E-zwich
Ghana’s interoperable biometric smart card payment system, allowing card-based banking and retail transactions across financial institutions, managed by GhIPSS under the Bank of Ghana.
E-zwich is the national switch and smart card payment system of Ghana. The system is managed by the Ghana Interbank Payment and Settlement Systems.The Ghana National Smart Card Payment System, called E-zwich, is a smart card provided by the Ghana Interbank Payment and Settlement Systems Limited. It is used for various financial transactions, including cash withdrawals, online payments, and money transfers. E-zwich is among the most widely used cashless payment methods in the country. The e-zwich card is linked to a user’s fingerprint for added security and can be used across multiple banks and financial institutions in the country. It is one of the most commonly used electronic payment systems in Ghana, especially for individuals without traditional bank accounts.
FEATURES OF E-ZWICH CARD.
Electronic loading of funds
Biometric (finger print) identification
Valid for 10 years
It is an account (one of the safest place to keep your money)
Receiving salary and wage payment
Target customers are mass affluent
BENEFIT OF E-ZWICH CARD
Instant loading and transfer of fund using GPRS
Can do transactions at any bank
Cash deposits
Cash transfers
Receiving salary and wage payment
Making bill payments from any e-zwich point of sale or ATM across the country.
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