Boost your profits and deliver the tech solutions your financial institution customers need
Give your business banking customers the freedom to grow their business – while you grow your portfolio.

Partner with a leader in payment solutions
We’re more than just a merchant services provider. We help you deliver the payments, point of sale and payroll solutions your customers need to thrive in a competitive marketplace. With flexible program designs and multiple approaches to capture new and existing markets – we can tailor the perfect program to fit your unique needs. Not sure what’s right for you? Talk to one of our financial institution experts today.

Agent banks
Benefit from better client relationships and take the lead when selling payment solutions, increasing your revenue – your way. We’ll take care of the rest, including underwriting, risk management, chargebacks and statement support.

Referral banks
Capture more cash without breaking a sweat. By referring your customers to us for advanced fintech solutions, you can enjoy a cut of the revenue while you grow your portfolio and focus on your core business.
Grow your revenue with end-to-end merchant solutions
Access payment gateways to any industry
Provide customized merchant services solutions that deliver – whatever a customer’s business needs.
Benefit from omnichannel payments
Allow clients to start accepting multiple types of payments across all channels and environments. From mobile payments and e-commerce to in-person and more.
Provide the best business tools
Offer everything to enhance the customer experience. From digital marketing to comprehensive merchant onboarding management and powerful analytic software platforms.
Enjoy a frictionless onboarding process
Onboard with ease using intuitive tech, simple merchant services activation and unmatched support every step of the way.
Enhance your client’s efficiency
Our payment processing services automate the entire invoice-to-pay process – putting more time back in your client’s day.
Process payments without the extra costs
Help businesses eliminate the manual effort of cutting checks as well as hard costs like check stock, ink and postage.
Boost the payment experience
Help your customers say goodbye to paper checks with virtual cards and other electronic payments.
Improve visibility for easy planning
Give your customers more insight and control of their cash flow with automated invoice-to-pay processes, reducing costs and freeing up resources for better decision making.
Simplify issuing with a cloud-native platform
Whether you’re a financial institution, fintech provider or retailer looking to issue payment cards — we’re the only payments partner you need. Our suite of scalable issuer solutions is configurable and customer-first, providing the next generation platform for origination, processing and risk management services.
Why Partner with Global Payments?
Why Partner with Global Payments?

Distribution channels and marketing resources
Pick the best onboarding method for you: in-branch, inside sales, digital, self-service or under your own brand. Partner with us for a go-to-market strategy featuring co-branded collateral and targeted campaigns, perfectly aligning your brand and goals.
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Dedicated account management
Benefit from personalized support with a focus on your growth. Our dedicated account management team offers expert guidance and tailored payment options to help you succeed, ensuring a successful payment processing partnership.

Exceptional support – whenever you need it
Receive the same high-level support you provide your customer base. Count on us to deliver exceptional care and efficiency, ensuring a seamless experience for both you and your customers.
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Your questions, answered
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What types of organizations qualify for financial institution partnerships?
Organizations that qualify for financial institution partnerships typically include issuing banks, acquiring banks, credit unions, investment firms, insurance companies and other financial services providers. These institutions must meet regulatory requirements and demonstrate a commitment to financial stability, data security, compliance and customer service excellence.
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What are the benefits of forming a financial institution + payment processor provider partnership?
Forming a financial institution payments provider partnership offers numerous benefits:
- Enhanced security: Access to advanced security measures to help protect card payment transactions and sensitive data security.
- Improved efficiency: Streamlined payment processes and reduced processing times, leading to greater operational efficiency.
- Broader reach: Ability to offer customers a wider range of payment options and services, increasing customer satisfaction and loyalty.
- Cost savings: Reduced transaction processing fees and lower overall costs due to economies of scale and shared resources.
- Innovation and technology: Access to cutting-edge payment technologies and solutions, helping institutions stay competitive in the market.
- Regulatory compliance: Assistance with navigating complex regulatory requirements, ensuring compliance and reducing the risk of penalties.
- Enhanced customer experience: Improved payment solutions that provide a seamless and convenient experience for customers.
- Revenue growth: Increase monetization — and your bank account — and generate additional revenue streams through new payment processor products and services.
Partnering with a financial institution payment service provider can significantly enhance an organization's capabilities and market position.
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What factors should be considered when looking for a payments provider to partner with?
Above all, when shopping for a payment service provider you should look for a company with a proven track record of being fair and square with their merchants. There may be other key factors to consider for your business model, such as:
- Security and compliance: Ensure they meet stringent data security standards and regulatory requirements.
- Industry reputation: Look for a provider with a strong track record in the financial services sector.
- Technology and innovation: Prioritize cutting-edge solutions that enhance user experience.
- Cost structure: Evaluate transaction fees and overall costs for value.
- Customer support: Reliable, 24/7 support is crucial for financial operations and transaction processing.
- Scalability: The payment system provider should handle growth and increasing transaction volumes.
- Integration: Ensure compatibility with your existing ecosystem.
- Customization: Payment processing solutions should be tailored to your specific needs.
- Service Level Agreements (SLAs): Check for commitments to uptime and response times.
- Additional benefits: Consider training, marketing support and network access.
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When should a financial institution consider partnering with a payments provider?
A financial institution should consider partnering with a payment service provider to boost data security, streamline operations and expand payment options for customers. This move is especially smart during growth phases or digital upgrades to stay competitive. If you're facing high transaction costs, tough regulatory compliance, or need to handle more online payments smoothly, a payment service provider can step in with the expertise you need. Ultimately, teaming up with a payment solutions provider helps you enhance the customer experience, simplify processes, increase cash flow and real-time payouts and stay ahead in the fast-paced financial services world.
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