Payabl. secures EMI licence in the UK

European paytech firm payabl. has obtained a UK electronic money institution (EMI) licence, enabling expansion of its services and merchant portfolio.

Facts

  • Payabl. has acquired an electronic money institution (EMI) licence in the UK.
  • The company previously operated under the FCA’s Temporary Permission Regime (TPR).
  • The new licence allows transferring UK-based customers to the UK EMI licence.
  • The firm plans to grow its team and hire payment experts to support business expansion.
  • Payabl. aims to provide merchant acquiring for Visa, Mastercard, and American Express.
  • Its UK offerings encompass point-of-sale (POS) systems, payment accounts, and linked payment cards.
  • Sean Forward, UK CEO of payabl., led the licence process with his wealth of experience.
  • Founded in 2011, payabl. has offices in Germany, Netherlands, Cyprus, and the UK.
  • The company facilitates transactions from over 300 payment methods through its solutions.
Laura M
Laura M
Laura is a financial reporter, editor, and researcher with a particular interest in fintech innovation, capital markets, and the evolving global banking landscape.

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