Asylum Support Programs.

Background

Governments needed a quick, easy and secure way to disburse funds to more than 50,000 asylum seekers at any point, without central government needing to hold large amounts of cash.

Service users needed an easy-to-use card that supported financial integration, with support in their local language while going through the asylum process.

Solution

• EML provides prepaid cards to centres around the UK, where arriving users are given a card with information in their local language.
• A single back-office portal lets staff manage and support users with onboarding and administration.
• Spend is restricted to within the country, with the option to add ATM withdrawals if required.

Outcome

• Users can begin financial integration into the country during the asylum process.
• Government has reduced risk, with less cash held on site, and can monitor how funds are spent to ensure correct usage and best value.