UnionPay

Here's an overview of how UnionPay works in relation to China Payments Plugin.

UnionPay is the largest card payment network in China and one of the largest in the world. Accepting UnionPay on your website allows you to offer Chinese customers a familiar and trusted card payment method directly on your checkout page.

Why Stripe + UnionPay?

Stripe supports UnionPay card payments, allowing you or your business to accept card payments from Chinese consumers who hold UnionPay-branded debit and credit cards. This integration works seamlessly through the Stripe API, just like WeChat Pay and Alipay.

Inline Card Entry

Unlike WeChat Pay (which uses a QR code) or Alipay (which redirects to the Alipay website), UnionPay card payments are entered directly on your checkout page. There is no redirect — customers enter their card number, expiration date, and CVC in a secure, Stripe-powered inline card form embedded in your WooCommerce checkout.

The inline card form is powered by Stripe Elements, which means card details are handled securely by Stripe and never touch your server. This keeps your checkout fully PCI compliant.

Supported Currencies

UnionPay card payments support a wide range of currencies through Stripe. The currency displayed at checkout will match your store's default currency. For the full list of supported currencies, refer to the Stripe documentation on UnionPay.

For more information, check our documentation on the UnionPay User Experience.