HyperPay, a Middle East and North Africa payment service provider, has received certification as a National Payment Gateway in Saudi Arabia, the company announced on February 11, 2026.

The certification, granted by Saudi regulators, allows HyperPay to process domestic payment transactions within the Kingdom, positioning the company to expand its services in the region's largest economy.

Strategic Market Access

Saudi Arabia, with a population of 35 million and a growing digital payments sector, represents a key market for payment providers as the country pursues its Vision 2030 economic transformation plan. The plan includes initiatives to increase digital payment adoption from 36% of transactions in 2019 to 70% by 2030.

The National Payment Gateway certification is a prerequisite for payment companies seeking to handle domestic transactions in Saudi Arabia, requiring adherence to local data sovereignty and security standards.

Regional Context

HyperPay's certification comes as Saudi Arabia's digital payments market experiences rapid development, driven by regulatory reforms and changing consumer preferences. The Saudi Central Bank (SAMA) has been actively promoting digital payments transformation through initiatives including the launch of instant payments system 'sarie' and open banking frameworks.

The Kingdom's e-commerce market has grown significantly in recent years, with digital payment volumes increasing as consumers shift away from cash transactions. This trend accelerated during the COVID-19 pandemic and has continued as part of broader digital transformation efforts.

About HyperPay

HyperPay provides payment processing solutions for businesses across the MENA region, offering services including payment gateway integration, mobile payments, and e-commerce solutions. The company serves merchants in multiple sectors including retail, travel, and government services.