Top 8 Asian Payment Wallets for UK Merchants

Alipay, Cross-border payments, GlobePay, UK Business, UnionPay, WeChat Pay

by GlobePay

14th June 2025

Asian consumers expect fast, familiar, and secure payment options. By accepting Asian Payment Wallets, UK businesses can boost sales and improve the customer experience.

At GlobePay, we make it easy for merchants to integrate the most popular wallets from Asia. Below are eight essential wallets every UK merchant should know.

1. Alipay

Alipay dominates mobile payments in China. It serves over one billion users and supports QR code payments across various industries, including retail and hospitality.

2. WeChat Pay

WeChat Pay combines messaging, shopping, and payments in one app. Because of its convenience, Chinese consumers use it for everyday transactions and travel spending.

3. UnionPay

UnionPay is China’s largest card network. It now supports digital wallet payments. As a result, it enables both card and QR transactions from Asian users.

4. Alipay HK

Alipay HK supports Hong Kong users and facilitates cross-border spending. It allows tourists to pay easily while merchants receive settlement in local currency.

5. Kakao Pay

Kakao Pay is widely used in South Korea. Since it links to the KakaoTalk messaging app, Korean users rely on it for travel and shopping abroad.

6. TrueMoney

TrueMoney is a leading wallet in Thailand. Moreover, it is expanding across Southeast Asia, enabling users to pay securely when visiting international merchants.

7. Touch ‘n Go eWallet

Malaysians trust Touch ‘n Go for daily payments. Whether for transport, retail, or dining, the wallet supports both in-store and online transactions abroad.

8. GCash

GCash leads the mobile wallet market in the Philippines. Its popularity among overseas Filipinos makes it essential for merchants serving diverse Asian communities.