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Aerial view of a Southeast Asian coastline at sunset
Redefining SOUTH EAST Asia Travel

Pay by QR code across Southeast Asia, no local account needed.

The QR-payment app for European travellers: pay by QR code in Vietnam, and soon across South East Asia.

€For residents with a personal Euro (SEPA) bank account.
Check if you're eligible
Regional Network

10 Countries. One App.

Live in Vietnam now, with Thailand and Indonesia coming soon — and Malaysia, Cambodia, the Philippines, Laos, South Korea, Taiwan and Mongolia on the way. OUR REGIONAL ROADMAP

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Philippines

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Lao QR

Laos

Paying like a local in Mongolia
Coming soon

Mongolia

Paying like a local in South Korea
Coming soon

South Korea

Paying like a local in Taiwan
Coming soon

Taiwan

InstaPay
KHQR
PromptPay
QRIS
VietQR
DuitNow
InstaPay
KHQR
PromptPay
QRIS
VietQR
DuitNow
InstaPay
KHQR
PromptPay
QRIS
VietQR
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Lively Southeast Asian night market
Our Mission

Borders Shouldn't Define Your Freedom.

Lumi was born from a simple observation: modern travelers are forced to choose between inflated exchange rates, cash or traditional cards, and none of these options are truly satisfactory. Travelers lack access to the most efficient payment method in the region: mobile QR payments.

Your Phone Is Your Wallet

No Cash. No Cards. Just Your Mobile. Make payments instantly using only your mobile; simple and seamless.

Instant and Transparent

Zero hidden fees, instant visibility on FX rate. You know exactly what you pay.

Pay Everywhere

Access to 25M+ local merchants, bringing truly inclusive payments to every corner.

TRUST, BUILT IN :)

Why Lumi?

Lumi is designed to give you complete confidence in every transaction. Founded by experienced bankers and backed by European investors, we bring deep financial expertise and long-term trust to everything we do. As a European company working with regulated partners across Europe and Asia, we meet high standards of security and compliance to protect your funds and money movements. Combined with instant payments, transparent pricing, and a large acceptance network, Lumi delivers a payment experience you can rely on anywhere.

Your money is in safe hands

  • EU Regulated Set-up
  • SEPA Bank Transfer
  • KYC and AML Check
The User Journey

From your bank in Europe to any QR in Asia

Four simple steps to financial freedom.

Fund Wallet
1

Fund Your Wallet

Add money to your Lumi wallet in your home currency. Quick, secure, and ready to use anywhere.

Real payments, real places

See it in action

Real people using Lumi to scan and pay at everyday spots across Vietnam — no cash, no cards, no local bank account.

Scanning a VietQR code to pay on the water — Hội An
Scanning a VietQR code to pay on the water — Hội An
Opening Lumi out on the water — Hội An
Scanning a street vendor's VietQR code to pay
Settling a restaurant bill (430,000₫) by QR
Paying with Lumi on the basket boats — Hội An
Scanning to pay at a local café
Lumi users meeting up in Đà Nẵng
Lumi users meeting up in Đà Nẵng
Fee Transparency

No Secrets, Just Savings.

A typical €1000 overall spend comparison.

Avoid losing up to €120 per €1,000

ProviderFee Structure + Possible SurchargingTotal Cost to You
Lumi
2% fee€1,020
Airport exchange (cash)
10% FX spread€1,100
ATM cash withdrawal
7,5 EUR + 3%€1,060
Card payment
0,2 EUR + 3%€1,064
Card payment with dynamic currency conversion (DCC)
8% on top€1,144

Assumptions: €1,000 total spend in Southeast Asia. ATM withdrawal: 4 withdrawals of €250 (€7.50 + 3% each). Card payment: roughly 170 payments of €6 (€0.20 + 3% each). Dynamic currency conversion (DCC): the card fees above plus an 8% FX margin applied by the terminal. Airport exchange: a 10% spread on the rate. Lumi: one flat 2% fee at close to the interbank rate. Fees are indicative and vary by bank.

Pricing Questions

Are there any hidden fees with Lumi?

No. You pay a transparent 2% fee on each transaction — that's it. No subscription fees, no withdrawal charges, no currency conversion markups. The rate you see is the rate you get.

How does Lumi's rate compare to my bank?

European banks typically charge 1.5–3% in foreign transaction fees plus a currency markup of 2–5%. With airport exchanges, the spread can reach 8–10%. Lumi uses near-interbank rates with a single 2% fee, saving you up to €120 per €1,000 spent compared to the worst alternatives.

Is there a minimum or maximum amount I can pay?

You can make payments from as little as €1. There are no minimum transaction requirements. Maximum limits depend on your account verification level and local regulations.

In the works

Beyond Payments.

Coming soon to Lumi: travel essentials, from eSIM to curated experiences and the best local deals.

eSIM
Coming soon

eSIM

Activate local 5G data plans instantly. Stay connected the moment you land with zero physical cards.

Daily Tours
Coming soon

Daily Tours

Book curated island hopping or city walks with verified local guides, all paid seamlessly via QR.

Restaurants
Coming soon

Restaurants

Discover hand-picked local dining gems. Use Lumi to unlock exclusive member-only offers and authentic flavors.

Verified Experiences

Traveller Stories

"I've been using Lumi regularly and it's honestly been a great experience. It has completely changed the way I pay in Vietnam. I used to carry bundles of cash everywhere, even for small purchases. Now I simply pay by QR code, and every payment has worked perfectly with every merchant I've visited."

Maryem

Maryem

Lumi user

"One of my biggest travel fears was losing my passport and wallet. Since I started using Lumi, I leave my wallet at home and only carry my phone. It gives me so much more peace of mind!"

B

Brice

Lumi user

Support & Information

FAQ

Everything you need to know about Lumi.

What is Lumi?

Lumi is a digital wallet that lets you pay at local merchants across Southeast Asia using QR codes. You can pay in your own currency while Lumi handles the conversion instantly at checkout.

Who can sign up for Lumi?

Lumi is currently open to EU and EEA residents with a SEPA bank account in their own name. That covers 30 countries: Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus, Czechia, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, and Sweden. The UK and Switzerland are not on this list and aren't supported yet, even though they're geographically close to Europe.

Which countries can I pay in with Lumi?

Lumi is launching in Vietnam, where you can pay any VietQR code — street stalls, cafés, markets and shops. Thailand (PromptPay) and Indonesia (QRIS) are next, with more of Southeast Asia to follow.

How do I pay with Lumi?

Simply open the app, scan the merchant's QR code, enter the amount if required, and confirm the payment using your secure mPIN or biometric authentication.

Do I need to convert currency before paying?

No. Lumi automatically converts your payment into the local currency in real time, so you can pay seamlessly without any manual conversion.
Download Lumi

Download the app and get €5*

Lumi is live on the App Store and Google Play. Download it, finish onboarding, then send us a hi on WhatsApp and we will reply with a €5 coupon code for your first trip.

€For residents with a personal Euro (SEPA) bank account.
Check if you're eligible
  1. 1Download Lumi from the App Store or Google Play and create your account.
  2. 2Finish onboarding, including identity verification.
  3. 3Send us a hi on WhatsApp and we will reply with your €5 coupon code.
Say hi on WhatsApp

*The €5 coupon code is subject to eligibility, completed onboarding and account verification. One code per person, redeemable in the app. Terms and conditions apply.

Questions before you download? Write to us at info@lumifin.io and a human will get back to you.