Help And Support
Cross Border Payments - Alipay+
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What is overseas Scan & Pay via the OCBC app?
Alipay+ QR is a global QR payment network accepted by participating merchants worldwide.
OCBC app users can scan and pay securely at participating merchants that accept Alipay+ QR payments worldwide:- Argentina
- Armenia
- Australia
- Austria
- Bangladesh
- Belgium
- Bulgaria
- Cambodia
- Canada
- Chile
- Colombia
- Croatia
- Cyprus
- Czech Republic
- Denmark
- Estonia
- Finland
- France
- Germany
- Greece
- Hong Kong SAR
- Hungary
- Iceland
- Ireland
- Italy
- Japan
- Kazakhstan
- Laos
- Latvia
- Liechtenstein
- Lithuania
- Luxembourg
- Macau SAR
- Mainland China
- Malaysia
- Maldives
- Malta
- Mauritius
- Mongolia
- Nepal
- Netherlands
- New Zealand
- Norway
- Philippines
- Poland
- Portugal
- Qatar
- Romania
- San Marino
- Saudi Arabia
- Singapore
- Slovakia
- Slovenia
- South Korea
- Spain
- Sri Lanka
- Sweden
- Switzerland
- Thailand
- Turkey
- UAE
- UK
- USA
- Uzbekistan
- Vietnam
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Where can I use this overseas QR payment method?
You can do so at participating merchants that accept Alipay+ QR payments in supported destinations.
Simply look out for the Alipay+ acceptance marks displayed at the store or the cashier:

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How can I pay using this overseas QR payment method?
You can pay using either of the following methods:
Scan merchant's QR code
- Open the OCBC app and tap Scan & Pay.
- Scan the merchant's Alipay+ QR code.
- Tap Okay, take me there to be redirected to Alipay+ payment platform.
- Enter the payment amount and view the exchange rate.
- Review and confirm the payment.
- Payment completed.
Generate your QR code
- Open the OCBC app and tap Scan & Pay.
- Tap on the 'Alipay+' icon and present your QR code to the merchant for scanning.
- Review and confirm the payment.
- Payment completed.
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What are the minimum and maximum amounts for overseas Scan & Pay transactions?
You can make payments from SGD0.10 or equivalent. The maximum you may pay per day (daily spend limit) is SGD3,000 or equivalent. This limit cannot be changed.
For Alipay+ QR payments in Mainland China, additional limits imposed by Chinese regulators apply:- USD 5,000 (~35,000 CNY) or equivalent per transaction
- USD 50,000 (~350,000 CNY) or equivalent annual cumulative limit
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Will I be charged in the foreign currency or SGD?
You will be charged in SGD (based on the exchange rate displayed). Payments can only be made from your SGD account.
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Are there fees associated with using the service?
No. Apart from the conversion rate applied, you will not incur additional fees from using the service.
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How are the exchange rates determined?
The foreign exchange rate is determined based on prevailing wholesale interbank rates or the government-mandated rate, as shall be determined by the respective Card Associations and/or payment service provider.
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How long will the exchange rate be valid for?
The exchange rate will be valid at the point of inputting the transaction amount. Should you close the OCBC app or idle too long in the OCBC app and get logged out, the exchange rate will be refreshed.
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Will I need to provide any additional authentication while paying?
If the purchase amount exceeds SGD 200, for your account security, transaction signing with your OCBC OneToken or hardware token will be required.
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Is it safe to make payment via QR Code?
Yes, Alipay+ QR uses the EMV specifications which is in line with global payment security standards.
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Will my personal data be shared with any third parties when making such payments?
No, your personal information will not be shared with any third party throughout the entire payment process.
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Will I need to buy foreign exchange or fund a special account or wallet to use this service?
No, you can simply scan and pay with using OCBC app. Payment will be debited from your selected OCBC SGD current or savings account.
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What should I do if I encounter an error while making payment?
Please check that your mobile phone's internet connection is stable.
If your payment is rejected, ensure that:
- You have sufficient funds in your eligible OCBC SGD current or savings account; and
- You have not exceeded the maximum daily spend limit of SGD 3,000 or equivalent.
- You have not exceeded the additional limits imposed by Chinese regulators for Alipay+ QR payments in Mainland China:
- USD 5,000 (~35,000 CNY) per transaction
- USD 50,000 (~350,000 CNY) per year
Merchants may also be subjected to additional acceptance limits imposed by Alipay. As a result, you may occasionally encounter payment failures even when your account and limits are in order.
To resolve this, please ask the merchant to contact the Alipay+ Merchant Service Hotline at 400-758-5858 (service hours: 08:00 to 23:00) to request a review of their payment limit for overseas mobile wallet transactions.
If the issue persists, please contact us and provide the following information:
- Background / Context of the case –
- Outlet name –
- Outlet location –
- Photo of outlet (if any) -
- Payment Receipt / Note from outlet –
- Screenshot of transaction in OCBC app (located within Transaction history) –
- Alternative payment made (and screenshot of 2nd transaction) –
We will review the case and advise on the next steps. Please retain all receipts and supporting documents for reference.
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Can I use OCBC Scan & Pay with Alipay or WeChat Mini Programs in Mainland China (e.g. ride-hailing or food delivery)?
No. OCBC Scan & Pay cannot be used as a payment method within Alipay+ Mini Programs.









