The
Presidents/CEOs
All Microfinance Banks
Dear
Sirs / Madam,
Sharing
of Customer Data with Pilot/Private CIB
Currently,
MFBs regulated by SBP share their customers’ data
with and use SBP’s e-CIB; however, a large number
of MF clients (at present approximately 50%) are served
by non-SBP regulated MFIs with no credit history of their
customers either at SBP or private credit bureaus. Both
MFBs and MFIs are operating in the same markets with good
chances of overlapping customers thus the risks of over
indebtedness and loans adjustment by customers with different
organization exists. Further, the envisaged accelerated
MF growth has also made it imperative to have a dedicated
MF-CIB in Pakistan for smooth functioning of MF markets.
2.
In this regard, Microfinance Banks may like to share their
customers’ data with pilot/private CIB(s) subject
to development of comprehensive customer protection and
confidentiality guidelines duly approved by their Board
of Directors. Further, express customer consent is mandatory
for sharing customer data with other institutions/ CIB and
the duty of maintaining confidentiality will remain with
the Microfinance Bank.
Please
acknowledge receipt.