When the bill arrives, QR code payments are the norm for locals – even street vendors widely accept them. While contactless credit cards are also commonly used, foreign travellers often face challenges with QR payments, as they typically require a Thai bank account. To address this, the Thailand Tourism Authority and Kasikorn Bank have introduced TagThai Easy Pay, a tourist-friendly e-wallet that lets visitors pay using Thai QR codes at thousands of locations – no Thai bank account needed.
Getting started is simple. All you need is a Pay & Tour prepaid card, which links to the e-wallet. Upon arriving in Thailand, you can pick up the card at Kasikorn Bank’s foreign exchange booths located at Suvarnabhumi and Don Mueang airports. Just show your passport and exchange your currency – no hidden fees involved. If you miss collecting it at the airport, the card is also available at over 100 Kasikorn Bank locations across the country.
Once you have the card, download the TagThai app on your iPhone or Android device. In the app, select the ‘Easy Pay’ option, then link your card by entering your passport number and reference number. Set a PIN, and you’re ready to go. Your e-wallet is accepted at countless locations nationwide, allowing you to shop, dine, and explore with ease.
The app also offers practical features for security and convenience. You can check your transaction history, freeze or unfreeze your card if needed and withdraw cash (up to B10,000 per day) from Kasikorn Bank ATMs with zero fees. Any leftover balance? No problem – you can convert it back into your original currency at the same exchange rate.