Where Can You Use Scan & Pay? A Destination Map for Smarter Global Payments

As travel becomes more global and digital payments continue to evolve, the ability to pay seamlessly across borders is becoming increasingly important. 

With iFAST Global Bank’s Scan & Pay feature, customers can make QR-based payments in a growing number of destinations worldwide—removing the need to rely solely on cash or traditional card payments while travelling. 

But where exactly can you use it? 

The answer spans across much of Europe, Asia, the Middle East, Africa, and the Americas. 

A Truly Global Payment Network 

Scan & Pay is designed to support customers across a wide range of international destinations where QR payment infrastructure is already widely adopted. 

This includes countries across: 

Europe 
Switzerland, San Marino, Turkey, Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway 

Middle East & Africa 
UAE, Qatar, Mauritius, Armenia 

Americas 
United States of America, Chile, Mexico, Peru, Argentina, Colombia 

Asia-Pacific 
Thailand, Malaysia, Philippines, Cambodia, Nepal, Sri Lanka, Laos, Maldives, Hong Kong, South Korea, Mongolia, Australia, New Zealand, Singapore 

This growing footprint reflects the increasing global adoption of QR-based payment systems, particularly in retail, food and beverage, transport, and tourism-related spending. 

How Scan & Pay Works Abroad 

Scan & Pay allows iFAST Global Bank customers to make cross-currency payments directly via QR codes where supported by local payment networks. 

This means that instead of relying solely on cash exchange or card payments, customers can use a more seamless digital payment method in supported regions. 

It is designed to simplify everyday spending while travelling—whether that is a meal at a local restaurant, a ride across the city, or shopping during a holiday. 

Availability and Local Differences 

Scan & Pay is available to all iFAST Global Bank customers; however, QR payment availability may vary by region due to differences in local payment systems, regulatory requirements, and network integrations. 

This is not a restriction imposed by the Bank, but rather reflects how local payment ecosystems operate and the level of QR infrastructure adoption in each market. 

We continue to work with partners globally to expand coverage and enable Scan & Pay in more destinations over time. 

Why This Matters for Travellers 

For many travellers, managing money abroad still involves a mix of cash exchanges, card usage, and currency conversions. 

Scan & Pay introduces a more integrated alternative in supported markets—helping reduce friction at the point of payment and aligning with how consumers already transact in many parts of the world. 

As QR payment adoption continues to grow globally, more destinations are expected to support similar experiences in the future. 

A Growing Global Network 

The list of supported countries and regions continues to expand, with future additions expected to include: 

Japan, China Mainland, Vietnam, Taiwan, Bangladesh, Pakistan, and others. 

This reflects a broader shift towards interoperable, digital-first payment ecosystems that make cross-border spending more seamless. 

Conclusion 

Scan & Pay is part of a wider shift in how money moves across borders. 

While traditional payment methods still play an important role, QR-based payments are becoming an increasingly common part of the global travel experience. 

For iFAST Global Bank customers, this means a growing number of destinations where spending abroad can feel simpler, faster, and more connected—now with the added benefit of 1% cashback on eligible Scan & Pay transactions worldwide. 

As global adoption increases, the destination map for Scan & Pay will continue to expand, bringing more of the world into a single, seamless payment experience. 

Disclaimer 

* Scan & Pay is for cross-currency payments only. Availability of QR payments may vary by country and merchant. T&Cs apply.