Premium airport lounge access no longer needs extra cards, separate memberships, or confusing registrations. Maya, the Philippines’ #1 digital bank and all-in-one fintech platform, has partnered with global airport lounge network Dragonpass to introduce the country’s first fully in-app lounge access experience—exclusively for Maya Black Credit Card holders.
With this new feature, Maya continues its push to make premium financial and lifestyle experiences more accessible, practical, and refreshingly simple for Filipinos.
Lounge Access, Now Just a Tap Away
Through the new Lounge Access tile inside the Maya app, Maya Black cardholders can instantly generate a QR code and enter participating airport lounges worldwide. There’s no need to download another app, register for a separate account, or present physical cards at the counter.
Whether you want to relax before a long-haul flight, grab a quick meal during a layover, or simply escape the terminal crowd, the entire experience is now handled inside the same app Filipinos already use for daily banking, payments, and savings.
This seamless integration turns what was once a complicated travel perk into a smooth, stress-free experience.
A First for Philippine Fintech
The Maya–Dragonpass partnership marks a local industry milestone. Maya is the first fintech platform in the Philippines to embed global lounge access directly into its app via API integration.
This means lounge access is no longer an add-on managed externally. Instead, it becomes part of Maya’s core digital banking experience—blending travel, lifestyle, and finance into one cohesive ecosystem.
For frequent travelers and even occasional flyers, it removes friction and adds real-world value to everyday digital banking.
Designed for Maya Black Cardholders
Each Maya Black Credit Card holder receives one complimentary lounge pass per quarter, redeemable at participating airports in the Philippines and around the world. The benefit joins a growing list of Maya Black lifestyle and security features designed for modern users.
These include a sleek numberless card design, real-time spend controls, AI-powered fraud protection, and rewards through Maya Miles. Together, they position Maya Black as more than just a credit card—it’s a premium financial tool built for convenience and control.
Making Premium Banking More Human
“Maya Black reflects our goal to make premium experiences truly accessible,” said Shailesh Baidwan, President of Maya Group and Co-Founder of Maya Bank. “Through Dragonpass, our customers can now enjoy global lounge access directly from the app they already use for their everyday banking—proof that financial innovation can be both practical and delightful.”
Dragonpass also sees the collaboration as a glimpse into the future of travel. “By integrating lounge access directly within the Maya app, we’re merging world-class travel experiences with everyday digital banking,” said Emre Dilmen, Chief Commercial Officer of Dragonpass.
The partnership highlights how thoughtful technology can transform traditional banking perks into everyday moments of comfort and ease.
Expanding Access to Credit—and Experiences
Beyond travel convenience, the launch of Maya Black and its premium perks reflects a larger mission: widening access to credit in the Philippines.
According to Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas data, 56% of Filipino adults found it difficult to obtain a credit card as recently as 2021. By 2023, only 15% of adults held one, based on TransUnion figures. Maya aims to change this narrative by offering digital-first credit products paired with meaningful, usable rewards.
Instead of reserving lounge access and premium privileges for a select few, Maya is bringing these experiences directly to more Filipinos—right from their smartphones.
Redefining Everyday Banking
By simplifying airport lounge access into a few taps, Maya shows how financial innovation can go beyond transactions. It can reduce friction, add comfort, and create small but meaningful upgrades to everyday life.
With Maya and Dragonpass, premium travel is no longer complicated—it’s built into the app.
