New Era of Payments: International Pix Now Operates in the USA and Converts Dollar to Real

Written by Bruno Teles

Published on 24/07/2025 at 11:10

Pix Internacional chega aos EUA e permite compras em reais em lojas americanas

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System Launched by Brazilian Fintech Is Now Available in American Stores and Converts Values Automatically to Reais

The International Pix officially starts operating in the United States and will allow Brazilians to shop in American stores using reais. The news is the result of a partnership between the Brazilian fintech PagBrasil and the payment company Verifone, with direct integration into merchants’ card machines.

Now, when making a purchase in American territory, the Brazilian tourist will be able to scan a QR Code generated by the card machine and pay using the Brazilian bank’s app — with the amount already converted to reais, including fees such as the IOF, of 3.5%.

How Does the International Pix Work in American Stores?

New Era of Payments: International Pix Now Works in the U.S. and Converts Dollar to Real

The operation of the International Pix in the United States marks an unprecedented expansion of the payment system created by the Central Bank of Brazil. Previously, it was possible to use Pix in the U.S. only indirectly, at websites or establishments linked to Brazilian companies. With the new model, the American merchant enters the amount in dollars, and the system generates a QR Code with instant conversion to reais.

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Where Is the International Pix Already Available?

The International Pix is already available at points of sale in the United States, especially in tourist destinations such as New York and Florida. Verifone, which processes more than US$ 8 trillion a year, integrates the technology into its machines without the need for hardware updates. The company is present in 75% of the largest American retailers.

The expectation is that the use of the system will grow rapidly, especially with the approach of events such as the Club World Cup in 2025 and the World Cup in 2026, both hosted in the U.S. According to the U.S. Travel Association, more than 6 million foreign tourists are expected to visit the country during the World Cup.

International Expansion, Praise, and Controversies

The arrival of the International Pix in the U.S. occurs amid political criticism. President Donald Trump and the Office of the United States Trade Representative (USTR) opened an investigation claiming that Pix represents an unfair advantage, as it was developed by a state central bank.

On the other hand, economists like Paul Krugman praised the efficiency and low cost of Pix, classifying the system as an innovation that challenges traditional models of banks and card operators.

According to Ralf Germer, CEO of PagBrasil, the international acceptance of Pix is a response to the global demand for simpler and cheaper payment methods. For him, the agreement with Verifone puts Brazil at the forefront of digital payments and directly benefits both consumers and American retail.

Would you use the International Pix on a trip to the U.S.? Do you think this could replace the credit card? Share your opinion!

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New Era of Payments: International Pix Now Operates in the USA and Converts Dollar to Real

System Launched by Brazilian Fintech Is Now Available in American Stores and Converts Values Automatically to Reais

How Does the International Pix Work in American Stores?

Where Is the International Pix Already Available?

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How Does the International Pix Work in American Stores?

Where Is the International Pix Already Available?

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