Abu dhabi: The Ministry of Finance has announced the adoption of "Aani" and "Jaywan" solutions as new payment channels for federal service fees and fines, making it the first federal government entity to implement the initiative. The move follows Cabinet Resolution No. (176M/4M) of 2026 concerning the adoption of the two systems and the fees applicable to their use.
According to Emirates News Agency, the announcement paves the way for the adoption and rollout of both systems by other federal entities and collection banks, each in accordance with their approved procedures, reinforcing integration across the UAE Government's payments ecosystem. This initiative forms part of the Ministry of Finance's ongoing efforts to further develop the government payments ecosystem and accelerate comprehensive digital transformation by providing more flexible, convenient and faster payment options, ultimately enhancing the customer journey across all federal entities.
Younis Haji AlKhoori, Undersecretary of the Ministry of Finance, stated that the introduction of "Aani" and "Jaywan" represents a strategic milestone that reflects the Ministry's commitment to adopting the UAE's latest nationally approved financial innovations. It embodies the UAE leadership's vision of building a secure digital economy. He noted that integrating these advanced national solutions into government collection channels goes beyond improving the efficiency of financial transactions for federal entities. It also elevates the customer experience by providing flexible payment options, thus strengthening the national financial ecosystem's resilience and supporting the UAE's transition towards a fully integrated digital society.
He added that the Ministry of Finance has been committed to leading the implementation of this ecosystem by becoming one of the first federal entities to adopt it, recognising the importance of establishing a financial infrastructure that is secure and seamlessly integrated with banks and collection partners. The adoption of these two systems contributes to ensuring sustainable financial flows and reducing transaction operating costs, while maintaining high standards of security and speed. The Ministry aims to harness the latest financial technologies to deliver government services that exceed customer expectations and further strengthen the global competitiveness of the United Arab Emirates.
Saeed Rashid Al Yateem, Assistant Undersecretary for the Government Budget and Revenue Sector, mentioned that the adoption of "Aani" and "Jaywan" underscores the Ministry's commitment to enhancing the government collection ecosystem by introducing modern payment channels that combine efficiency with reliability. He added that the initiative will accelerate revenue collection processes, broaden payment options for customers, and deepen integration with the UAE's national payments infrastructure. It will also enhance the efficiency of government revenue management and provide greater flexibility in executing financial transactions in line with the rapidly evolving national payments landscape.
"Aani" is an innovative national instant payment platform developed under the supervision of the Central Bank of the United Arab Emirates. It enables instant, secure fund transfers and payment settlements around the clock using multiple payment identifiers, including mobile numbers, Emirates ID, email addresses, QR codes, or International Bank Account Numbers (IBAN). "Jaywan" is a national domestic card payment scheme launched by the Central Bank to strengthen the national payments ecosystem and provide a secure and efficient payment solution that supports the growth of the digital economy. It offers customers a wider range of payment options for completing their federal financial transactions with ease and flexibility.