Dubai’s Crypto Leap: Government Embraces Digital Payments

In a bold step toward financial modernization, Dubai’s Department of Finance has joined forces with Crypto.com, allowing public fees to be paid in popular digital currencies like Bitcoin.

The announcement came during the Dubai FinTech Summit, with key representatives including Crypto.com UAE president Mohammed Al Hakim signing the agreement. This reflects Dubai’s fintech leadership ambitions.

Following the completion of technical preparations, residents and businesses will use Crypto.com wallets to pay for government services. These payments will be automatically converted to Emirati dirhams and deposited in official accounts.

Crypto.com will provide the infrastructure to manage and convert digital currencies securely, ensuring the system is user-friendly and aligned with Dubai’s financial regulatory requirements.

Services eligible for crypto payments will include daily necessities like parking and utility fees. The ease of use is expected to attract both locals and international residents active in digital finance.

The initiative is a cornerstone of Dubai’s Cashless Strategy, which aims to make nearly all public and private sector transactions cashless by 2026, strengthening its image as a tech-driven city.

Al Hakim said the project is a world-first for government services and proves that Dubai is not only embracing the future but actively shaping it through strategic digital innovation.

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