What payment methods are available on 1688?
1688 offers several payment options for international buyers, including World Card, WorldFirst Payments, and World Pay.
Which WorldFirst payment option should I use?
World Card, WorldFirst Payments and World Pay are all available on 1688, but they work differently:
- World Card works like a standard card payment and is the quickest and most familiar option for most users.
- WorldFirst Payments uses your USD balance and does not require account binding, making setup faster and simpler.
- World Pay settles payments in CNH and requires Alipay verification and account binding to 1688.
How to pay with WorldFirst Payments?
When checking out on 1688, ensure USD is selected as your payment currency and choose WorldFirst as your payment method.
For your first payment with WorldFirst, log in using your World Account credentials, and ensure USD balance in your account.
Review your order details, complete the authorisation process, and verify your identity with a one-time password (OTP).
After your first successful transaction, your World Account will automatically appear as a saved payment option during future 1688 checkouts. Simply complete OTP verification and pay.
Are there any payment limits when using WorldFirst payments on 1688?
No, there are no payment limits with WorldFirst payments, as this payment option is designed to support business sourcing needs.
Do I have to bind my World Account to 1688 to make these payments?
No. There is no account binding required before checkout. Simply log in to your World Account to make your first payment. After a successful transaction, your World Account will automatically be recognised during future 1688 checkouts, allowing you to complete payments with OTP verification.
What happens if I do not have enough funds in my World Account?
If your World Account does not have sufficient funds to complete the payment, the transaction will fail and you will be redirected to a payment failure page, where you will be prompted to make a repayment.
How many 1688 accounts can my World Account link to?
A single World Account can be linked to up to 20 different 1688 accounts, allowing businesses to manage payments across multiple purchasing accounts.
How long does it take to for my payments to reach the suppliers?
Payments are processed almost instantly.
Is my payment secure?
Yes. Payments are processed through WorldFirst’s regulated payment infrastructure and include identity verification measures such as OTP authentication.
