Recently, we acquired a client from the UAE and am researching Shopify payment methods to determine the best option for them. We discovered that payment gateways vary by region.
In the Middle East/UAE, Shopify Payments is not yet available, so store owners rely on third-party gateways, digital wallets, and Cash on Delivery (COD) options.
We found the following data in my research, which might be helpful if you or your client are considering starting an e-commerce business in the Middle East.
- International Third-Party Payment Gateways: 2Checkout, Checkout.com
- Locally Popular Third-Party Payment Gateways: Telr, PayTabs
- Digital Wallets: Apple Pay, Google Pay, Samsung Pay
- PayPal: Not as widely preferred as local options
- Cryptocurrency: Some third-party gateways, like CoinPayments, allow Shopify stores to accept cryptocurrency.