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