Khalti Merge IME Pay: “Khalti by IME” Becomes Nepal’s Largest Digital Wallet
17th July 2025, Kathmandu
In a landmark development for Nepal’s digital payment industry, IME Pay and Khalti have officially merged to operate under a new unified brand: “Khalti by IME.”
Khalti Merge IME Pay
The exciting announcement, made today, July 17 (Shrawan 1), marks a historic moment in the country’s journey towards a more digital economy.
The newly formed entity, IME Khalti Limited, now stands as Nepal’s largest digital wallet, boasting a combined user base of over 12.7 million customers and a paid-up capital exceeding NPR 540 million. This strategic merger brings together nearly a decade of experience from both platforms, poised to revolutionize Nepal’s digital financial landscape.
Combining Strengths for Enhanced User Experience
The merger leverages the distinct strengths that made each platform popular:
IME Pay was renowned as Nepal’s only interest-bearing wallet, offering strong services in remittance, inDrive payments, and other utility features.
Khalti, on the other hand, was a favorite among the youth for its innovative features, movie and event ticketing, and seamless digital transactions.
With “Khalti by IME,” users can now anticipate an enhanced, more refined, and user-friendly digital financial experience. The unified platform promises to be more secure and inclusive, combining the best features of both wallets.
Seamless User Transition and Migration
For existing users, the transition is designed to be smooth and effortless:
IME Pay users can easily migrate to the new “Khalti by IME” app. All their balances, interest earnings, reward points, and transaction history will be seamlessly transferred, ensuring no data loss.
Existing Khalti users simply need to update their current app to gain access to the newly unified platform and its expanded features.
Strategic Backing and Ownership
The merger unites strong corporate backing:
IME Pay operated under the prestigious IME Group, a prominent financial conglomerate in Nepal.
Khalti was co-founded by four visionaries and later attracted significant corporate investors, including WorldLink and Triveni Group.
Leadership Voices on a Transformative Merger
Leaders from both entities expressed their optimism about the merger’s impact:
Krishna Prasad Sharma, Chairman of IME Digital Solutions, stated, “The formation of IME Khalti Limited through this merger is a significant step toward realizing the potential of Digital Nepal.”
Manoj Kumar Agrawal, Chairman of Khalti, added, “This merger marks a historic move toward long-term prosperity in Nepal’s digital financial sector and will initiate a new era of financial inclusion nationwide.”
Binay Khadka, CEO of IME Khalti Limited, emphasized the company’s future vision, highlighting plans focused on “expanding digital access, improving digital literacy, and promoting financial inclusion” across the country.
A special launch event was held today to officially announce and celebrate this milestone merger.
Awards and Recognitions
Both IME Pay and Khalti have garnered significant accolades, underscoring their commitment to excellence:
IME Pay has been recognized with:
Digital Services ICT Award 2024
HRM Award for Corporate Excellence in FinTech (2023)
Excellence in Fintech Partnership Award at the Visa Leadership Conclave Nepal 2023
Khalti has received prestigious awards, including:
WITSA Global Innovation & Tech Excellence Awards (2022, 2023, and 2024)
Top Digital Payment Service Provider by NCHL for two consecutive years
Recognition from Nepal Rastra Bank for its notable contribution to digital transactions in Nepal
This merger is set to redefine the digital payment experience for millions of Nepalese, fostering greater convenience and driving the nation’s digital growth.
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