Malaysia – June 3, 2026 — Mastercard has introduced Phone. Passport. Mastercard., a new regional travel campaign designed to make exploring Southeast Asia more seamless, convenient and rewarding for travellers. Built around a simple travel promise — that travellers only need their phone, passport and Mastercard to unlock more experiences — the initiative aims to enhance cross-border journeys across Indonesia, Malaysia, Singapore, Thailand, the Philippines and Vietnam.

The campaign brings together more than 300 exclusive offers covering dining, shopping, accommodation, transportation and travel experiences. Developed in collaboration with issuing banks and merchant networks across the region, Phone. Passport. Mastercard. enables travellers to enjoy greater value whether they are planning spontaneous getaways, weekend trips or regional adventures within ASEAN.

As short-haul travel continues to gain popularity, Mastercard is helping travellers enjoy smoother journeys by combining trusted payment solutions, widespread acceptance and travel-focused benefits. From paying for transportation after arriving at a destination, enjoying meals at local restaurants, shopping at retail destinations or booking accommodation, travellers can use their Mastercard with greater confidence throughout their journey.

Behind every transaction, Mastercard’s advanced security technologies, including tokenisation, multi-factor authentication and fraud monitoring systems, help protect payment information and provide secure, reliable transactions across borders. These digital solutions allow travellers to focus less on payment concerns and spend more time experiencing the culture, food and attractions that make each destination unique.

Beyond enhancing the traveller experience, the Phone. Passport. Mastercard. campaign also supports Southeast Asia’s wider tourism ecosystem by helping merchants and travel partners connect with consumers across popular regional travel routes. With its combination of diverse cultures, accessible destinations and strong connectivity, Southeast Asia continues to be an attractive region for travellers seeking convenient and meaningful experiences.

According to Dheeraj Raina, Senior Vice President, Head of Integrated Marketing and Communications, Southeast Asia, Mastercard, the region offers some of the world’s most exciting travel experiences, from cultural discoveries and culinary adventures to natural attractions. He said the campaign aims to make regional travel feel more connected and accessible while helping travellers discover local businesses and experiences along the way.

Running from May to December 2026, Phone. Passport. Mastercard. will be available across pre-travel and in-destination touchpoints throughout the six participating markets. Through its combination of digital payment innovation, exclusive offers and enhanced travel convenience, Mastercard hopes to remove barriers for travellers and encourage more people to explore the possibilities waiting across Southeast Asia.