Basewallet partners with Dragonpass to unlock affordable airport lounge access across Africa
A new era of travel lifestyle for African consumers
Basewallet is redefining how people travel by building a travel-first financial platform for Africans. Designed as a lifestyle-focused alternative to traditional fintech apps, Basewallet integrates essential travel services into one seamless experience. From payments and insurance to eSIM, hotels and flights, Basewallet is creating a complete travel ecosystem for modern travellers. Now, with Dragonpass integrated via API, users can also access:
Airport lounge access worldwide
Fast track security and immigration services
Future expansion into airport dining and travel experiences
This positions Basewallet as a leading travel lifestyle app in Africa, bringing together convenience, value and premium experiences in one place.
Making airport lounge access more accessible
For many travellers, airport lounges are still perceived as an exclusive luxury. In reality, airport lounge access is more affordable than most people think. Through this partnership, Basewallet users will be able to:
Purchase on-demand lounge passes
Avoid crowded terminals and gate seating
Enjoy complimentary food, drinks, Wi-Fi and relaxation spaces
Access premium experiences without flying business class
As Basewallet Founder David Ominiabohs explains: “Many travellers simply don’t know that airport lounge access is within reach. This partnership is about changing that perception. Luxury travel doesn’t have to be expensive. With Basewallet and Dragonpass, we’re making it accessible to everyone.”
Targeting the next generation of travellers
The partnership is designed to resonate with a new wave of African travellers, including:
First-time international travellers
Lifestyle and travel content creators
Leisure travellers and couples
Frequent flyers seeking better value
With over 60,000 users acquired in just three months, Basewallet is rapidly scaling its user base and preparing for significant growth post-launch. By introducing airport services early, the platform is creating habit-forming travel behaviours that extend beyond payments into full lifestyle engagement. A seamless, API-powered experience The integration between Basewallet and Dragonpass is fully API-driven, ensuring a smooth, in-app user experience. Users can:
Search and discover lounges by airport
View amenities and images
Purchase and store digital lounge passes
Access services directly within the Basewallet app
This removes friction and keeps the entire journey within a single, intuitive interface.
Expanding travel benefits across Africa
The partnership also opens the door to broader collaboration, including:
Expansion into additional airport services
Potential localisation of Fast Track services in African airports
Future rollout of dining and lifestyle experiences
As travel demand continues to grow across Africa, this collaboration positions both companies at the forefront of travel innovation in emerging markets.
Redefining affordable luxury travel
At its core, this partnership is about democratising premium travel experiences. Airport lounges are no longer reserved for a select few. With the right technology and partnerships, they can become a standard part of the travel journey. By combining Basewallet’s local market insight with Dragonpass’s global network, this collaboration delivers:
Greater accessibility
Better value for travellers
A more enjoyable airport experience
Looking ahead
The Basewallet and Dragonpass partnership will officially launch in early 2026, with airport lounge access and Fast Track services available to users from day one. As both brands continue to innovate, travellers can expect even more ways to upgrade their journey without upgrading their ticket.
About Basewallet
Basewallet is an Africa-first travel fintech platform designed to make premium lifestyle and financial services accessible to everyday Nigerians and Africans. With over 60,000 users acquired in its first three months of operation, Basewallet offers multi-currency wallets, eSIM travel data, insurance, hotel and flight booking, and now, airport lounge and fast track access through its Dragonpass partnership. The platform is built on the belief that premium travel experiences should not be the exclusive domain of the wealthy few — and that every African traveller deserves to move through the world in comfort and style.
About Dragonpass API
Financial services businesses use the Dragonpass API to seamlessly integrate our global airport and lifestyle network directly into their own digital environments, from mobile banking apps to cardholder portals. This allows brands to offer premium travel and lifestyle benefits, such as lounge access, dining, and fast track, within a familiar user experience, strengthening engagement and perceived value without the need for heavy operational lift. By embedding Dragonpass capabilities at the platform level, partners can create more connected, differentiated propositions that drive both customer satisfaction and long-term loyalty.