Qatar moved quickly on digital payments. Qatar Central Bank (QCB) issued its first digital payments licences in 2022, and a national mobile payment system now links wallets from banks and telecom firms. Doha has few agencies that build eWallets for outside clients, so this list mixes two groups. Dev Technosys joins as a remote build partner, and the other six are Qatar-based banks, telecoms, and payments firms whose products and partnerships define the market. Use it to plan a team, not only to pick a winner.
How Did We Choose These Companies?
We checked each company's own pages, press releases, and regulator announcements, looking for a Qatar base, direct work with wallets, payments, or banking technology, and company scale. Most of these firms run their own products, so we cannot confirm that each takes outside projects. Several claims come from the companies themselves, so verify them before you sign.
How Does an eWallet App Work?
A user signs up, passes identity checks, and links a bank account or card. The app then holds a balance, sends money to other wallets, and pays merchants by QR code. Behind the screen, the platform runs identity verification, transaction monitoring, ledger accounting, and payment gateway links. An admin panel manages users and reports.
What Rules Must an eWallet Follow in Qatar?
QCB issued its Payment Services Regulations under Circular No. 23 of 2021, and they came into force on 15 September 2021. Based on the published summaries, these points shape the product:
- Payment service providers need prior QCB authorisation for services such as e-money issuance, merchant acquiring, and local fund transfers.
- QCB-licensed banks are exempt from the additional payment services licence.
- Closed prepaid instruments usable only with the issuer are not payment services, but the issuer must notify QCB.
- The rules cover governance, capital, security, risk, outsourcing, and anti-money laundering and KYC duties.
In May 2023 QCB also rolled out Qatar Mobile Payment, which connects licensed mobile payment providers. Residents can register multiple wallets, and the system supports instant transfers and QR payments around the clock. QCB may change these rules, so check the current text first.
Which Are the Top 7 eWallet App Development Companies in Doha?
1. Dev Technosys
Dev Technosys is an eWallet app development company based in Jaipur, so it builds for Doha clients remotely instead of from a Qatar office. Its 250+ in-house professionals build closed, semi-closed, open, and peer-to-peer wallets, and connect them to KYC, payment, and banking services through APIs. Its portfolio includes e& money, a wallet in the UAE. The company reports an 89% project success rate, and most new business comes through client referrals. The QCB licence stays with your company, so plan licensing early. The time gap with Doha is only about two and a half hours.
2. Ooredoo Money
Ooredoo is headquartered in Doha, was founded in 1987 as a state-owned telecom, and trades on the Qatar Stock Exchange. The group operates in nine markets and also lists in Abu Dhabi. It launched a mobile money service in 2010, and its Ooredoo Money wallet supports transfers, top-ups, bill payments, and MoneyGram cash pickup. QCB named Ooredoo Money and iPay as holders of its first digital payments licence in August 2022. Bank-to-wallet funding began with QNB. Ooredoo Money suits telecom and fintech teams that want to study a mobile-money wallet at national scale.
3. iPay by Vodafone Qatar
Vodafone Qatar is based at the Qatar Science and Technology Park in Doha, and began commercial operations in March 2009. Its iPay app was announced as Qatar's first licensed e-wallet in 2022. Infinity Payment Solutions, a wholly owned subsidiary, developed it, and the partners include Commercial Bank of Qatar, Gulf Exchange, and Paytm. Users can send instant local transfers, send money abroad, and pay merchants, and the app is open to customers of any telecom provider. iPay suits remittance-focused and telecom-backed wallet projects that need a licensed model open to all subscribers.
4. QNB
QNB is headquartered in Doha, was founded in 1964, and reports about 31,000 employees across more than 28 countries. Its first ATMs went live in 1988 and Visa cards followed in 1989. Its listed payment services include blockchain-enabled payments, point-of-sale merchant acceptance, a merchant portal, and wage protection. It also funded Ooredoo Money wallets through its Mobile Pay service, and in February 2026 it signed a partnership with Dibsy at Web Summit Qatar to explore digital payment and merchant technology. QNB suits banks and large enterprises that want a wallet tied to core banking, merchant acquiring, and cross-border payments.
5. Dibsy
Dibsy is a Qatar-based payment infrastructure startup, founded in 2021 and regulated as a payment service provider by QCB. It lets businesses accept cards and mobile wallets such as Apple Pay and Samsung Pay, and adds embedded checkout, tokenisation, and anti-fraud tools. Its work with QNB helped that bank become the first in the CEMEA region to launch the updated Visa Click to Pay service. Dibsy says it can onboard businesses within 48 hours and serves only Qatar-based clients. Dibsy suits merchants and wallet startups that need a local acceptance and checkout layer.
6. Mannai InfoTech
Mannai InfoTech is a division of Mannai ICT, which belongs to Mannai Trading Company and its Qatar Stock Exchange-listed parent, Mannai Corporation. The group describes it as Qatar's leading system integrator, its own claim. Its services cover application development, systems integration, cybersecurity, cloud, mobility, ERP, CRM, and enterprise information management. In August 2024 it announced a partnership with BUSINESSNEXT to deliver customer experience and relationship tools to banks in Qatar. Mannai InfoTech suits banks and large enterprises that need a local integrator to connect a wallet with back-office systems.
7. Dukhan Bank
Dukhan Bank is a Qatari lender that launched its Qatar Mobile Payment service in its app in November 2021. Customers can send instant transfers to wallets at Dukhan Bank and other registered banks, and move funds between the wallet and their accounts. Customers also get statement inquiries and SMS alerts for every transaction, while direct merchant payments and ATM withdrawals were planned for later. In February 2021 it also launched D-Pay, a contactless platform with wearable wristbands. Dukhan Bank suits banks that want to add a wallet to a mobile banking app.
How Do eWallet Apps Stay Secure and Compliant?
An eWallet holds money and identity data, so security cannot wait until launch. Ask each vendor about encryption, tokenisation, biometric login, role-based access, audit logs, and fraud monitoring, and ask how its design meets QCB requirements for security and anti-money laundering. Dev Technosys holds ISO 27001:2022 certification, issued by Target Quality Certifications, and you should ask any shortlisted firm for current certificates and read their scope, since a certificate for one office does not cover every project.
"An eWallet moves real money from the first transaction, so identity checks, ledger accuracy, and audit trails have to be designed into the first release. Compliance added later always costs more." — Tarun Nagar, CEO, Dev Technosys
How Much Does eWallet App Development Cost?
Cost depends on features, integrations, and compliance work. A basic wallet with top-ups and transfers costs far less than a platform with QR payments, multi-currency balances, merchant tools, and fraud screening. Scope drives price more than any hourly rate. Dev Technosys projects start from $10,000, and a fixed scope after discovery keeps spending predictable. Arabic and English interfaces and KYC vendors add effort, so list them in the scope.
What Should You Ask Before Hiring an eWallet Developer?
Do I need a licence to launch an eWallet in Qatar?
Usually yes. Under the Payment Services Regulations, providers of services such as e-money issuance need prior QCB authorisation, though licensed banks are exempt from the additional licence. The app team builds the product, but your company must hold the licence. Confirm your case with a Qatar legal adviser.
Can an eWallet connect to Qatar Mobile Payment?
Qatar Mobile Payment links licensed mobile payment providers, so a licensed wallet can join it. Access depends on your licence and on technical onboarding, which can take longer than coding.
How long does eWallet app development take?
A focused wallet often takes three to six months, though licensing can stretch the timeline. A phased launch that starts with transfers and top-ups keeps risk low.
Do I need a developer based in Doha?
Not always. A local partner helps with workshops and regulator meetings, but wallet experience and compliance discipline matter more. Many operators pair a Doha provider with a remote build team.
Which Company Should You Pick?
Match the firm to your gap. Choose a build partner for the app, a payments provider for checkout, and a bank or integrator for core banking links. Ask each shortlisted company for two payments or banking references, a sample security checklist, and a written scope that names every integration. Start with a short paid discovery phase, so scope, risks, and costs are clear before the full build begins.