When travelling abroad, along with finding the right accommodation, planning an itinerary, and estimating a budget, there is also the stress of carrying cash, exchanging currency, or searching for ATMs. However, travellers in Thailand may no longer have to worry about that, as the country has launched a new campaign called “Pay Like a Local.” Read on to know more!
Thailand Has Launched ‘Pay Like A Local’ Campaign
Under the Ministry of Tourism and Sports, Thailand’s Tourism Authority (TAT) has launched a new campaign called ‘Pay Like A Local.’ As per NDTV, with this initiative, travellers will be able to make payments across Thailand using the banking apps and e-wallets they already use in their home countries.
Payments in Thailand are now quicker and easier with the Cross-Border QR Payment system. This means that whether you’re enjoying street food or shopping, all you have to do is scan a QR code and pay through your banking app or e-wallet.
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Which Countries Are Using Cross-Border QR Payment System?
With the Cross-Border QR Payment system, China, Singapore, Malaysia, Indonesia, Vietnam, South Korea, Laos, Cambodia, and Hong Kong, can already use their own banking apps or e-wallets to make payments in Thailand by scanning QR codes. NDTV reported that Thailand has also confirmed that it plans to expand the programme further by adding more countries in the future.
The initiative is led by the Bank of Thailand along with eight participating banks and payment partners such as Alipay, WeChat Pay, UnionPay, and National ITMX. We’re excited to see how this new initiative helps make cash-free travel in Thailand easier than ever.
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FAQs
What is Thailand's new intiative?
The Thailand's new initiative is known as ' Pay Like A Local.'
What is Thailand's 'Pay Like A Local' initiative?
Thailand's 'Pay Like A Local' initiative allows eligible foreign travellers to make QR-code payments across the country.
How foreign travellers can now make payment in Thailand?
Foreign travellers can now make payments in Thailand by scanning QR codes with their banking apps or e-wallets from their home countries.