How foreigners in Singapore can scan RoamQR for Easy Cross-Border Payments

Written by Admin | Nov 24, 2025 12:45:25 PM

 

What Is RoamQR? 

RoamQR is an interoperable QR payment framework that connects national payment systems, e-wallets, and banks across countries. This innovative cross-border payment solution, powered by Liquid Group, connects multiple national QR networks into one seamless experience.  

 

 

How Does RoamQR Work? 

If you’re a tourist in Singapore and want to make purchases without worrying about cash or card conversions, there’s good news. With RoamQR, you can pay using your home country’s preferred wallet or banking app — just by scanning the local QR code at RoamQR-enabled merchants. 

 

The payment process is simple and instant: 

1. Spot the PayNow RoamQR decal at participating Singapore stores.

2. Open your home wallet app

3. Scan the merchant’s QR code your app will automatically recognize the code via the RoamQR network. 

4. View the converted amount in your local currency. 

5. Confirm payment — the merchant receives funds in Singapore dollars instantly. 

 

Behind the scenes, RoamQR connects acquirers, issuers, and settlement banks to ensure smooth currency conversion and compliance across all networks. 

 

Here’s why travellers love paying with RoamQR in Singapore: 
  • No currency exchange hassles see prices in your own currency and pay instantly. 
  • Accepted island-wide — from cafés to convenience stores, taxis to tourist attractions. 
  • Secure and compliant processed by licensed partners under MAS’ national payment framework. 
  • Instant and transparent no hidden fees, just one QR scan and go. 

 

 

 

How RoamQR Benefits Digital Wallets and Merchants 

 

For digital wallets and banks: 

  • Access Singapore’s tourism economy without new integrations. 
  • Enable users to make international payments through existing wallet apps. 
  • Expand global transaction volumes via RoamQR’s interoperable rails. 

For merchants: 

  • Attract more international customers. 
  • Accept payments from multiple overseas wallets with a single QR. 
  • Enjoy simplified settlement and reconciliation through Liquid Group’s acquiring network. 

 

 

The Growing RoamQR Network 

 

RoamQR is currently connected to major national QR systems, including: 

  • 🇸🇬 PayNow + SGQR (Singapore) 
  • 🇨🇳 WeChat QR (China) 
  • 🇰🇭 KHQR/Bakong QR (Cambodia)  
  • 🇧🇷 PIX QR (Brazil) – Coming soon 
  • 🇰🇷 ZeroPay (South Korea) – Coming soon 
  • 🇻🇳 VietQR/NAPAS QR (Vietnam) – Coming soon 
  • 🇯🇵 JPQR (Japan) – Coming soon  
  • 🇲🇾 DuitNow (Malaysia) – Coming soon  


RoamQR continues to expand its footprint, making it easier for travelers to spend globally and for businesses to grow internationally. 

 

 

Connect, Roam, Pay 

 

Look out for the RoamQR acceptance mark when shopping, dining, or exploring. Pay conveniently with your own wallet -no cash, no cards, no exchange queues.