GLN International, a subsidiary of Hana Bank under Hana Financial Group, announced the expansion of its overseas QR cash withdrawal service channels across Japan, Vietnam, and Laos, enhancing convenience for international travellers.
A key highlight of this expansion is the increase in supported partner app channels in Japan. In particular, the addition of major domestic partner apps, including Kakao Pay, one of the most widely used mobile payment apps in Korea, which is also widely used by Korean travellers visiting Japan, is expected to significantly improve accessibility for travellers.
Travellers visiting Japan can withdraw local currency using the QR cash withdrawal service through seven GLN-connected apps—Kakao Pay, Toss, Purple GLN, Hana OneQ, KB Star Banking, Hana Money, and Hana Pay—at Seven Bank ATMs nationwide, including in 7-Eleven convenience stores and airports. In addition, QR payments are also available at a wide range of merchants, including convenience stores, clothing retailers, and health and beauty stores.
Travellers to Vietnam and Laos can also access the QR cash withdrawal service through six GLN-connected apps: Toss, Purple GLN, Hana OneQ, KB Star Banking, Hana Money, and Hana Pay. Withdrawals are available via BIDV ATMs in Vietnam and BCEL ATMs in Laos, allowing users to conveniently access local currency in each country.
Suk Lee, CEO of GLN, said, “With the expansion of QR cash withdrawal services across Japan, Vietnam, and Laos, more travellers can now conveniently withdraw cash overseas using familiar domestic apps. We will continue to lead in delivering simple withdrawal experiences that eliminate the need for currency exchange or physical cards.”
As part of its broader global expansion, GLN International has established partnerships with overseas financial platforms, including Moreta Pay (North America), DeCard App (Singapore), and Taishin Bank (Taiwan region), enabling local users to access cross-border QR payment services through their home-market apps.