Explore Asia

Pay like the locals

Travel stress-free with Bluecode. Pay securely, under European rules and with zero extra fees.

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Attractive exchange rates

Our partner Alipay+ guarantees you low exchange rates for every payment.

Available everywhere

Whether in a restaurant or at a soup stand, with Bluecode you pay via QR code. These are widely used in Asia – both in busy tourist destinations and in rural regions.

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Maximum security

All payments are processed in accordance with European security standards.

No additional fees

Bluecode does not charge you any service fees abroad either. The conditions of your bank apply as usual.

Payment in Asia with Bluecode

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Paying with QR code

It's that easy

Alipay+ merchants either have their own QR code or scan the QR code from your smartphone. Both methods are common practice and are supported by Bluecode.

Scan by yourself

Do you see a QR code at the retailer? Simply scan the QR code with your app. And you're done paying!

Let it be scanned

Show your QR code / Barcode and let it be scanned. And you’re done paying!

Pay with Bluecode in the Alipay+ network

Payment Roaming – also in Asia

With Bluecode you can pay worldwide at Alipay+ acceptance partners. Your payments are processed by Bluecode in accordance with the highest European security and data protection standards.

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FAQs

Here you will find answers to the most frequently asked questions about paying in Asia.

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In which countries can I pay with Bluecode?

You can pay with Bluecode in many countries worldwide. In Asia, there are a particularly large number of acceptance points thanks to the partnership with Alipay+. For example in Hong Kong, Japan, Cambodia, Laos, Malaysia, Mongolia, Nepal, the Philippines, South Korea and Sri Lanka.

You can find the complete list of countries directly in the Bluecode app.

How does Bluecode work with Alipay+?

With "Payment Roaming", Bluecode has created an innovative solution to enable payments via partner networks such as Alipay+. Every transaction remains a secure, European Bluecode payment, even if it is made at a merchant in the Alipay+ network, for example. This is how we combine European standards with global reach.

How do I pay in Asia?

With the Bluecode app, you have two payment options:

1. Scan yourself:

  • Open the Bluecode app
  • Tap the camera icon
  • Scan the merchant’s QR code
  • Confirm the payment / enter amount
  • Done!

2. Let the merchant scan your code:

  • Open the Bluecode app
  • Show your QR code and barcode
  • The merchant scans your code
  • Done!
Which fees apply to payments in Asia?

Bluecode does not charge you any additional fees for international payments. However, it is possible that your bank may charge fees for payments in Asia. Please contact your bank directly for more information.

What exchange rates will I get?

Thanks to our roaming partner Alipay+, we can offer you attractive exchange rates. You can see the current exchange rate directly in the app before you pay.

What does Payment Roaming mean?

With "Payment Roaming", Bluecode has created an innovative solution that combines 40+ local payment networks into the largest global payment network. Through partnerships such as Discover® Global Network, Alipay+ and EMPSA, Bluecode enables seamless payments with 160+ million acceptance partners.

The special feature: All payments are processed according to European values, rules and standards – directly by Bluecode.

Do I need a credit card to make payments abroad?

You don't need a credit card to pay abroad with Bluecode. When you set up the app for the first time, you simply top up your balance and use it to make your payments.

What do I have to do to pay in Asia?

Simply install the cost-free Bluecode app on your smartphone. Top up your Bluecode balance in just a few minutes and you're ready to pay worldwide according to European rules!

How do I know where I can pay?

You can use the Bluecode app to pay either at Bluecode acceptance points or at acceptance points of our roaming partners (e.g. Alipay+). In the app, we always show you the logos you need to look for at merchants - depending on the country you are currently in.