Mercado Pago Pix in Brazil adds and makes it easier for Argentine tourists to pay in pesos

Mercado Pago will enable payment via Pix in Brazil for Argentine users. This function will allow you to pay for purchases in Riyals using peso credit from the app

11/26/2025 – 12:50 pm

Mercado Pago activates payments with Pix in Brazil and Argentine tourists will be able to buy in pesos

Looking forward to the peak season, Payment market It will include a main option for those who choose Brazil As a summer destination: Starting in the next few weeks, users will be able to pay at Brazilian businesses using pixel Directly from your Argentine digital account. The tool allows you to cancel consumption in reals using the available balance in pesos, without resorting to cash, cards or exchange offices.

“job”Pay using Bix“It will gradually appear in the application and will present a process similar to the one that Argentines already use in their daily lives. All you have to do is scan QR code or download Pix key To complete the deal.

Since it is the most widespread instant payment system in Brazil, it will be available in stores, bars, restaurants and businesses of different sizes.

A launch that accompanies the tourism boom

This announcement comes amid a strong recovery in Argentine tourism to Brazil. Imperator’s numbers show that, From January to October, more than 2.9 million Argentines traveled to the neighboring countrya jump of 85% compared to the same section in 2024. In the summer of 2025/2026, a 31.6% growth in air communications is also expected.

“We continue to facilitate payments for people when they travel abroad. With this new solution, they will be able to use the same app of their choice every day for their purchases in Brazil. “This functionality has been highly requested by our users because Brazil is one of the favorite destinations of Argentinians when planning their vacations.”He mentioned Alejandro MelhemSenior Vice President of Mercado Pago for Latin America.

Regional expansion and new integrations

The integration of Pix adds to the other functions activated in the region. Today, those who travel to Uruguay You can now pay in stores by scanning Mercado Bajo QRwhile Brazilian visitors have the possibility to pay with Pix in Argentine establishments that use the terminal Point Smart. The goal is to expand interoperability between payment systems and simplify the tourist experience.

How will paying with Pix from the app work?

The company ensures that the process is simple and secure, in addition to allowing clearer control of holiday expenses. This will be step by step:

  1. Open Mercado Pago and choose QR on the home screen or the “Pay with Pix” button, which also appears in “See more”.
  2. Scan the merchant code or enter the Pix key.
  3. The application will display the amount in Real and its direct equivalent in Argentine Peso.
  4. Confirmation of transaction: Payment is deducted immediately from the available balance.

Mercado Pago credit limit: how to activate installments without a card

Payment market He is one of Wallets with the largest number of users in our country. The reasons are many, from full integration with Free market Even possibility Get returns on your money This is taken into account.

Another notable feature is the discounts that can be obtained Access to certain companies and/or products. However, one of the functions that has gained the most popularity recently is the possibility of it Payment in interest-free installments.

he Procedures for activating installments without a card You have to go to the department.”Activate credit limit“.To do this, one must Confirm phone number and verify identity for security. after Enable line of creditThe user has a credit limit.

The amount is the limit that can be used for Purchases in installments without a card. It is worth noting that If credit is used properlyBy paying installments on time, this limit may improve over time.

the Line of credit Serves for:

  • Buy at Mercado Libre with Mercado Pago
  • Some payments within Mercado Pago
  • Use it at businesses that accept Mercado Pago

Likewise, it is possible Request the credit so that it is added directly to your Mercado Pago balance. In this case, the funds can be transferred to your own account or to a third party, Pay for services, recharge your cell phone or higheramong other possibilities.