Grameenphone, the leading telecom operator in Bangladesh, has partnered with Eastern Bank PLC (EBL) to introduce the exclusive Shopno Jabe Bari VISA Prepaid Card. This collaboration brings together seamless digital connectivity and smart financial services for everyday users. The Shopno Jabe Bari card offers entertainment, rewards, and dual-currency convenience for the modern Bangladeshi lifestyle.
Shopno Jabe Bari the exclusive prepaid card integrates the strengths of both organizations, offering Grameenphone customers a secure, globally accepted, and digitally enabled financial tool that complements their connected lifestyles.
Product Overview
The EBL Grameenphone ‘Shopno Jabe Bari’ Prepaid Card is a dual-currency card, functioning in both Bangladeshi Taka (BDT) and US Dollars (USD). It is EMV chip-enabled and supports contactless transactions for payments up to BDT 5,000 without a PIN, delivering convenience while maintaining robust security standards.
The card is exclusively available to Grameenphone subscribers (excluding Skitto users) and is designed to facilitate seamless domestic and international transactions, online purchases, and digital subscriptions, positioning itself as an all-in-one lifestyle card.
Key Features and Benefits
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Dual Currency Capability: Cardholders can make transactions in BDT and USD, supporting global usage where VISA is accepted.
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Entertainment Access: Includes a complimentary 30-day subscription to GP’s PlayPack service, allowing access to OTT platforms such as T-Sports, Hoichoi, and Chorki. This benefit activates within 7 days of card issuance.
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Discount Privileges: Enjoy discounts at hundreds of EBL partner merchants across Bangladesh.
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Instant Transaction Alerts: Receive real-time notifications to monitor spending.
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No Interest Charges: As a prepaid product, there are no interest-related obligations or hidden costs.
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Reload Convenience: Free card top-ups via EBL accounts.
Eligibility and Application Process
The card is available for Bangladeshi nationals who are Grameenphone users (excluding Skitto). To apply, customers are required to visit their nearest EBL branch and submit the following documents:
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Duly filled application form
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One recent passport-sized photograph
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Copy of valid NID
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Valid passport (required for international use)
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Active Grameenphone number
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Card issuance fee: BDT 650 + VAT
Upon document verification, applicants will be notified when their card is ready for collection.
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Validity and Usage
The ‘Shopno Jabe Bari’ prepaid card comes with a three-year validity and can be used for both POS and e-commerce transactions, locally and globally. The card does not support ATM cash withdrawals, reinforcing its positioning as a spending and subscription solution rather than a cash-centric product.
Customer Protection and Terms
In line with global standards, the card features EMV and contactless technology to safeguard transactions. EBL has implemented clear customer service protocols, including lost card reporting, card blocking, dispute resolution, and refund mechanisms. Users are encouraged to review the full terms and conditions available on the EBL website.
Strategic Significance
This co-branded initiative reflects the broader digital transformation underway in Bangladesh’s financial services landscape. By merging telecom accessibility with financial empowerment, Grameenphone and EBL aim to support the country’s growing population of digital natives, freelancers, online shoppers, and global travelers.
Speaking about the launch, executives from both companies highlighted the card’s potential to enhance financial literacy, enable secure digital transactions, and promote cashless lifestyles.
The EBL Grameenphone ‘Shopno Jabe Bari’ VISA Prepaid Card represents a forward-thinking collaboration that aligns with Bangladesh’s digital agenda. It offers more than just payment functionality—it provides flexibility, security, and access to digital content, all in one modern financial product.
As Bangladesh embraces the future of cashless transactions, this card serves as a valuable tool for individuals seeking convenient and reliable financial solutions.
