Thailand lets tourists pay in baht using crypto through WORPT app
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Foreign tourists in Thailand can now convert cryptocurrency into baht and pay by QR code through the WORPT app, according to Travel and Tour World. The service runs under the Securities and Exchange Commission's TouristDigiPay sandbox. Shops still receive baht, and users must pass identity checks.
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Why it matters
The service gives some visitors another way to pay at shops and restaurants in Bangkok and elsewhere. The source says there is no confirmed evidence yet that it has raised tourism spending.
What's next
Authorities will assess the programme's effectiveness before considering any wider expansion; the sandbox can run for up to 18 months.
Key dates
- 18 Aug 2025The Securities and Exchange Commission formally introduced the TouristDigiPay sandbox with the Ministry of Finance, Anti-Money Laundering Office and Ministry of Tourism and Sports.
- Oct 2026The WORPT service became available, according to the source.
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Sources
- Travel and Tour WorldRead the original article →
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