⚠️ Important · card restriction
This merchant does not accept the US Direct Card (MasterCard · retired). Use the recommended VISA cards below (Asia Elite Card or Global Business Card) for this tutorial.
US Direct Card has been retired; legacy holders should not attempt this merchant. See Restricted Merchant & Transaction Policy for full rules.
Recommended MPCard
This tutorial recommends using the Asia Elite Card (VISA · virtual · BIN 45659910) or Global Business Card (VISA · physical · BIN 45659910) to complete the subscription.
New cards are issued under BIN 45659910; early-issuance BIN 49372410 also works.
This merchant is restricted by MPCard risk-control rules: do not use the US Direct Card (MasterCard · virtual · BIN 52310074).
US Direct Card has been retired and is no longer issued; only legacy holders remain. This merchant rejects it regardless.
Full card rules: Restricted Merchant & Transaction Policy.
⚡ Quick Summary (TL;DR)
Recommended card: Asia Elite Card (virtual · BIN 45659910) or Global Business Card (physical · BIN 45659910)
Estimated time: 10–15 minutes
Key prerequisites: stable US residential IP + matching US billing address + sufficient card balance
Card declined? Check: ① Balance ≥ $7 ② IP matches billing region ③ Avoid rapid repeated retries
Last updated: 2026-04-25
📖 Overview
Grab is South-East Asia's leading ride / delivery / payments super-app (SG/MY/TH/ID/VN/PH/KH). GrabUnlimited starts at SGD 5.99 / RM 4.90 per month. Important: Grab is on the deny-list for MPChat US Direct Card (MC). You must use the Asia Elite Card (VISA · virtual) or Global Business Card (VISA · physical).
🔑 Prerequisites
A successful subscription hinges on three elements staying aligned: a compliant service account, a stable US IP, and a funded MPCard.
MPChat account ready
Install the official MPChat app, complete identity verification, and activate the wallet
Issue an Asia Elite Card (VISA); record the 16-digit card number, expiry and CVC
Network setup
Use a stable US residential IP; avoid public Wi-Fi, datacenter, or shared proxy IPs
Keep IP region consistent with the card and billing address to pass risk checks
Funding ready
Grab costs around $5/month; stock ~$15 in USDT to cover the $1 pre-auth and FX
Keep card balance ≥ $7 so the first charge is not blocked
📝 Step-by-Step Subscription Guide
Phase 1 - Prepare the MPCard
Top up USDT
Path: MPChat App → Wallet → Deposit- Copy your dedicated USDT deposit address- Send USDT from an external wallet or exchange- Wait for network confirmation (usually 5-15 minutes)
Issue an Asia Elite Card (VISA)
Path: MPChat App → MPCard → New Card- Card type: Asia Elite Card (VISA)- Generated instantly; save the card details
Move funds onto the card
Path: MPChat App → Wallet → Transfer- From: MP Wallet (USDT)- To: MPCard (USD)- Amount: at least $7 including the $1 verification buffer
Phase 2 - Grab Subscription Flow
In the Grab app: Account (top-left avatar) → Payment Methods
+ Add, then Credit / Debit Card
Enter Asia Elite Card (VISA · BIN 45659910) details
(Optional) Subscribe to GrabUnlimited: Home → GrabUnlimited → Subscribe (1-month free trial)
Confirm — done
Plan reference
Plan | Price | Best for |
Pay per ride | metered fare | Casual |
GrabUnlimited (SG) | SGD 5.99/mo | Free delivery + ride credits |
GrabUnlimited (MY) | from RM 4.90/mo | GrabFood / GrabMart deals |
Phase 3 - Payment Details (critical step)
Payment method: choose Credit Card, then click Add Payment Method
Card fields (from MPChat App → MPCard → Card details):
Card Number: 16-digit number- Expiry Date: MM/YY- CVC Code: 3-digit security code- Name on Card: Pinyin name recommended
Billing address: use a reputable US address generator; ensure the ZIP is valid:
Street: 1234 Maple Street- City: San Francisco- State: CA- ZIP Code: 94102- Country: United States
Verification & activation
Grab authorizes a $1 charge as verification (usually refunded immediately)
After payment succeeds the subscription goes Active right away
Sign in, test core features, and confirm the renewal cycle on the Billing page
⚠️ Notes & Troubleshooting
Service-specific notes
GrabUnlimited pricing varies by region: SG ≥ $5.99 / MY ≥ RM 4.90; settled in local currency and FX-converted to USD by MPCard
Grab does not operate in mainland China — this tutorial covers HK/Asia-Pac users travelling in SEA
Common payment failures
Error | Fix | Priority |
Card declined | Verify the three-in-one: US IP + Asia Elite Card + US billing address | ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ |
Address invalid | Regenerate a detailed real US address; ZIP must match State | ⭐⭐⭐⭐ |
IP flagged | Switch to a US residential IP; avoid datacenter or public proxies | ⭐⭐⭐⭐ |
Insufficient balance | Top up MPCard to at least $7 | ⭐⭐⭐ |
Subscription management
Check status: account page → Settings / Billing
Download invoice: receipts available on the Billing page
Upgrade / downgrade: change plan any time
Auto-renew: on by default, charged on the same day each month
Cancel: Settings → Billing → Cancel Subscription. Access continues through the end of the paid cycle.
Security reminders
Card protection: set a monthly spend limit on the MPCard to reduce fraud risk
Account security: enable two-factor authentication (2FA) on the Grab account
Network consistency: keep a US IP around renewal dates so the account is not flagged
❓ FAQ
How does Grab relate to GrabPay?
GrabPay is Grab's in-app wallet. After binding the MPCard, hit Top Up in GrabPay to push card balance into the wallet — one top-up funds many trips.
Can I keep using GrabUnlimited after cancelling?
Yes — benefits run until the end of the current cycle.
📚 Related Tutorials
Full card rules: Restricted Merchant & Transaction Policy
💬 Still having trouble?
Do not retry payments repeatedly in a short window—it triggers risk-control cooldowns. Screenshot the error and click the chat icon at the bottom-right to reach MPChat support for 1-on-1 help.
Don't have an MPCard yet? Apply for an Asia Elite Card (VISA) in the MPChat App — about 1 minute end-to-end to generate a virtual card.
This guide gets Grab subscribed in 10-15 minutes. If anything fails, check the US IP + Asia Elite Card + US billing address alignment first.