Can I use Square for pos & payments in Penang?

Square doesn't currently onboard businesses based in Malaysia. If your company is registered in one of its supported markets you can use it for that entity; otherwise a Globe multi-currency account (powered by WorldFirst) is available from Penang today.

Is Globe Digital Bank a bank in Malaysia?

No. Globe Digital Bank is a marketing platform, not a bank. Services are provided by regulated partners — such as Square — each licensed in the markets where they operate.

How do I get started from Penang?

Follow the link to Square, complete the online sign-up and verify your details digitally. Most setups are quick and require no branch visit.

Why does Globe recommend Square for Penang?

Square offers a strong balance of coverage, transparent pricing and a fast digital setup for taking in-person and online card payments, which makes it a practical choice for Penang.

Penang, Malaysia

POS & payments for Penang, powered by Square

For point of Sale & Card Payments in Penang, Malaysia, Globe Digital Bank recommends Square. Accept card payments in person and online, run a storefront, track inventory and manage bookings and reporting from a single point-of-sale platform. Open online and manage everything from one dashboard.

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Availability in Malaysia

Square doesn't yet let businesses based in Malaysia sign up directly. It currently operates in the United States, Canada, Australia, Japan, the United Kingdom, Ireland, France and Spain. If you run — or plan to register — a company in one of those markets, which is common for Penang founders selling to customers abroad, you can use Square for that entity. To hold and move Malaysian ringgit locally from Penang in the meantime, a Globe multi-currency account (powered by WorldFirst) works today.

What you get with Square

Transparent per-transaction pricing, no long lock-ins
Send digital invoices and get paid remotely
Real-time sales and cash-flow reporting
Accept chip, tap and mobile-wallet payments in person
Track inventory across in-person and online channels
Take payments online with a free storefront and checkout links

Who uses this in Penang

Retail & pop-ups

Take card and contactless payments in-store or on the go with a reader that syncs to your dashboard.

Services & appointments

Let clients book online, send reminders and take payment at checkout.

Online + in-person sellers

Run a free online store and physical POS from one inventory and one report.

Penang, Malaysia

Whether Penang is your home or your base for reaching Asia, point of Sale & Card Payments should be simple and fair. Square is built for exactly that — with pricing shown up front and no surprises.

POS & payments in Penang: FAQ

Can I use Square for pos & payments in Penang?: Square doesn't currently onboard businesses based in Malaysia. If your company is registered in one of its supported markets you can use it for that entity; otherwise a Globe multi-currency account (powered by WorldFirst) is available from Penang today.
Is Globe Digital Bank a bank in Malaysia?: No. Globe Digital Bank is a marketing platform, not a bank. Services are provided by regulated partners — such as Square — each licensed in the markets where they operate.
How do I get started from Penang?: Follow the link to Square, complete the online sign-up and verify your details digitally. Most setups are quick and require no branch visit.
Why does Globe recommend Square for Penang?: Square offers a strong balance of coverage, transparent pricing and a fast digital setup for taking in-person and online card payments, which makes it a practical choice for Penang.

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