Mounir Nakhla
Chairman
About Us
Now operating as Halan Microfinance Bank, we continue our dedication to providing trusted financial services. Previously known as Advans Pakistan Microfinance Bank, we are evolving to better serve our clients and expand our reach with innovative, customer-focused solutions.
- About Us
Creating a Future withFinancial Inclusion, Innovation and Growth
Halan Microfinance Bank Ltd, is a growth-oriented microfinance bank committed to financial inclusion and innovation. Since 2012, we have served Sindh with a complete range of financial services for micro, small, and medium-sized enterprises. With a network of 19 branches and a large clientele, our mission is to provide tailored financial services sustainably and responsibly.
Recognized for transparency with an award from Microfinance Transparency & Pakistan Microfinance Network, we continue to expand our reach and impact.
Our Journey
We began our branch operations in Mehmoodabad, Karachi, in January 2013. By November 2018, we had expanded our network to over 19 branches, including locations in Hyderabad, Nawabshah, Larkana, Sukkur, Mirpurkhas, and Ghotki, in addition to 08 branches in Karachi. We continue to deliver quality service through our growing network ensuring we effectively meet the financial needs of our customers.
In a strategic milestone, MNT-Halan, Egypt’s largest and fastest-growing lender to the unbanked and underbanked acquired Advans Pakistan Microfinance Bank Ltd. This acquisition allows us to leverage MNT-Halan’s innovative digital solutions, including mobile wallets, cards, and an unparalleled BNPL (Buy Now, Pay Later) e-commerce platform. MNT-Halan’s transformative digital platform enhances our services, providing convenient, seamless, and cost-effective financial solutions.
Guided by our values of innovation, transparency, and customer-centricity, Halan Microfinance Bank Ltd is setting new benchmarks in the financial services industry and striving to create a more inclusive and prosperous future.
Our Board Members
Our Management Committee
Ahmed Mohsen
Director
Andre Valavanis
Director
Yasir Hamid
Director
Yusra Arshad Gillani
Independent Director
Aeyesha Gulzar
Independent Director
Christos Argyriou
Chief Executive Officer
Christos Argyriou
Chief Executive Officer
Rao Muhammad Qaisar
Chief Operations Officer
Kaleem Raza
Chief Financial Officer & Company Secretary
Syed Haris Ali
Chief Risk Officer
Farhan Babar
Head Compliance
Zubair Hafeez
Head Internal Audit
Junaid Siddiqui
Head Information Technology
Kareem Nahas
Manager Product Development & Partnership
Irfan Ali
Business Head
Nazia Matin
Head of Human Resources
Babur Raza
Head Administration