About 6% less than a foreign card.
Indicative comparison on 22 Sep 2026, for a USD-funded 100,000 ARS QR payment. At Peanut's quote it cost 6.02% less than at a Visa quote plus an assumed 3% issuer fee. Not a live result. Card fees and exchange rates vary.
$1 = 1,625.57 ARS
The Peanut pay screen: paying Parrilla La Esquina ARS 120,000, about USD 73.82, at 1 USD = 1,625.57 ARS. Peanut fee: Sponsored by Peanut!
On their screen, it's a normal Mercado Pago payment.
FAQ.
Do I need a Mercado Pago account or a local bank?
No. Verify once with your passport and a selfie, add dollars, then scan.
Which QRs can I pay?
Mercado Pago QRs. MODO and Cuenta DNI QRs aren't supported yet.
Is there a limit?
Up to USD 2,000 per payment. Monthly limits apply too.
How does it compare to my card?
Skip foreign card transaction fees. Pay by QR with Peanut. Card fees and exchange rates vary.
Peanut can't freeze
your account.
Scan it
The sticker you'll see at the till. Scan this one to get the app.
Verify with your passport before you land.