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Cards

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Alternative Payments

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*** # Cards ## Brands ### Meeza Meeza is a debit and also prepaid card. People can use the Meeza card without the need to open a bank account. Shopping online, making transfers, and paying for different government and private-sector services are some of the merits granted to Meeza holders. Notably, Meeza is the National Payment Scheme (NPS) of Egypt which is developed by EBC under the supervision of the Central Bank of Egypt. ## Capabilities | | Visa Credit | Visa Debit | Mastercard Credit | Mastercard Debit | Meeza | | :---------------------------- | :------------------------------------------ | :------------------------------------------ | :------------------------------------------ | :------------------------------------------ | :------------------------------------------ | | **Minimum amount** | 5 EGP | 5 EGP | 5 EGP | 5 EGP | 5 EGP | | **Refunds** | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | | **Recurring** | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | No | | **Chargeback option** | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | | **Chargeback Dispute option** | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | | **Descriptor** | Can be personalized, depending on provider. | Can be personalized, depending on provider. | Can be personalized, depending on provider. | Can be personalized, depending on provider. | Can be personalized, depending on provider. | ## How to process Card Payments? Learn how to process payments with credit and debit cards with dLocal in our [Card Payments](https://docs.dlocal.com/docs/card-payments) section.
*** # Alternative Payment Method ## Fawry Fawrys is the Leading Egyptian Digital Transformation & E-Payments Platform. Fawry offers a convenient and reliable way to pay bills and other services in multiple channels (online, using ATMs, mobile wallets, and retail points). Despite being able to pay online, most Egyptians will still pay through an offline location. ### Capabilities | | Fawry | | :--------------------------------- | :------------------------- | | **Min. amount** | 5 EGP | | **Max. expiration time supported** | 30 days | | **Notification delay** | Immediate | | **Refunds** | Yes | | **Flow** | `DIRECT`
`REDIRECT` | ### Request Parameters | Property | Type | Description | Mandatory? | | :-------------------- | :----- | :--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | :--------- | | `amount` | Number | Amount to be charged. | Yes | | `currency` | String | `EGP`

Transaction currency in [ISO 4217](http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/ISO_4217). | Yes | | `country` | String | `EG`

Transaction country in [ISO 3166](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_ISO_3166_country_codes). | Yes | | `payment_method_id` | String | `FW`

ID of the selected payment method. | Yes | | `payment_method_flow` | String | `DIRECT` or `REDIRECT` | Yes | | `payer.name` | String | Name of the payer. | Yes | | `payer.email` | String | Email of the payer. | Yes | | `payer.document` | String | Document of the payer. | Yes | | `payer.phone` | String | Phone number of the payer. | No | | `order_id` | String | ID of the capture given by the merchant in their system. Think of it as an external ID of the capture. | No | | `notification_url` | String | Notifications will be sent in every change of status of a payment to the `notification_url` specified by the merchant. | No | ### Example ```json Example Request { "amount": 100, "currency": "EGP", "country": "EG", "payment_method_id": "FW", "payment_method_flow": "DIRECT", "payer": { "name": "Jane Doe", "email": "janedoe@mymail.com", "document": "12345678901234", "address": { "country": "EG", "state":"Cairo", "city": "Cairo", "zip_code": "8858", "street": "Main St.", "number": "540" } }, "order_id": "34545sk3483kqw0", "description": "Tshirt", "notification_url": "http://merchantsite.com/notification/new", "callback_url": "http://merchantsite.com/success_page" } ``` ```json Synchronous response example { "id": "D-4-9a9fq217-a596-4ccd-9ea5-2b3a2e059cae", "amount": 100, "currency": "EGP", "payment_method_id": "FW", "payment_method_type": "TICKET", "payment_method_flow": "DIRECT", "country": "EG", "bank_transfer": {}, "ticket": { "type": "REFERENCE_CODE", "number": "9204832859", "expiration_date": "2022-11-23T21:59:00.000+0000", "image_url": "https://pay.dlocal.com/gmf-apm/payments/M-5ea0d6a3-7df7-w2q8-9c1b-5aeae73a08a4", "amount": 100, "currency": "EGP" }, "created_date": "2022-11-19T16:22:01.000+0000", "status": "PENDING", "status_detail": "The payment is pending.", "status_code": "100", "order_id": "34545sk3483kqw0", "notification_url": "http://merchant.com/notification/new" } ``` ```json Asynchronous response example (Webhook) { "id": "D-4-9a9fq217-a596-4ccd-9ea5-2b3a2e059cae", "amount": 100, "status": "PAID", "status_detail": "The payment was paid.", "status_code": "200", "currency": "EGP", "country": "EG", "payment_method_id": "FW", "payment_method_type": "TICKET", "payment_method_flow": "DIRECT", "payer": { "name": "Jane Doe", "user_reference": "", "email": "janedoe@mymail.com" }, "ticket": { "type": "REFERENCE_CODE", "number": "9204832859", "expiration_date": "2022-11-23T21:59:00.000+0000", "image_url": "https://pay.dlocal.com/gmf-apm/payments/M-5ea0d6a3-7df7-w2q8-9c1b-5aeae73a08a4", "amount": 100, "currency": "EGP" }, "order_id": "34545sk3483kqw0", "description": "Tshirt", "notification_url": "http://merchant.com/notification/new", "callback_url": "http://merchantsite.com/success_page", "created_date": "2022-11-19T16:22:01.000+0000" } ``` ### Example ticket Example Fawry UI built with the information in the example above.

Example Fawry UI built with the information in the example above.

### User Interface Tips UI If you are using this payment method through a DIRECT integration, follow the tips below in order to make it easier for your customers to complete payments, boosting your conversion rates. | Element | Tip | | :----------------------- | :----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | | **Phone Number** | When user's phone is included in the API request, an SMS with basic payment information is sent to the user. It is **strongly recommended to ask and send user phone**, since it helps users to make the payment, increasing conversion rates. | | **Service Code** | It is important that you add this text **كود الخدمة: 788 (Service code: 788)**. This identifies the payment beneficiary and many times helps cashiers to find the payment on their system. | | **Currency and Amount** | Should be relevant elements in the ticket. Users need to have that information very clear. | | **EG Currency Symbol** | £ | | **Expiration date** | Display this element clear and visible enough. In Egypt, the date format is **DD/MM/YYYY** format. | | **Payment instructions** | Although most users are familiarized with Fawry, it is a good practice to help those who are not. In the image above there is an example of instructions, but if needed, our team will be happy to help you with more personalized instructions. | | **Store locator** | Link it to | | **Save button** | It helps users to have their tickets always on their phone, making it needless to take notes or keep the browser open. | | **Print button** | It is useful for some users who need to have their tickets printed. | ## Meeza Digital Network Meeza Digital Network serves millions of e-wallet users offering an easy, instant, and secured payment method. Utilizing mobile convenience, Meeza Digital connects e-wallets by various providers to enable instant transfers. ### Capabilities | | Meeza Digital Network | | :--------------------------------- | :-------------------- | | **Min. amount** | 5 EGP | | **Max. expiration time supported** | 1 day | | **Notification delay** | Immediate | | **Refunds** | Yes | | **Flow** | `REDIRECT` | ### UX Flow The screenshots illustrate a generic Wallet redirect flow. The specifics of the flow can change depending on the payment method selected to complete the transaction.

The screenshots illustrate a generic Wallet redirect flow. The specifics of the flow can change depending on the payment method selected to complete the transaction.

### Request Parameters | Property | Type | Description | Mandatory? | | :-------------------- | :----- | :--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | :--------- | | `amount` | Number | Amount to be charged. | Yes | | `currency` | String | `EGP`

Transaction currency in [ISO 4217](http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/ISO_4217). | Yes | | `country` | String | `EG`

Transaction country in [ISO 3166](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_ISO_3166_country_codes). | Yes | | `payment_method_id` | String | `EW`

ID of the selected payment method. | Yes | | `payment_method_flow` | String | `REDIRECT` | Yes | | `payer.name` | String | Name of the payer. | Yes | | `payer.email` | String | Email of the payer. | Yes | | `payer.document` | String | Document of the payer. | Yes | | `payer.phone` | String | Phone number of the payer. | Yes | | `order_id` | String | ID of the capture given by the merchant in their system. Think of it as an external ID of the capture. | No | | `notification_url` | String | Notifications will be sent in every change of status of a payment to the `notification_url` specified by the merchant. | No | ### Examples ```json Request Example { "amount": 100, "currency": "EGP", "country": "EG", "payment_method_id": "EW", "payment_method_flow": "REDIRECT", "payer": { "name": "Jane Doe", "email": "mail@dlocal.com", "phone": "01128473926", "document": "12345678901234" }, "order_id": "34545sk3483kqw0", "description": "Tshirt", "notification_url": "http://merchantsite.com/notification/new", "callback_url": "http://merchantsite.com/success_page" } ``` ```json Synchronous Response Example { "id": "R-4-70b68e57-fr54-42e7-af95-e0833358d62f", "amount": 100, "currency": "EGP", "payment_method_id": "EW", "payment_method_type": "BANK_TRANSFER", "payment_method_flow": "REDIRECT", "country": "EG", "created_date": "2023-01-24T14:09:53.000+0000", "status": "PENDING", "status_detail": "The payment is pending.", "status_code": "100", "order_id": "34545sk3483kqw0", "description": "Tshirt", "notification_url": "http://merchant.com/notification/new", "redirect_url": "https://pay.dlocal.com/gmf-apm/payments-redirect/M-5770b9f9-1bf7-4069-8a0e-51b3322s42801" } ``` ```json Asynchronous Response Example { "id": "R-4-70b68e57-fr54-42e7-af95-e0833358d62f", "amount": 100, "currency": "EGP", "payment_method_id": "EW", "payment_method_type": "BANK_TRANSFER", "payment_method_flow": "REDIRECT", "country": "EG", "created_date": "2023-01-24T14:12:57.000+0000", "status": "PAID", "status_detail": "The payment was paid.", "status_code": "200", "order_id": "34545sk3483kqw0", "description": "Tshirt", "notification_url": "http://merchantsite.com/notification/new" } ``` ## ValU ValU is a popular Buy Now Pay Later (BNPL) payment method in Egypt that enables shoppers to split the cost of their purchases into monthly installments ranging from 3 to 60 months. Depending on the merchant and the offer, the installments can be interest-free or interest-bearing. Some plans may require a down payment at the time of purchase, and the remaining balance is paid over the selected installment period. ### Capabilities | | ValU | | :--------------------------------- | :-------------------------------------- | | **Min. amount** | 50 EGP | | **Max. amount** | Subject to customer's ValU credit limit | | **Max. expiration time supported** | 15 Minutes | | **Notification delay** | Immediate | | **Refunds** | Yes (Full and Partial) | | **Multiple partial refunds** | Yes | | **Flow** | `REDIRECT` | ### Installment plans ValU offers flexible installment options that the customer selects during checkout. The available plans depend on the merchant agreement and the customer's credit profile.
| Plan | Plan
Monthly Payment | | :------------- | :----------------------------------------- | | 1-3 months | 0% (on select merchant offers) | | 3-6 months | 10% -15% (varies by merchant/user profile) | | 6 to 60 months | Approximately 2.5% per month | ### UX Flow

### Request Parameters | Property | Type | Description | Mandatory? | | :----------------------- | :----- | :--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | :--------- | | `amount` | Number | Amount to be charged. | Yes | | `currency` | String | `EGP`
Transaction currency in [ISO 4217](http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/ISO_4217). | Yes | | `country` | String | `EG`

Transaction country in [ISO 3166](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_ISO_3166_country_codes). | Yes | | `payment_method_id` | String | `VU`

ID of the selected payment method. | Yes | | `payment_method_flow` | String | `REDIRECT` | Yes | | `payer.name` | String | Name of the payer. | Yes | | `payer.phone` | String | Phone number with EG prefix +20 | No | | `payer.email` | String | Email of the payer. | No | | `payer.document` | String | Document of the payer. | No | | `payer.address.country` | String | `EG`
Country of the payer. | No | | `payer.address.state` | String | State of the payer. | No | | `payer.address.city` | String | City of the payer. | No | | `payer.address.zip_code` | Number | ZIP Code of the payer. | No | | `payer.address.street` | String | Street of the payer. | No | | `payer.address.number` | Number | Street number of the payer. | No | | `order_id` | String | ID of the capture given by the merchant in their system. Think of it as an external ID of the capture. | Yes | | `callback_url` | String | URL to redirect the customer after completing or canceling the payment. | Yes | | `notification_url` | String | Notifications will be sent in every change of status of a payment to the `notification_url` specified by the merchant. | No | ### Examples ```json Request example { "amount": 2000, "currency": "EGP", "country": "EG", "payment_method_id": "VU", "payment_method_flow": "REDIRECT", "payer": { "name": "Ahmed Hassan", "email": "ahmed.hassan@email.com", "document": "12345678901234", "address": { "country": "EG", "state": "Cairo", "city": "Cairo", "zip_code": "11511", "street": "El Tahrir St.", "number": "42" } }, "order_id": "", "notification_url": "http://merchantsite.com/notification/new", "callback_url": "http://merchantsite.com/callback" } ``` ```json Response example { "id": "R-4-70b68e57-ab12-42e7-af95-e0833358d62f", "amount": 2000, "currency": "EGP", "payment_method_id": "VU", "payment_method_type": "TICKET", "payment_method_flow": "REDIRECT", "country": "EG", "created_date": "2026-03-02T14:09:53.000+0000", "status": "PENDING", "status_detail": "The payment is pending.", "status_code": "100", "order_id": "", "notification_url": "http://merchantsite.com/notification/new", "redirect_url": "https://pay.dlocal.com/gmf-apm/payments-redirect/M-f7c634d9-3d05-4658-abee-4d29305e4d85" } ``` ```text Asynchronous response example { "id": "R-4-70b68e57-ab12-42e7-af95-e0833358d62f", "amount": 2000, "currency": "EGP", "payment_method_id": "VU", "payment_method_type": "TICKET", "payment_method_flow": "REDIRECT", "country": "EG", "created_date": "2026-03-02T14:09:53.000+0000", "status": "PAID", "status_detail": "The payment was paid.", "status_code": "200", "order_id": "", "notification_url": "http://merchantsite.com/notification/new" } ```