Access to earned wages before payday is becoming an increasingly popular financial benefit as companies look for ways to improve employee wellbeing and reduce financial stress. Fintech platforms offering earned wage access are positioning themselves as an alternative to traditional payroll cycles by allowing workers to access income they have already earned in real time.
ABHI and Qlub partner on earned wage access
ABHI Saudi, powered by Alraedah Digital Solutions, has partnered with fintech platform Qlub to provide employees with instant access to their earned wages through ABHI’s Earned Wage Access (EWA) solution.
The collaboration enables Qlub employees to withdraw a portion of their salary at any point during the month rather than waiting for the standard payroll cycle. The service is designed to provide greater financial flexibility while helping employees manage day-to-day expenses.
Omair Ansari, Co-Founder and CEO of ABHI, said earned wage access is increasingly becoming part of modern workplace benefits.
He noted that the partnership aims to support employers in providing practical financial tools for their workforce while giving employees more control over their personal finances.
Digital access to earned salaries
Under the arrangement, Qlub employees will be able to request early access to their earned salaries through ABHI’s digital platform. The service is designed to provide a simple application process with fast approval and rapid transfer of funds.
Fahad Almutairi, People Lead at Qlub, said the company is introducing the service as part of its broader effort to offer practical financial benefits for employees.
He explained that the platform allows staff to submit requests through an easy-to-use interface, with quick processing and fund transfers when needed.
Fintech supporting workforce financial wellbeing
Earned wage access solutions are gaining traction globally as employers seek new ways to support employee financial wellbeing. By allowing workers to access wages already earned, companies aim to reduce reliance on short-term borrowing while improving overall employee satisfaction.
The partnership between ABHI and Qlub also reflects a broader push to expand fintech-driven financial services in Saudi Arabia, in line with the country’s Vision 2030 agenda to accelerate digital financial innovation.
About Abhi
ABHI provides a comprehensive suite of solutions, including Earned Wage Access and SME Financing. The fintech company has established partnerships with over 7000 companies, driving economic growth and creating lasting social impact.
ABHI has gained recognition from Hub71 and Endeavor and was the first to be awarded the Technology Pioneer 2023 Award by the World Economic Forum, making fintech history in the MENAP region. ABHI was also selected as one of the Future 100 companies in the UAE and has recently been selected for Mastercard’s Start Path Small Business program.
For more information, visit https://abhi.co/
What this means for the industry
- Earned wage access is emerging as a mainstream workplace benefit in the fintech-driven payroll ecosystem.
- Companies are increasingly using financial wellness tools to attract and retain talent.
- Saudi Arabia’s fintech sector continues to expand as digital financial services align with Vision 2030 initiatives.
- Real-time payroll and on-demand pay models could reshape traditional salary payment cycles.
