Founded in 2018, NymCard is at the forefront of fintech innovation, providing Banking-as-a-Service (BaaS) solutions that empower startups and enterprises to launch their own financial services quickly. From payment processing to card issuing, NymCard’s platform offers a complete suite of financial infrastructure, backed by partnerships with industry giants Visa and MasterCard. Headquartered in Dubai, the company operates across multiple countries, including Lebanon, Egypt, Saudi Arabia, and Pakistan, serving a diverse range of clients.
“We’re not just another fintech; we provide the platform that startups need to create their financial services in record time,” explained Anusha Khan, Senior People and Talent Lead at NymCard.“
NymCard leverages Mastercard Move to offer fast and efficient cross-border payments across 47 countries
NymCard: The Fintech Platform Rewriting the Rules of Banking
NymCard’s BaaS platform is designed to remove the complexities of building financial systems from scratch, enabling companies to launch their services far more quickly than the traditional route. By offering an all-in-one solution that significantly reduces setup time and effort, NymCard is helping to drive financial inclusion and growth across the region.
“Our platform simplifies the process for startups, so they can focus on scaling their business instead of dealing with financial infrastructure challenges,” said Anosha.
This impact is especially pronounced in emerging markets like Pakistan, where businesses often face hurdles in establishing secure, scalable financial systems.
NymCard to enable MENA Fintechs in partnership with VISA to help them launch successful card programs
From Startup to Regional Player
Since its inception, NymCard has grown from a startup to a regional fintech leader, operating across the Middle East. With its head office in Dubai, NymCard has expanded into key markets like Lebanon, Egypt, and Saudi Arabia. Its business model focuses on offering flexible, scalable solutions that cater to the specific needs of each market, allowing companies to launch financial services without the usual regulatory or technical hurdles.
“Our journey from a startup to a regional fintech player has been driven by a commitment to simplifying financial services and empowering other businesses to succeed,” Anosha noted.
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Why did NymCard choose Pakistan for Growth?
NymCard’s decision to enter Pakistan was initially driven by the country’s strong technical talent pool and cost-effective operations. Pakistan became a natural choice for NymCard’s backend development as the company looked to expand its global tech team. As operations ramped up, NymCard realized the untapped potential of the local market, prompting further investment.
“Startups come to Pakistan because they find good technical talent at competitive rates,” Anosha explained. “That was our initial goal, but we soon realised the market potential here.”
NymCard’s Karachi team celebrating Independence Day at Kickstart
NymCard’s Next Big Move in Pakistan
NymCard is currently in a soft-launch phase in Pakistan, but the next step is a full-fledged market launch. With a team of nearly 90 employees, NymCard plans to expand further, potentially crossing the 100-employee mark soon. The official launch will not only strengthen their market presence but also increase brand awareness in Pakistan.
“Our next milestone is a proper market launch. We want people to know who NymCard is and what we do,” Anosha shared.
NymCard team at Kickstart Shahrah e Qaideen
Why Did NymCard Choose a Coworking Space Instead of a Traditional Office?
When NymCard began operations in Pakistan, opting for a coworking space made sense from a financial and operational standpoint. The upfront costs of setting up a traditional office were high, and as a growing company, NymCard needed the flexibility to scale its team quickly without the overhead of office management.
“We avoided the large upfront costs of setting up our own office by choosing a coworking space,” said Anosha. “This allowed us to focus our resources on scaling.”
NymCard’s custom office solution at Kickstart Shahrah e Qaideen
How Kickstart Became NymCard’s Workspace of Choice
NymCard explored several coworking spaces before deciding on Kickstart. The choice came down to the flexibility of the services offered and the prime location of Kickstart’s Shahrah-e-Faisal office. Additionally, the Kickstart team provided tailored solutions that suited NymCard’s growth needs, making it the best option for the company.
“We chose Kickstart because of their flexibility and the understanding we developed with their team,” Anosha noted. “They made it easy for us to grow without worrying about office space.”
Meeting rooms, calling pod, sitting area and custom branding for NymCard in their Bespoke Custom Office
Custom Solutions: Tailored to NymCard’s Growth
As NymCard expanded, so did their workspace needs. Kickstart provided a custom office solution designed to accommodate their growing team, including dedicated meeting rooms, executive offices, and flexible seating arrangements. This tailored approach ensured that NymCard could continue to scale without interruption while maintaining an efficient and professional workspace.
“Our workspace needs changed as we grew, and Kickstart was always quick to respond with customized solutions. Whether it was converting rooms to suit our leadership team or adjusting the layout for our expanding workforce, they provided us with the flexibility we needed,” said Anosha.
Kickstart’s ability to offer bespoke solutions, while still maintaining cost-efficiency and flexibility, has been a key factor in NymCard’s decision to stay with them throughout their journey.
Open workspace along with executive offices and branded locker for NymCard’s Bespoke Office
Why Did NymCard Stay with Kickstart?
NymCard’s relationship with Kickstart has been one of continuous growth and mutual support. Starting with just 15 employees, the company expanded to a team of nearly 80, with Kickstart accommodating their changing needs every step of the way. From adjusting rooms to meet executive space requirements to providing dedicated meeting rooms, Kickstart’s flexibility has been invaluable to NymCard’s operations.
“We grew with Kickstart. They offered us the space we needed at every stage of our growth,” Anosha said. “Their team was always responsive and helped us focus on what matters most—our business.”
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A Partnership for the Future
NymCard’s journey is a testament to the power of agility and adaptability in a rapidly changing business landscape. As they continue to scale across the region, their partnership with Kickstart remains a key component of their growth strategy. By providing flexible, customized workspace solutions, Kickstart has enabled NymCard to focus on what they do best—building the future of fintech.
As NymCard looks ahead to its official launch in Pakistan and further expansion across the region, their success story serves as an inspiring example of how the right support, at the right time, can propel a company to new heights.
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