How to Scan a QRIS QR Code

Pay at Indonesian merchants in seconds

Before You Start – Compatibility Check

"Which country are you from?"

Use PayNow / GrabPay
Use DuitNow / Touch n Go
Use PromptPay banking apps
Use PhonePe / Google Pay / Paytm
Use a JCB QR compatible app
Use Alipay / WeChat Pay
⚙️Other countries → use GoPay or OVO with an international card

Step-by-Step: Scanning with GoPay / OVO

  1. 1

    Open GoPay (or OVO/Dana)

  2. 2

    Tap "Bayar" (Pay) or "Scan"

  3. 3

    Allow camera access if prompted

  4. 4

    Point your camera at the merchant's QRIS code

  5. 5

    Wait for the app to recognize the code (1–2 seconds)

  6. 6

    Review: merchant name and amount shown

  7. 7

    Confirm the amount is correct (IDR)

  8. 8

    Tap "Bayar" / "Confirm"

  9. 9

    Authenticate: PIN or fingerprint

  10. 10

    ✅ Payment complete! Keep a screenshot as receipt

Step-by-Step: Scanning with PayNow (Singapore)

  1. 1

    Open your Singapore banking app (DBS, OCBC, UOB, GrabPay)

  2. 2

    Tap "Scan" or "Pay"

  3. 3

    Point your camera at the merchant's QRIS code

  4. 4

    Confirm the merchant name and amount in SGD-converted IDR

  5. 5

    Authenticate with PIN or fingerprint

  6. 6

    ✅ Payment complete!

Step-by-Step: Scanning with UPI (India)

  1. 1

    Open PhonePe, Google Pay or Paytm

  2. 2

    Tap "Scan QR"

  3. 3

    Point your camera at the merchant's QRIS code

  4. 4

    Confirm the merchant name and amount in INR-converted IDR

  5. 5

    Enter your UPI PIN

  6. 6

    ✅ Payment complete!

What if the QR Code Doesn't Scan?

ProblemFix
"QRIS tidak valid"QR code damaged, ask for a new code
Camera won't focusMove closer, ensure good lighting
"Merchant not found"Cross-border not enabled at this merchant
Amount not shownStatic QR – enter the amount manually
App crashesUpdate your banking or wallet app

QRIS Code Recognition

  • Look for the official QRIS logo (red)
  • The text "QRIS" usually appears above or below the code
  • Always at the merchant counter / on a sticker

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