Ban on AliPay Use: New Restrictions on Financial Transactions for US Persons.
This bill introduces a complete prohibition on all financial transactions involving AliPay for US persons. This means US citizens, permanent residents, and anyone physically present in the United States will be unable to use AliPay's applications or payment processing services. The consequence is the need to find alternative payment methods, especially for international trade or money transfers.
Key points
Total ban on using AliPay applications and payment services for all individuals and entities defined as US persons.
The prohibition applies to citizens, permanent residents, and anyone physically present in the United States.
The restriction covers broadly defined financial transactions, including wire transfers and the use of monetary instruments, affecting daily financial operations.
Introduced
Additional Information
Print number: 119_S_3037
Sponsor: Sen. Scott, Rick [R-FL]
Process start date: 2025-10-23