How to Pay by QR Code in Thailand: An E-Wallet Guide for Tourists

Last updated: 12 November 2026

How Tourists Can Pay for Goods and Services in Thailand

International visitors can make Thai QR payments through TAGTHAi Easy Pay, a service in the TAGTHAi app connected to KBank Tourist Wallet, an electronic wallet from Kasikornbank. To register, visit a participating KBank foreign exchange booth in person and present your passport.

The service is useful for holidays in Phuket and travel throughout Thailand. You can pay for goods and services using supported QR codes, check your balance and transaction history, and withdraw cash without a card at KBank ATMs.

What Is TAGTHAi Easy Pay?

TAGTHAi Easy Pay is a payment service for international visitors to Thailand. KBank Tourist Wallet holds your funds in Thai baht, while the TAGTHAi app allows you to manage your wallet and make payments.

You do not need a physical prepaid card. To pay, scan a supported Thai QR code using the app and confirm the transaction.

Who Can Register for the E-Wallet?

The service is available to foreign tourists aged 20 and over. Each person may register for one wallet. The published validity period is one year.

You will need your passport to register. Identity verification must be completed in person at a participating KBank foreign exchange booth.

How to Set Up TAGTHAi Easy Pay in Phuket

1. Download the TAGTHAi app and create an account.

2. Open the Easy Pay section and complete the available pre-registration steps.

3. Visit a participating KBank foreign exchange booth with your original passport.

4. Complete identity verification and register your wallet.

5. To top up with cash, exchange an accepted foreign currency for Thai baht at the booth and have the funds added to your wallet.

6. Complete the wallet setup in the app by following the on-screen instructions.

Pre-registration in the app does not replace in-person identity verification.

Where to Register for TAGTHAi Easy Pay in Phuket

The official TAGTHAi directory lists the following registration locations:

Before visiting, check the address and opening hours in the official TAGTHAi directory. Make sure you choose a KBank foreign exchange booth that participates in the service.

How to Top Up Your Wallet

To top up with cash, bring a foreign currency accepted by KBank to a participating foreign exchange booth. The bank will exchange it for Thai baht and add the funds to your wallet.

Existing Thai baht cash cannot be used to top up your wallet at the booth. Do not exchange your foreign currency elsewhere if you intend to use it to fund the wallet.

Can You Link a Foreign Bank Card?

TAGTHAi Easy Pay supports linking eligible foreign-issued debit and credit cards for payments. This is separate from topping up your wallet by exchanging foreign currency cash.

Card acceptance is subject to verification and bank restrictions. Currency conversion charges and fees from your card issuer may apply. Check whether your particular card is supported during setup, as not all foreign-issued cards are accepted.

Cash Withdrawals and Fees

You can withdraw funds from your wallet without a physical card at Kasikornbank ATMs.

The standard withdrawal fee is THB 20 per transaction. Under the current promotion, this fee is waived from 27 July to 31 December 2026.

A maintenance fee of THB 50 per month applies to wallets that have been inactive for more than a year and still have a positive balance.

How to Get a Refund of Your Remaining Balance

To request a refund of your remaining balance or close your wallet, visit a KBank foreign exchange booth.

KBank also offers a Buy Back Guarantee, which allows an eligible portion of your funds to be converted back into the original currency at the original exchange rate. The guarantee covers up to 10% of your first foreign currency exchange transaction used to top up the wallet and must be used within 15 days of that transaction. Transactions receiving a special exchange rate are excluded.

The guarantee does not mean that your entire remaining balance can be exchanged back at the original rate.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can Tourists Pay by QR Code in Phuket?

Yes. After registering and setting up the service, international visitors can use TAGTHAi Easy Pay to pay for goods and services using supported Thai QR codes.

Can I Register for the Wallet Entirely Online?

No. Registering for the wallet requires in-person identity verification at a participating KBank foreign exchange booth. You can complete the available pre-registration steps in the app before your visit.

Do I Still Need Cash If I Use TAGTHAi Easy Pay?

It is useful to keep some cash for places where supported QR payments are unavailable. Payments are also subject to your available balance, transaction limits and service availability.

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Terms, limits and promotions may change. Before registering or topping up your wallet, check the official KBank website or call KBank on +66 2 888 8888.