Welcome to Maya Black — The Credit Card of The Experience Generation

There was a time when black cards seemed out of reach—reserved for a select few with inherited privilege or elite access. But that era is over.

From left: Maria Magdalena Surtida, Maya’s Head of Credit Card Business; brand ambassador Julia Barretto; Pepe Torres, Group Chief Marketing Officer; brand ambassador Maris Racal; Shailesh Baidwan, Maya Group President and Maya Bank Co-Founder; and brand ambassador Jericho Rosales at the launch of Maya Black and Maya Preferred in Manila.

This generation isn’t chasing legacy. They’re choosing experiences, travelling more than ever, spending on what matters, and building a life on their own terms.

Maya understands this shift. As the #1 Fintech Ecosystem and Digital Bank in the Philippines, Maya introduces Maya Black, a credit card made for how this generation moves. It’s intentional, ambitious, and built for those always on the go.

Premium without the gatekeeping 

Maya Black is a bold reimagining of what a credit card should be – not just inclusive, but elevated. Whether you’re building your credit or leveling up your lifestyle, Maya Black gives you access to the kind of rewards and perks that once felt out of reach. And people are getting it, with over 40,000 Maya Black credit cards activated during the soft launch alone reporting very high satisfaction scores.

Shailesh Baidwan, Maya Group President and Maya Bank Co-Founder, speaks at the Maya Black launch event, highlighting how digital banks like Maya are redefining access to credit and reshaping the future of finance in the Philippines.

Maya Chief Marketing Officer Pepe Torres presents Maya Black Preferred—the premium lifestyle credit card experience that rewards cardholders with up to 10x Maya Miles across hundreds of partner merchant doors nationwide.

It’s sleek. It’s numberless. It’s fully controlled in-app. And it turns your spending into Maya Miles. Earn 1 Maya Mile for every ₱40 you spend and rack up to 10x Miles at Maya Black Preferred merchants. Soon, your Maya Miles will take you even further – use them like real money, convert them to PAL Mabuhay Miles, or book your next escape straight from the app. You can even get 3,000 Maya Miles when you spend ₱5,000 within 60 days.

Still building your credit score? There’s Maya Black Express! 

It’s everything you love about Maya Black—instant approval, full control in-app, and all the perks from day one. Just open an Express Deposit, and we’ll set your credit limit based on it.

Your lifestyle, elevated

Enjoy access to 1,300+ lounges in the Philippines and around the world. With global Visa acceptance and an auto-refreshing CVV, it’s security and flexibility wherever your plans take you.  

“Maya Black was built for today’s generation—those building careers on their own terms, traveling the world, and shaping culture while they’re at it. If the old system didn’t see you, Maya does. And everyone’s invited,” says Shailesh Baidwan, Maya Group President and Maya Bank Co-Founder.

This Generation gets the life they want—with Maya Black

Leading the way to the Black Card life are three icons who live boldly and shape culture in real time: Julia Barretto, Maris Racal, and Jericho Rosales.  “I’ve always been that person with a long list of places I want to see,” shares Julia. “With Maya Black, I don’t just dream it—I book it.”  

Icons of bold living and modern culture: Julia Barretto, Maris Racal, and Jericho Rosales usher in the Maya Black experience.

“This card is for people like me,” adds Maris. “Anyone working hard, building dreams, and finally ready to enjoy the rewards.”  

“I’m choosing what really counts these days, and for me, it’s all about experiences that matter. Maya Black keeps it simple, but elevated,” Jericho shares.

More than just endorsers, Julia, Maris, and Jericho represent the exact spirit Maya Black was made for: those who create their own path, chase their goals, and live life on their terms.

See how Julia, Maris, and Echo are living the Maya Black life—watch the video here: https://youtu.be/QHOKEEL8WHo?si=td9_AVwLoBHUPaH0

Ready to unlock the lifestyle you’ve always wanted? This is your sign! Apply for Maya Black now, only on the Maya app.

Visit maya.ph or mayabank.ph, and follow @mayaiseverything on Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, and TikTok to stay updated. Maya Philippines, Inc. and Maya Bank, Inc. are regulated by the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (www.bsp.gov.ph). Deposits are insured by PDIC up to ₱1 million per depositor.