The Saudi Arabian Monetary Authority (SAMA) and Google signed an agreement to introduce Google Pay in Saudi Arabia during 2025 through the national payment system, mada. The service is intended to enable users to make secure purchases in stores, in apps and on the web, and to add and manage payment cards within Google Wallet. SAMA positioned the initiative as part of its ongoing work to strengthen the Kingdom’s digital payments ecosystem in line with Saudi Vision 2030, including supporting a shift to a less-cash dependent society and aligning digital payment solutions with international standards. Rollout is expected during 2025 via mada.
Saudi Arabian Monetary Authority 2025-01-15
Saudi Arabian Monetary Authority signs agreement with Google to bring Google Pay to Saudi Arabia via mada in 2025
The Saudi Arabian Monetary Authority (SAMA) and Google have agreed to launch Google Pay in Saudi Arabia in 2025 through the national payment system, mada. This initiative aims to enhance the Kingdom's digital payments ecosystem, supporting Saudi Vision 2030's goal of reducing cash dependency and aligning with international standards.