As cashless payment adoption accelerates across Vietnam, Dropfoods has officially partnered with NAPAS – the National Payment Corporation of Vietnam – to deploy VietQR code payment across its entire smart vending machine network. Customers can now simply open any banking app or e-wallet (MoMo, ZaloPay, ShopeePay, Mobifone Money…) on their smartphone, scan the VietQR code displayed on the machine screen, and receive their product instantly – fast, secure, 24/7.
1. Why Dropfoods Partners with NAPAS
NAPAS (National Payment Services) is the sole payment intermediary licensed by the State Bank of Vietnam to operate the national financial switching system, connecting over 50 member banks and serving more than 80 million customers nationwide.
Dropfoods chose NAPAS to deliver the most reliable payment solution for smart vending machine users:
- Extensive coverage: Supporting 50+ NAPAS member banks – customers can pay with virtually any Vietnamese bank account.
- E-wallet acceptance: Beyond banking apps, VietQR also accepts payments from MoMo, ZaloPay, ShopeePay, Mobifone Money – with more wallets being added continuously.
- Security standards: VietQR codes comply with the international EMV Co. standard and the State Bank of Vietnam's QR code specifications.
- 24/7 transactions: NAPAS 247 Instant Transfer service enables payments anytime, including outside business hours and on weekends.
- Instant confirmation: Transactions are processed and confirmed within seconds through NAPAS switching infrastructure.
2. How to Pay with VietQR at Dropfoods Machines
Just 3 simple steps – use any banking app or e-wallet
| Step | Action | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Step 1 | Choose your product | Tap the Dropfoods machine touchscreen to select your favorite drink, snack, or product |
| Step 2 | Scan the VietQR code | Open your banking app (Mobile Banking) or e-wallet (MoMo, ZaloPay, ShopeePay, Mobifone Money…) → Select QR scan function → Scan the VietQR code displayed on the machine screen |
| Step 3 | Confirm payment | Review the transaction details on your banking app or e-wallet → Confirm the transfer |
| Step 4 | Collect your product | The machine automatically dispenses your product immediately after successful transaction confirmation (~2-3 seconds) |
3. Benefits of VietQR Payment at Dropfoods Machines
Convenient for consumers – Efficient for location partners
For consumers:
| Benefit | Details |
|---|---|
| No cash needed | Just a smartphone with a banking app or e-wallet – no need to carry a physical wallet or card |
| Use any app | VietQR works with 50+ NAPAS banks plus e-wallets including MoMo, ZaloPay, ShopeePay, Mobifone Money… |
| Safe & secure | All transactions comply with EMV standards, supervised by the State Bank of Vietnam |
| Fast & convenient | Completed in seconds, available 24/7 including weekends and holidays |
For location partners (B2B):
- Higher conversion rates: Users don't need to prepare cash and are ready to purchase anytime.
- Reduced operational risk: No need for cash collection from machines, lowering costs and loss risks.
- Transparent revenue: Track transactions in real-time through the Dropfoods remote management dashboard.
- Enhanced brand image: Modern payment technology elevates the reputation of your venue.
4. Comprehensive Payment Ecosystem on Dropfoods Machines
VietQR is part of Dropfoods' complete cashless payment ecosystem
| Payment Method | How It Works | Requirements |
|---|---|---|
| VietQR (NAPAS) | Scan VietQR on the machine screen using a banking app (50+ banks), e-wallet (MoMo, ZaloPay, ShopeePay, Mobifone Money…), or international banking app (China, Thailand, Cambodia, Laos) | A bank account or e-wallet supporting VietQR |
| Dropfoods App | Scan the QR code on the machine using the Dropfoods App | DF Credit account or linked wallet |
| Cash | Insert banknotes into the cash acceptor on the machine | Cash in supported denominations |
| MoMo | Scan QR code to pay directly via MoMo wallet | MoMo wallet with balance or linked bank account |
| VNPay | Pay through the VNPay gateway on the machine screen or via the Dropfoods App | Bank account or VNPay wallet |
| RFID Payment | Tap an RFID card on the reader built into the machine | Employee badge, internal card, or activated RFID card |
| POS | Tap a card or device on the POS reader on the machine | Credit / debit card (international), Apple Pay, Google Pay, Samsung Pay |
🌏 Cross-Border QR Payment
Through NAPAS cross-border QR payment infrastructure, international visitors can use their own home-country banking apps to scan VietQR and pay directly at Dropfoods machines – no currency exchange needed, no additional apps required:
- 🇨🇳 China: Payment via the UnionPay International (UPI) network
- 🇹🇭 Thailand: Scan QR using Thai banking apps
- 🇰🇭 Cambodia: Scan QR using Cambodian banking apps
- 🇱🇦 Laos: Scan QR using Lao banking apps
This is a significant step forward in serving international tourists at Dropfoods machine locations in airports, hotels, shopping centers, and tourist destinations – while adding extra value for venue partners with high international visitor traffic.
5. Experience & Partner with Dropfoods
Visit Dropfoods smart vending machines at schools, hospitals, shopping centers, residential buildings, office towers, and industrial parks nationwide – and experience VietQR payment today.
Whether you prefer a banking app, e-wallet, or cash, Dropfoods machines are always ready to serve you 24/7 with a user-friendly touchscreen and a comprehensive, secure payment system.
If you manage a building, school, hospital, industrial zone, or shopping center – contact Dropfoods to deploy smart vending machines with modern VietQR payment, bringing convenience to your residents, employees, and visitors.
Contact Dropfoods Vietnam
Address: 34 Le Duan, Sai Gon Ward, Ho Chi Minh City. (Monday - Friday: 8:30 am - 5:30 pm)
Phone: (84) 028 6290 6066
Email: contact@dropfoods.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dropfoods
Website: https://www.dropfoods.com