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ACLEDA Bank Officially Launches Mastercard Debit Card in Khmer Riel
January 14, 2026
Phnom Penh, Wednesday, January 14, 2026 – ACLEDA Bank Plc., "The bank you can trust, the bank for the people," today announced the official launch of the "ACLEDA Mastercard Debit Card in Khmer Riel". Cardholders can enjoy the convenience of payment in the local currency, allowing them to shop and pay in Khmer riel effortlessly at various merchants around the world.
This ACLEDA Mastercard Debit Card in Khmer Riel (KHR) is also the bank's first debit card in Khmer Riel, offering a secure, modern, and convenient way to make payments and withdrawals at ATMs and POS terminals across Cambodia and globally:
- Local and international ATM withdrawals
- Local and international POS payments
- Online shopping, travel, dining, transport and entertainment
- Maximum daily transaction
This new card launch is part of a broader range of card offerings via collaborations, including Mastercard Credit and Debit cards, Mastercard Lady Credit and Debit cards, Mastercard Credit and Debit Gold cards, and Mastercard Credit and Debit World cards.
Mrs. Sok Sophea, Group Chief Operations Officer of ACLEDA Bank Plc., said that "ACLEDA Bank is very pleased to collaborate with Mastercard in launching the ACLEDA Mastercard Debit Card in Khmer Riel. This is an important step towards improving financial inclusion in Cambodia and supporting the national currency more broadly. The ACLEDA Mastercard Debit Card in Khmer Riel is a type of debit card that provides convenience to customers and cardholders in making payments online and at stores, hotels or restaurants around the world. This card can also be used for POS payments and cash withdrawals at ATMs of local and foreign banks that display the Mastercard logo."
She added that in addition to secure and convenient payments, all cardholders will be delighted with the discounts and many benefits of paying via the ACLEDA Mastercard Debit Card in Khmer Riel. The use of the ACLEDA Mastercard Debit Card also helps increase customer and public participation in the financial system, along with that of the digital economy and online payments.
Mr. Sharad Jain, Country Manager for Cambodia, Vietnam, and Laos, Mastercard, said: "Mastercard is proud to collaborate with ACLEDA Bank to launch the ACLEDA Mastercard Debit Card in Khmer Riel, a significant step toward promoting the use of Khmer Riel in Cambodia. This collaboration reflects Mastercard and ACLEDA Bank's commitment to enhancing Cambodia's financial infrastructure by providing consumers with secure, seamless, and accessible payment options in the local currency, while supporting the government's agenda for a more digital and inclusive economy."
With this new card, cardholders can easily make payments in Khmer Riel while enjoying advanced security features such as Mastercard SecureCode, which offers added protection during online transactions. The card also enhances the user's experience with key benefits such as:
- Convenience: Use your ACLEDA Mastercard Debit card at numerous merchants, restaurants, and online platforms that accept Khmer Riel, ensuring a secure and seamless payment process.
- Exclusive Promotions: Take advantage of special offers and discounts available only to Mastercard Debit cardholders, making your purchases even more rewarding.
- Secure Transactions: Enjoy peace of mind with advanced security features, including Mastercard SecureCode, which protects your online transactions.
- Global Acceptance: While you can pay in Khmer Riel, your Mastercard Debit card is also accepted internationally, allowing you to shop abroad without hassle.
- Easy Access to Funds: Withdraw cash from ATMs across Cambodia and worldwide, ensuring you have access to your funds whenever you need them.
Embrace the convenience of payments with Mastercard Debit card and participate in promoting the use of Khmer Riel for payment services in Cambodia sustainably.
About ACLEDA Bank Plc.
Currently, ACLEDA Bank Plc., has 4 subsidiaries including ACLEDA University of Business Co., Ltd., ACLEDA Securities Plc., ACLEDA Bank Lao Ltd., and ACLEDA MFI Myanmar Co., Ltd. as well as representative office in the Republic of the Union of Myanmar. By the end of September 2025, ACLEDA Bank had US$11.94 billion in total assets and US$9.28 billion in total savings deposits with over 6.18 million customers.
Currently, ACLEDA Bank had more than 0.72 million business partners and 5.5 million ACLEDA Mobile subscribers for ACLEDA Super App.
Mr. Phal Sokchamroeun,
Title: Head of Marketing Division, ACLEDA Bank Plc.
Phone: 015 800 903
E-mail: phal.sokchamroeun@acledabank.com.kh
