Worldpay, a global leader in payments technology and solutions, has launched domestic acquiring capabilities in Thailand as part of its broader Asia Pacific expansion.
The move strengthens the company’s presence in a high-growth region and supports its long-term global growth strategy, according to FF News.
The decision to enter the Thai market comes amid rapid changes in the country’s payments landscape, with a growing shift from cash to digital wallets and account-to-account (A2A) payments.
Worldpay aims to help local and global merchants navigate this evolution, offering solutions tailored to the unique demands of Thai consumers and supporting merchants in delivering seamless and secure payment experiences.
Worldpay provides a comprehensive suite of payment services, helping merchants accept and process payments in over 170 countries.
Its technology supports a wide range of payment methods and includes features such as fraud protection, dispute management and access to extensive data-driven insights.
The company already offers domestic acquiring in eight other Asia Pacific markets including Australia, New Zealand, Singapore, Hong Kong, Japan, Malaysia, India and South Korea.
The new Thailand expansion enables Worldpay to offer local card acquiring and settlements in Thai baht, giving Thai merchants access to faster, more efficient payment processing.
In addition to card payments, Worldpay is integrating four of Thailand’s most popular alternative payment methods: LINE Pay, TrueMoney, PromptPay, and online banking, helping businesses capture a broader customer base.
Merchants in Thailand will also benefit from value-added services such as multi-layered fraud protection and strategic consultancy powered by Worldpay’s global data network. These features are designed to improve authorisation rates and enhance operational efficiency.
Thailand’s e-commerce sector is projected to grow at 9% annually through to 2030, according to the latest Worldpay Global Payments Report. This expansion supports both local businesses and international enterprises aiming to capitalise on this growth. Worldpay’s recent launches in Colombia, Mexico, and the UAE underscore its commitment to scaling domestic acquiring capabilities across emerging markets.
Worldpay also noted that the Thai launch enhances its cross-border acquiring capabilities across Southeast Asia, providing global operators with a single integration point for broader regional access.
Worldpay president of global enterprise Gabriel de Montessus said, “The payments landscape is rapidly evolving in Thailand as we’re seeing a significant shift from cash use to digital wallets and account-to-account (A2A). It’s increasingly important for merchants operating in the market to deliver the right shopper experience with the fastest most secure payments possible. Our in-market experts help merchants optimize their offerings, navigate complexities, and ensure they accept the right mix of payment types enabling them to unlock growth opportunities.”
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