1. Paying in RMB
Using World Pay (跨境宝）
World Pay is a payment service exclusively launched by WorldFirst in collaboration with 1688, providing international buyers (outside mainland China) with a one-stop cross-border payment solution.
Advantages:
- Secure: An official payment method jointly introduced by Ant Group and 1688, ensuring fund safety and compliance.
- Fast: Transactions are completed within minutes on 1688.
- Convenient: Supports topping up your WorldFirst account in USD, EUR, GBP, JPY, and 20+ other currencies, then paying 1688 orders in RMB with competitive exchange rates to maximize your profit. No payment limits — pay in foreign currencies without annual FX quotas, and no limit on 1688 platform payments.
Requirements:
- Register a WorldFirst account and complete identity verification.
- Register an Alipay account and complete identity verification.
- Log in to 1688 using your Alipay account.
- Link your 1688 ID to WorldFirst.
- Top up your WorldFirst account with sufficient funds.
Using Alipay
Alipay is a globally leading digital payment platform, widely used for online shopping. It offers convenient, secure, and innovative payment and financial services, delivering an efficient and reliable digital lifestyle experience for users worldwide.
Advantages: Free, secure, and fast
- Free: No fees are charged for paying 1688 orders via Alipay.
- Secure: Backed by Ant Group, Alipay leverages robust resources and expertise, ensuring exceptional security.
- Fast: Payments are completed within minutes.
Requirements:
- Register a 1688 account.
- Create an Alipay account and complete identity verification.
- Open a Chinese mainland bank account (difficult for international users).
- Link the bank account to Alipay or top up Alipay to ensure sufficient balance.
2. Paying in foreign currencies (E.g. USD)
*Note: only available when accessing 1688 from a Non-Mainland China IP
Using WorldFirst Balance
A payment service provided by WorldFirst, offering international buyers (outside mainland China) a one-stop cross-border payment solution for 1688.
Advantages:
- Convenience: Fast transactions — payments on 1688 are completed within minutes.
Requirements:
- Minimum order amount of ¥1,000 RMB to use this payment method
- Register and complete identity verification on WorldFirst.
- Register and complete identity verification on 1688.
- Top up your WorldFirst account to ensure sufficient balance.
Note: Paying with WorldFirst balance requires a 1688 ID but does not require an Alipay account.
Using Credit/Debit Card
Supports payments via VISA and MasterCard credit/debit cards.
Advantages:
- Convenience: Most international buyers already have credit/debit cards — simply link them to 1688 for seamless payments.
Requirements:
- Possess a VISA or MasterCard credit/debit card.
- Register a 1688 account.
- Link the card to your 1688 account.
Fee:
- 3%
Why Choose World Pay for 1688 Purchases?
World Pay is the official cross-border payment solution co-developed by 1688 and WorldFirst, designed specifically for international buyers outside Mainland China. It provides a secure, transparent, and hassle-free way to pay on 1688 — without the complexities of traditional payment methods.
The Challenges with Other Payment Options
- Alipay: Requires a Chinese mainland bank account, which is difficult for foreign buyers to obtain.
- Credit/Debit Cards: Typically incur high fees, increasing procurement costs.
- Bank Transfers: Slow processing times and potential hidden charges.
Why World Pay Is the Smarter Choice
✅ No Chinese Bank Account Needed – Pay directly in USD, EUR, GBP, or other major currencies, while suppliers receive RMB.
✅ Lower Transaction Costs – Competitive FX rates with no hidden fees, unlike credit card surcharges.
✅ Seamless 1688 Integration – Official partnership ensures smooth, secure transactions with full compliance.
✅ Faster Procurement – Eliminates payment barriers, accelerating order fulfillment.
With World Pay, international buyers enjoy a frictionless purchasing experience, maximizing efficiency and cost savings.
What can World Pay Do?
World Pay empowers international buyers to shop seamlessly on 1688 by enabling payments in mainstream global currencies. As an official payment solution co-developed by 1688 and WorldFirst, we eliminate cross-border procurement barriers with a secure, compliant, and cost-efficient payment process.
Our mission is to simplify global trade — reducing transaction costs, accelerating purchasing efficiency, and providing full transparency so buyers can focus on sourcing the best products, not payment hurdles.
Key advantages include:
- End-to-end compliance: Direct 1688 integration with verified fund flows
- Competitive FX rates: Lower costs with transparent fee structures
- Borderless convenience: Pay in USD/EUR/GBP and more without a Chinese bank account
- Unlimited payment flexibility: Support for high-value wholesale orders
Built for B2B buyers who demand reliability, World Pay turns cross-border payments from a challenge into your competitive edge.
