Hi there, @vn98346y . Thanks for taking the time to follow up on this thread, and for asking your question! At this time, we have no information to share in regards to when Shopify Payments may be made available in India. Our Teams are always working and looking into expanding Shopify Payments and it’s supported regions. Keep an eye out on our change log for any updates!
Topic summary
Shopify Payments Availability:
Shopify Payments is not available in India. Indian merchants must use third-party payment gateways to accept credit cards, which incur transaction fees based on the Shopify plan.
Payment Gateway Challenges:
- Popular providers (Razorpay, Paytm, PayU) are reportedly not accepting new customers, with some applications pending for 6+ months
- No timeline exists for when Shopify Payments will launch in India
Alternative Payment Options:
- Manual methods (Cash on Delivery, bank transfer, cheque) available without extra transaction fees
- PayPal and cryptocurrency (via Coinbase) are options, though with limitations
- Recommended gateways include CCAvenue, 2Checkout, and Stripe
Cross-Border Issue:
A USA-based merchant reports inability to accept payments from Indian customers despite Stripe (Shopify Payments’ provider) supporting India transactions. This affects access to a major market.
Status: The discussion remains unresolved, with multiple merchants seeking viable payment solutions and no official timeline for Shopify Payments expansion to India.