Thomas Cook (India) Limited has teamed up with Mastercard and Google Pay to offer a revolutionary solution for international travelers seeking seamless and secure payment options. This innovative collaboration allows Indian travelers to make contactless cross-border payments directly from their mobile devices, eliminating the need for physical cards or cash. With this integration, users can pay effortlessly for accommodation, transport, dining, shopping, and more, while enjoying enhanced security through tokenization and global acceptance at over 270 million Mastercard merchant locations worldwide.
Thomas Cook (India) Limited, a pioneer in omnichannel forex services, has introduced a cutting-edge feature that transforms how Indian travelers make international payments. In collaboration with Google Pay and Mastercard, Thomas Cook now offers contactless cross-border payments, allowing customers to make secure and convenient transactions abroad directly from their mobile devices.
With the rise in international travel for business, leisure, and education, the demand for seamless, tech-enabled payment solutions has never been higher. Thomas Cook’s latest innovation answers this need, enabling users to pay for a variety of services such as accommodation, transportation, dining, shopping, and more—without the need to carry physical cards or cash. This eliminates the stress of worrying about lost or stolen cards and the inconvenience of emergency cash requirements while abroad.
The contactless Tap-and-Pay functionality is available across Thomas Cook’s range of prepaid forex cards, including Borderless Travel, One Currency, Study Buddy, and EnterpriseFX. Customers simply add their chosen forex card to Google Pay, and they can enjoy fast, secure, and hassle-free payments, whether online or in-store. The added layer of security comes in the form of tokenization, which replaces sensitive card details with a secure code, ensuring every transaction is encrypted and safe from unauthorized access.
One of the standout features of this service is its global reach. With Mastercard’s extensive network of over 270 million merchant locations worldwide, Thomas Cook’s customers can make payments almost anywhere, whether they’re shopping in local stores or booking services online. This level of accessibility ensures that travelers can enjoy their trips without the hassle of managing physical money or constantly worrying about the safety of their cards.
Key Benefits of the New Service:
- Seamless Integration: Easily add Thomas Cook’s forex prepaid cards to Google Pay for a smooth, user-friendly experience.
- Contactless Transactions: Make quick, secure payments with a simple tap on your mobile device—no need for physical cards.
- Enhanced Security: Enjoy an extra layer of protection with tokenization, safeguarding your sensitive payment details throughout your travels.
- Global Access: Make payments at over 270 million Mastercard locations and online retailers worldwide, without worrying about currency exchange or local restrictions.
- No Need for Physical Cards: Say goodbye to the risk of losing your card, or the stress of emergency cash, as everything can be managed directly from your mobile device.
This move from Thomas Cook (India) marks a significant shift in the way international payments are handled, offering a simpler, safer, and more efficient experience for travelers. As more Indians travel globally, this innovation provides a convenient and secure solution for managing money on the go, ensuring customers can focus on enjoying their journeys without the burden of traditional payment methods. By eliminating the need for cash or physical cards, Thomas Cook is setting a new standard in cross-border payment solutions, further solidifying its position as a leader in the Indian forex market.
Mr. Deepesh Varma, Executive Vice President – Foreign Exchange, Thomas Cook (India) Limited said, “Today’s Indian traveller demands simple, real-time and secure digital solutions for their overseas payments. We are delighted to lead the charge in embracing digital innovation via the launch of our contactless payment solutions in collaboration with Google Pay and Mastercard. This collaboration combines the domain expertise of Thomas Cook (foreign exchange), the tech prowess of Google Pay and Mastercard’s global payment network. We have built a powerful, borderless payment ecosystem that perfectly aligns with India’s new-age traveller seeking frictionless experiences across the world.
This innovation underscores our commitment to driving digital adoption, strengthening security and delivering seamless access — reiterating Thomas Cook’s leadership in India’s cross-border payments space.”
Mr. Ravi Datla, Senior Vice President, Products and Solutions, South Asia at Mastercard, said, “Mastercard is at the forefront of transforming the travel experience for its cardholders through innovative and secure payment solutions. The seamless integration of Thomas Cook’s forex prepaid cards with Google Pay underscores our commitment to supporting contactless, tokenized, and globally accessible payment solutions. This new offering eliminates the need to carry physical cards—reducing the stress of loss or theft and removing the inconvenience of replacements or emergency cash. With enhanced security and access to millions of merchant locations worldwide, Mastercard continues to empower travellers to explore with greater confidence, convenience, and peace of mind.”
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