Allianz Partners, Visa and Wirecard announce the launch of a new mobile payment solution - Allianz Prime. Allianz Prime users will be able to make secure mobile transactions at all contactless enabled terminals worldwide. Starting now, the app will be tested in Italy, involving a sample of Allianz customers.

Wirecard is providing the service to process transactions and is integrating it with a unique loyalty program. Allianz Partners plans a further rollout of the product throughout the year, initially focusing on European Markets. With Allianz Prime, Allianz Partners offers its customers a convenient and safe way to pay, for any offline or online purchase all over the world.

Customers who download the Allianz Prime app and register for the service get a virtual and digital Visa card instantly issued by Wirecard. Cards can be topped-up from any existing bank account or via the customer's credit card. To enable contactless mobile payments at the point of sale, users add the digital Visa card with one click into their mobile wallet.

Furthermore, virtual Visa cards can be used for e-commerce transactions. Allianz Prime customers always have their Visa cards at hand, safely stored in their smartphone. Customers can carry out e-commerce purchases and mobile payments at all contactless-enabled terminals worldwide and collect points and rewards for every purchase they make.

At the same time, consumers can track and control their spending with the smart spending analysis tool. The customer's digital identity and all online payments are covered by Allianz Partners'Digital Payments Protection. The insurance offers coverage against fraud, safeguards and supports customers in case of defective or damaged online purchases and provides financial compensation in case of loss.