BI Expands QRIS Tap Contactless Payment System to 14 Provinces

Rapid Adoption in Transportation and Retail Sectors

Bank Indonesia (BI) has successfully expanded its QRIS Tap contactless payment system to 14 provinces since its launch in March 2025. The innovative payment solution has demonstrated significant traction in both transportation and retail sectors, processing 252,000 transactions with a total value of Rp13.8 billion over seven months.

Key Growth Metrics

• 1.1 million merchants have adopted QRIS Tap for payment processing
• 252,000 transactions processed through the system
• Total transaction value reaches Rp13.8 billion
• Implemented across 14 provinces, showing broad regional adoption

BI's Perspective on QRIS Tap Growth

BI Deputy Governor Filianingsih Hendrata highlighted the rapid growth of QRIS Tap, particularly in transportation and retail sectors. According to Hendrata, the continued expansion of QRIS Tap demonstrates the system's effectiveness in enhancing Indonesia's digital payment infrastructure. The growth is expected to continue as more regions implement the technology.

Impact on Digital Payments Landscape

The expansion of QRIS Tap represents a significant step forward in Indonesia's digital payment ecosystem. By promoting contactless transactions, BI aims to improve transaction efficiency and reduce cash dependency. The success of QRIS Tap in various provinces suggests a positive outlook for Indonesia's digital financial infrastructure development.