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AU Small Finance Bank (AU SFB), India’s largest Small Finance Bank and the first in over a decade to receive in-principal approval for transitioning into a Universal Bank, has announced the enablement of Mobile Tap & Pay functionality for AU Visa Credit Cards on Samsung Wallet. Unveiled during the Global Fintech Fest (GFF), this feature allows AU Credit Card holders to make secure, convenient contactless payments using (Near-Field Communication) NFC-enabled Samsung Galaxy smartphones, enhancing speed and ease in everyday transactions.

With this launch, AU SFB customers can add their AU Visa Credit Cards to the Samsung Wallet and perform Tap & Pay transactions at any NFC-enabled POS terminal, without the need to carry their physical cards. The process works exactly like a regular contactless credit card transaction, offering the same speed and additional security. AU SFB’s customers can now enjoy the convenience of tap-and-pay transactions, making everyday payments faster and more secure.

Uttam Tibrewal, Executive Director and Deputy CEO, AU Small Finance Bank, said: “AU Small Finance Bank, has always been at the forefront of digital innovations. The integration of AU Visa Credit Cards with Samsung Wallet is yet another step towards providing seamless digital payment experiences that will enhance the evolving lifestyle of our customers. This partnership underscores our commitment to building a future-ready banking ecosystem that is intuitive, mobile, and customer-first.”

“We are delighted to partner with AU Small Finance Bank to bring the convenience and security of Samsung Wallet to more users across India. With Mobile Tap & Pay, we are enabling AU SFB customers to make seamless and secure payments directly from their Galaxy smartphones — anytime, anywhere.,” said Madhur Chaturvedi, Senior Director, Services & Apps Business, Samsung India.

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