How to Get a Jaywan Debit Card: Step-by-Step Guide for FAB and CBD Customers

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6 hours ago

July 21, 2026

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Al Etihad Payments, Al UAE Central Bank’s payment services division, has launched the UAE’s first sovereign domestic payment card network “Jaywan” in the country. Jaywan is designed to bolster the nation’s financial eco-system and enables merchants to process local transactions locally using UAESWITCH and minimizes costs involved in payments while the transaction data remains in UAE.

Many customers are keen to be first to get a Jaywan card, with First Abu Dhabi Bank and Commercial Bank of Dubai now offering the cards. Here are some steps you can follow.

Why Choose a Jaywan Card?

With Jaywan you will be able to make faster, safer and cheaper local payments. In addition to reducing transaction fees within the UAE, GCC and India, the cardholders can select between a variety of mono-badge cards which are accepted for use in these countries and co-badged cards for global acceptance, which is tied to Visa, Mastercard, and Discover card networks.

It is usable in day to day banking operations for retail transactions, international banking, ATM Withdrawal, Digital Wallets, Online banking etc.

How FAB Customers Can Apply?

A Jaywan Debit Card is directly available to customers of FAB to request in the FAB Mobile Banking App.

Once logged in to the app, go to Cards, or to the Accounts & Cards tab. Log in and click on “Manage Card” and then “Replace Card” or “Apply for New Debit Card.” If available, select Jaywan option or Co-badged Jaywan card.

Please verify the details in your delivery address, complete OTP verification and submit the request. Typically, the physical card will arrive 2 to 4 business days after delivery. After you receive it, activate it in the FAB app, set your PIN and conduct your first chip and pin transaction.

If a team member is on a FAB’s WPS or Payit they can also automatically be added to their Jaywan card on the next scheduled renewal.

How Can CBD Customers Apply?

Currently existing CBD customers can contact us through the CBD Mobile Banking App if they want a Jaywan Debit Card.

Log into the app, click the Services or Apply tab and then click Debit Cards. Before confirming the application, select the CBD Jaywan Debit Card, read the terms, and connect to your favourite account.

Additionally, customers can use the instant access to the card from the app which means that they can add the physical one to Apple Pay and Google Wallet on the same day that it’s received, adding one is usually 3–5 working days after the card’s sent out.

CBD Prepaid Jaywan Card for Non-Customers

People not holding a CBD bank account can also get a prepaid Jaywan card at a participating CBD branch or self-service kiosk.

To load the prepaid card, using cash or other UAE payment card, the applicant must present their original Emirates ID, complete biometric check and pay the necessary amount in the card. May be issued immediately if available.

Required Documents

Ensure the bank account is set up completely before applying. You must provide a valid Emirates ID, a mobile number verified in your bank and a present delivery address for the courier to take your order to. You can avoid needless delays by doing this by keeping your Know Your Customer information updated.

FAQs

What is a Jaywan Debit Card?

Al Etihad Payments’ national payment card scheme, the Jaywan Debit Card is designed to facilitate all domestic transactions locally with co-badged support of international transactions.

What should FAB customers do to apply for a Jaywan card?

FAB Mobile Banking App enables FAB Customers to apply for the card in the FAB Mobile Banking App in their “card management” section under the “replace” or “new debit card” option.

Is it possible for non-CBD users to apply for a Jaywan prepaid card?

Yes. Non-customers can go to a selected Emirates Central branch or kiosks and confirm their Emirates ID then fund a prepaid card for travelling through Emirates Central’s Jaywan mode.