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Nequi for Shopify merchants targeting Colombia

Increase Colombia checkout conversion with Nequi

Nequi allows merchants to cater to Colombian consumers by offering a popular local payment method.

Built for stronger local trust and smoother checkout in Colombia.

As a digital wallet, Nequi is tailored for the Colombian market, providing merchants with a localized payment solution. It supports full refunds but does not offer recurring or one-click payment features.

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Nequi payment method guide for Shopify merchants targeting CO

Trusted Colombia Payment Method

Colombia focusLocal favouriteHigh conversion in Colombia

Payment Method Details

Market Fit

Primary marketColombia
Consumer currencyCOP
Merchant availabilityColombia

Capabilities

Refund supportSupports full refunds only.
Recurring supportNot supported
Settlement currencyCOP

Colombia focus

Strong local relevance for merchants targeting Colombia.

Standard coverage

Standard payment coverage without an additional assurance layer.

Secure authentication

Uses a secure flow to complete the customer payment step.

Digital Wallet positioning

Digital Wallet with strong domestic checkout fit for Colombia.

PCI-aware payment infrastructure
Secure bank authentication
No unnecessary card-detail exposure

Conversion insight

Why Nequi can improve local checkout performance

A local payment method can remove hesitation at the final payment step. For merchants selling into Colombia, the gain is usually less about adding another button and more about matching buyer expectation, pricing context, and local checkout trust.

Market fit

Colombia

Designed for local checkout familiarity in Colombia.

Currency readiness

COP

Supports local pricing expectations and payment operations.

Checkout confidence

Standard

Built to reduce friction and improve payment trust at the final step.

Payment stack strategy

Local + global balance

The strongest setup usually combines a trusted local method with broader international coverage. For Colombia, that often means leading with Nequi while keeping cards and PayPal available for wider buyer preference coverage.

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What Nequi is

Nequi is a digital wallet service designed for the Colombian market.

Nequi serves as a digital wallet, enabling consumers in Colombia to make online purchases conveniently.

While it supports full refunds, it does not offer features like recurring payments or one-click checkout, which may limit its use for subscription-based services.

Colombian Market Focus

Nequi is specifically tailored for consumers in Colombia.

Digital Wallet

It functions as a digital wallet, allowing for easy online transactions.

Full Refund Support

Merchants can process full refunds through Nequi.

Why Nequi matters

Nequi's integration can be crucial for merchants targeting Colombian consumers.

Local Market Penetration

Nequi helps merchants reach Colombian consumers effectively.

Trusted Payment Method

Being a popular local option, it builds consumer trust.

Easy Refund Process

Supports full refunds, simplifying return management.

Digital Wallet Convenience

Offers a seamless payment experience for users.

How Nequi works

Nequi facilitates payments through a straightforward digital wallet flow.

1

Customer selects the method

The customer chooses Nequi as their payment method during checkout.

2

Authentication and Payment

The customer authenticates their Nequi account and confirms the payment.

3

Transaction Processing

The payment is processed through Nequi's secure system.

4

Merchant receives confirmation

The merchant receives a confirmation of the payment, completing the transaction.

When to use Nequi

Nequi is best suited for merchants targeting specific market needs.

Ideal scenarios

  • Colombian market
  • Digital-first businesses
  • Merchants needing full refund support

Not ideal

  • Merchants needing recurring or subscription-based billing
  • Checkouts requiring a one-click saved-payment-method flow

Merchant considerations

Consider these factors before integrating Nequi.

Market Limitation

Primarily serves the Colombian market.

Feature Limitations

Lacks recurring and one-click payment features.

Refund Policy

Only supports full refunds, not partial.

Integration Complexity

Ensure compatibility with your current systems.

Consumer Familiarity

Popular among Colombian consumers, enhancing trust.

Compare Nequi with common alternatives

Nequi is the best choice when local checkout fit in Colombia matters more than generic international coverage.

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NequiBest choice
Colombia local sales
Pse
Pse coverage
Daviplata
Daviplata coverage

Integration pathway

Enable via your processor

Add the method through your payment service provider or processor configuration.

Connect it to Shopify checkout

Configure the Shopify-compatible payment flow so customers can see the method at checkout.

Optimise with CartDNA

Use CartDNA to prioritise local relevance, compare payment fit, and improve checkout performance.

Popular questions

Frequently asked questions about Nequi for Shopify

What is Nequi on Shopify?
Nequi is a digital wallet payment method available for Shopify merchants targeting the Colombian market.
Who should offer Nequi?
Merchants targeting Colombian consumers should consider offering Nequi.
Does Nequi support recurring payments?
No, Nequi does not support recurring payments.
Does Nequi support one-click checkout?
No, Nequi does not support one-click checkout.
What should merchants review before enabling Nequi?
Merchants should review their target market needs, integration capabilities, and refund policies before enabling Nequi.

Increase Colombia conversions with Nequi

Enable local payments and reduce checkout drop-off.

Integrating Nequi can enhance your payment options for Colombian consumers. CartDNA provides insights and tools to seamlessly incorporate Nequi into your Shopify store, ensuring a smooth transaction experience. Start optimising in minutes with your existing Shopify setup.