JCB to Launch Contactless Tap-to-Ride Payments on Hanoi Metro

Under a memorandum of understanding (MoU) signed by the two companies, passengers will be able to pay metro fares by tapping their JCB contactless cards or compatible devices directly at station fare gates.

Contactless Payments to Simplify Metro Travel

The new service will allow passengers to travel without purchasing separate transit tickets or carrying cash. It is expected to make metro journeys more convenient, particularly for international visitors from Japan, South Korea, and Taiwan.

Travellers from these markets will be able to use their existing JCB payment cards or compatible devices when using Hanoi’s metro network.

Takumi Takahashi, Executive Vice President of JCB International, said the company was pleased to work with Hanoi Metro to introduce JCB transit services. He added that the initiative aims to improve convenience for JCB cardmembers and support the development of a modern, cashless public transport system in Vietnam.

JCB Expands Contactless Transit Services

Both companies will continue preparations ahead of the planned launch in early 2027.

The partnership is part of JCB’s broader efforts to expand contactless payments across public transport networks and support cashless transactions in Vietnam.

JCB has already introduced contactless transit payment services in other cities, including Taipei, Taichung, and Madrid. Hanoi Metro also supports Visa open-loop contactless payments, according to industry reports.

About JCB

JCB is a Japan-based global payment brand that provides payment services through credit cards and other payment solutions. Its international operations are managed by JCB International, which works with partners worldwide to expand payment acceptance and services for cardmembers.

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