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Did you know you can use DuitNow beyond Malaysia? 🌎

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Published 11 months ago

Everything you need to know about DuitNow

Hey BigPay fam, 


Here’s something that might surprise you. Did you know you can use DuitNow overseas? 🌎


Yes, you read that right! And BigPay is one of the best ways to enjoy this awesome feature. 


Get all your questions about DuitNow Cross-Border QR answered below.   


What is DuitNow Cross-Border QR? 

DuitNow Cross-Border QR allows people travelling to Thailand, Indonesia, and Singapore to conveniently make cashless QR payments to participating merchants using their preferred bank or e-wallet (in this case, BigPay!). 


That means you can ditch the bulky wallet and loose change at your hotel! 


Where can I use DuitNow Cross-Border QR? 

You can use this feature in Thailand, Indonesia, and Singapore. More destinations to come very soon. 


Is it free? 

There are no fees for consumers with a daily transaction limit of RM3,000. 🥳 


How is the exchange rate determined? 

The exchange rate used is quoted by your preferred bank or e-wallet, which in case you didn’t know, BigPay is loved for our affordable exchange rates. 😉 


What’s the transaction limit? 

You can make payments of up to RM10,000 per day. Learn more about the transaction limits here.


What’s the big deal? 

✅ It’s instant and easy!

✅ Enjoy great FX rates

✅ Go cashless. Yay for convenience 🕺 


How do I identify merchants that accept DuitNow Cross-Border QR payments? 

The QR codes are typically displayed at the payment counter. Look out for the logos below! 


Indonesia — Look out for a QRIS QR code by Alto, ArtaJasa, Jalin or Rintis


Singapore — Look out for a SGQR QR Code by NETS 


Thailand — Look out for a ‘Thai QR Payment’ QR code by PromptPay 


Learn more here 


How do I use DuitNow Cross-Border QR on BigPay? 

Everything you need to know about DuitNow


Can I do more with DuitNow? 

As Malaysia’s national QR code, you can also make local QR transfers to millions of merchants nationwide! Learn more here. 


We hope this answers your questions about DuitNow Cross-Border QR and that you enjoy using this awesome feature through the BigPay app! 


Love,

Team BigPay 💙

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What is DuitNow Cross-Border QR? 

Where can I use DuitNow Cross-Border QR? 

Is it free? 

How is the exchange rate determined? 

What’s the transaction limit? 

What’s the big deal? 

How do I identify merchants that accept DuitNow Cross-Border QR payments? 

How do I use DuitNow Cross-Border QR on BigPay? 

Can I do more with DuitNow? 

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