Payments
eSewa, COD and QR payments for an online store
Understand the role of eSewa, Cash on Delivery and manual QR payment in a Nepali online-store checkout.
The short answer
Nepali online stores commonly reduce checkout friction by offering Cash on Delivery alongside a configured digital option such as eSewa or manual QR payment. Each method needs a clear confirmation and verification workflow.
Cash on Delivery
COD lets the customer place an order without paying online. The merchant should still confirm the order, verify the delivery details and track its status. Courier or return costs remain part of the merchant’s operating model.
eSewa checkout
When eSewa is configured, a customer can complete the provider’s payment flow and return to the store for verification. Merchants should rely on verified payment status rather than a message or screenshot alone.
Manual QR payment
A manual QR option sends money to the receiving account chosen by the merchant. Submitted evidence should remain pending until the merchant verifies the actual transaction. Uploading a screenshot is not proof that funds were received.
Choosing the right combination
Offer fewer, dependable methods rather than every possible logo. Explain when an order is confirmed, whether prepayment is required and how the buyer will be contacted if verification fails.
Frequently asked questions
Does enabling a QR image automatically verify payment?
No. Manual QR evidence requires merchant review against the receiving account.
Is COD an online payment?
No. COD is an order-payment arrangement in which collection normally happens during delivery.
Can a store offer more than one payment method?
Yes. Merchants should enable only the methods they have configured and can support operationally.