AUSTRIACARD Achieves mada Card Chip Profile Certification

Major Milestone Enables AUSTRIACARD to Serve Banking Sector in Kingdom of Saudi Arabia

Published on Feb. 5, 2026

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AUSTRIACARD HOLDINGS, a global provider of identity and payment solutions, has successfully obtained the Card Chip Profile certification (Certificate No. CV071) with the Saudi Central Bank (SAMA) for the mada debit card scheme, marking a significant milestone in the company's expansion strategy. This certification validates AUSTRIACARD's technical excellence and quality standards in chip card manufacturing, allowing the company to serve banks and financial institutions in the rapidly evolving Saudi Arabian payment ecosystem.

Why it matters

The successful certification of AUSTRIACARD's payment card technology for the mada scheme, which is the national payment network in Saudi Arabia, demonstrates the company's commitment to meeting the highest international standards and positions it as a trusted partner in the global payments industry. This achievement will enable AUSTRIACARD to expand its presence in the dynamic and rapidly growing Saudi Arabian financial market, which is undergoing significant digital transformation as part of the country's Vision 2030 initiative.

The details

AUSTRIACARD's mada Card Chip Profile certification was obtained through a rigorous process with the Saudi Central Bank (SAMA), validating the company's technical excellence and quality standards in chip card manufacturing. This certification allows AUSTRIACARD to bring its full suite of payment card solutions to the Saudi market, including supporting the digital transformation initiatives of banks and financial institutions in the country.

  • AUSTRIACARD successfully obtained the mada Card Chip Profile certification (Certificate No. CV071) on February 4, 2026.

The players

AUSTRIACARD HOLDINGS

A global provider of identity and payment solutions with a strategic focus on digital transformation technologies powered by proprietary technology and AI capabilities. The company operates 9 manufacturing hubs across strategic markets in Europe and the United States.

Saudi Central Bank (SAMA)

The central bank of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, responsible for overseeing the mada debit card scheme, which is the national payment network in the country.

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What they’re saying

“We are immensely proud of this achievement. This certification stands as a testament to our team's dedication to excellence and our commitment to delivering world-class payment solutions. This achievement allows AUSTRIACARD to add KSA banks and financial institutions to our growing family of satisfied customers worldwide, further strengthening our position as a trusted partner in the global payments industry.”

— Mohamed Chemloul, Group CTO of AUSTRIACARD HOLDINGS

“This certification enables us to bring our full suite of payment card solutions to the Saudi market. We are committed to being a long-term partner in the KSA and the broader Middle East region's success journey, supporting the digital transformation initiatives. We look forward to partnering with banks and financial institutions to support their growth objectives and enhance their customer's experience.”

— Burak Bilge, EVP Türkiye, Middle East and Africa at AUSTRIACARD HOLDINGS

What’s next

With the successful mada Card Chip Profile certification, AUSTRIACARD is now positioned to expand its presence in the Saudi Arabian financial market, partnering with local banks and financial institutions to support their digital transformation initiatives and enhance customer experiences.

The takeaway

AUSTRIACARD's achievement of the mada Card Chip Profile certification demonstrates the company's commitment to meeting the highest international standards for payment card technology, positioning it as a trusted partner in the rapidly evolving Saudi Arabian financial ecosystem as the country undergoes significant digital transformation.