| Product Code: ETC8838530 | Publication Date: Sep 2024 | Updated Date: Sep 2025 | Product Type: Market Research Report | |
| Publisher: 6Wresearch | Author: Ravi Bhandari | No. of Pages: 75 | No. of Figures: 35 | No. of Tables: 20 |
The market for contactless payment terminals in the Philippines is growing, supported by the increasing use of digital payments and the government`s push for a cashless economy. Retailers and service providers are adopting contactless terminals to offer convenient and secure payment options.
The contactless payment terminals market in the Philippines is expanding rapidly due to increasing digital payment adoption and government push towards cashless transactions. NFC-enabled devices and QR code payments are becoming standard in retail and service sectors. The convenience, speed, and hygiene benefits of contactless payments support strong growth, particularly in urban areas and among younger consumers.
Despite growing digital payment adoption, contactless payment terminals face challenges in infrastructure readiness, particularly in rural and underserved areas where merchants lack modern POS systems. Consumer trust and security concerns about contactless transactions persist. Integration with existing payment networks and ensuring interoperability are ongoing issues. Costs associated with terminal deployment and maintenance can be prohibitive for small merchants. Additionally, inconsistent internet connectivity can disrupt transaction reliability.
The accelerating shift toward cashless transactions in the Philippines fuels demand for contactless payment terminals. Investment in developing affordable, secure, and versatile payment devices compatible with NFC, QR codes, and mobile wallets can capture a significant share of retail and service sectors. Partnering with banks, fintech firms, and telecom providers to bundle payment solutions will accelerate deployment. Additionally, targeting micro and small enterprises with simplified payment acceptance solutions offers a vast untapped market.
The government promotes digital payments to drive financial inclusion, with the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) regulating contactless payment terminals for security, interoperability, and consumer protection. Initiatives encourage adoption of contactless payments in retail and services to reduce cash dependency, supported by cybersecurity standards.
1 Executive Summary |
2 Introduction |
2.1 Key Highlights of the Report |
2.2 Report Description |
2.3 Market Scope & Segmentation |
2.4 Research Methodology |
2.5 Assumptions |
3 Philippines Contactless Payment Terminals Market Overview |
3.1 Philippines Country Macro Economic Indicators |
3.2 Philippines Contactless Payment Terminals Market Revenues & Volume, 2021 & 2031F |
3.3 Philippines Contactless Payment Terminals Market - Industry Life Cycle |
3.4 Philippines Contactless Payment Terminals Market - Porter's Five Forces |
3.5 Philippines Contactless Payment Terminals Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Technology, 2021 & 2031F |
3.6 Philippines Contactless Payment Terminals Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Payment Method, 2021 & 2031F |
3.7 Philippines Contactless Payment Terminals Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Device, 2021 & 2031F |
3.8 Philippines Contactless Payment Terminals Market Revenues & Volume Share, By End-user Industry, 2021 & 2031F |
4 Philippines Contactless Payment Terminals Market Dynamics |
4.1 Impact Analysis |
4.2 Market Drivers |
4.2.1 Increasing adoption of digital payment methods in the Philippines |
4.2.2 Government initiatives promoting cashless transactions |
4.2.3 Growth in e-commerce and online shopping activities |
4.3 Market Restraints |
4.3.1 Lack of awareness and trust in contactless payment technology |
4.3.2 Infrastructure challenges in expanding contactless payment terminals |
4.3.3 Security concerns regarding data breaches and fraud |
5 Philippines Contactless Payment Terminals Market Trends |
6 Philippines Contactless Payment Terminals Market, By Types |
6.1 Philippines Contactless Payment Terminals Market, By Technology |
6.1.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.1.2 Philippines Contactless Payment Terminals Market Revenues & Volume, By Technology, 2021- 2031F |
6.1.3 Philippines Contactless Payment Terminals Market Revenues & Volume, By Bluetooth, 2021- 2031F |
6.1.4 Philippines Contactless Payment Terminals Market Revenues & Volume, By Infrared, 2021- 2031F |
6.1.5 Philippines Contactless Payment Terminals Market Revenues & Volume, By Carrier-based, 2021- 2031F |
6.1.6 Philippines Contactless Payment Terminals Market Revenues & Volume, By Wi-Fi, 2021- 2031F |
6.2 Philippines Contactless Payment Terminals Market, By Payment Method |
6.2.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.2.2 Philippines Contactless Payment Terminals Market Revenues & Volume, By Account-based, 2021- 2031F |
6.2.3 Philippines Contactless Payment Terminals Market Revenues & Volume, By Credit/Debit Card, 2021- 2031F |
6.2.4 Philippines Contactless Payment Terminals Market Revenues & Volume, By Stored Value, 2021- 2031F |
6.2.5 Philippines Contactless Payment Terminals Market Revenues & Volume, By Smart Card, 2021- 2031F |
6.3 Philippines Contactless Payment Terminals Market, By Device |
6.3.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.3.2 Philippines Contactless Payment Terminals Market Revenues & Volume, By Integrated POS, 2021- 2031F |
6.3.3 Philippines Contactless Payment Terminals Market Revenues & Volume, By mPOS, 2021- 2031F |
6.3.4 Philippines Contactless Payment Terminals Market Revenues & Volume, By PDA, 2021- 2031F |
6.3.5 Philippines Contactless Payment Terminals Market Revenues & Volume, By Unattended Terminal, 2021- 2031F |
6.3.6 Philippines Contactless Payment Terminals Market Revenues & Volume, By Contactless Reader, 2021- 2031F |
6.4 Philippines Contactless Payment Terminals Market, By End-user Industry |
6.4.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.4.2 Philippines Contactless Payment Terminals Market Revenues & Volume, By Retail, 2021- 2031F |
6.4.3 Philippines Contactless Payment Terminals Market Revenues & Volume, By Transportation, 2021- 2031F |
6.4.4 Philippines Contactless Payment Terminals Market Revenues & Volume, By Banking, 2021- 2031F |
6.4.5 Philippines Contactless Payment Terminals Market Revenues & Volume, By Government, 2021- 2031F |
6.4.6 Philippines Contactless Payment Terminals Market Revenues & Volume, By Healthcare, 2021- 2031F |
7 Philippines Contactless Payment Terminals Market Import-Export Trade Statistics |
7.1 Philippines Contactless Payment Terminals Market Export to Major Countries |
7.2 Philippines Contactless Payment Terminals Market Imports from Major Countries |
8 Philippines Contactless Payment Terminals Market Key Performance Indicators |
8.1 Number of transactions processed through contactless payment terminals |
8.2 Growth in the number of merchants accepting contactless payments |
8.3 Percentage increase in the usage of contactless payment terminals among consumers |
9 Philippines Contactless Payment Terminals Market - Opportunity Assessment |
9.1 Philippines Contactless Payment Terminals Market Opportunity Assessment, By Technology, 2021 & 2031F |
9.2 Philippines Contactless Payment Terminals Market Opportunity Assessment, By Payment Method, 2021 & 2031F |
9.3 Philippines Contactless Payment Terminals Market Opportunity Assessment, By Device, 2021 & 2031F |
9.4 Philippines Contactless Payment Terminals Market Opportunity Assessment, By End-user Industry, 2021 & 2031F |
10 Philippines Contactless Payment Terminals Market - Competitive Landscape |
10.1 Philippines Contactless Payment Terminals Market Revenue Share, By Companies, 2024 |
10.2 Philippines Contactless Payment Terminals Market Competitive Benchmarking, By Operating and Technical Parameters |
11 Company Profiles |
12 Recommendations |
13 Disclaimer |
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