (Omani Rials) 110.8 million (US$ 288 million) and a regulatory capital of OMR 377.8 million (US$ 981 million)*.