COMPANY detail

PAYSAFE
lead payments for the experience economy

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PAYSAFE
Company Overview.
Year Founded 1996
Status Private
Specialties Payment Infra, Card Issuer
Company Size 1001-5000 Employees
Industry Financial Services
Location London, UK
Description.

Paysafe is a leading global payments platform that has been enabling merchants and consumers to connect and transact seamlessly for over 25 years. The company delivers industry-leading solutions in payment processing, digital wallets (Skrill, Neteller), and online cash (paysafecard) across more than 120 markets worldwide. Founded in 1996 and headquartered in London, UK, Paysafe provides critical infrastructure for high-growth sectors including iGaming, retail, crypto services, and digital commerce. The company processes $152 billion in annual transaction volume and serves millions of active users through its ecosystem of consumer and business-facing products. Paysafe is publicly traded on the NYSE under ticker PSFE, providing the transparency and governance of a regulated public company with a market capitalization exceeding $1 billion.

Beyond traditional payments, Paysafe has established itself as a key infrastructure provider for the crypto ecosystem through its FCA-licensed subsidiary, Prepaid Services Company Limited (FRN: 900021). This entity enables crypto businesses to launch card programs, most notably issuing the Coinbase Card that allows users to spend their cryptocurrency holdings at millions of merchants worldwide. Paysafe's crypto capabilities include fiat-to-crypto and crypto-to-fiat withdrawals supporting over 40 fiat currencies, all facilitated through the Skrill and Neteller digital wallet platforms. The company maintains deep regulatory footprints with multiple FCA licenses in the UK, Central Bank of Ireland authorization for EEA passporting, and regulatory registrations in the US and Canada, making it a trusted infrastructure partner for crypto platforms seeking compliant card issuance solutions.

Key Infrastructure.
Card processing No matter where or how your customers want to pay, our end-to-end payment platform brings them all together. One single integration to card processing and gateway services – one provider, one contract.
BIN Sponsorship Prepaid Services Company Limited (FRN: 900021) is authorised by the Financial Conduct Authority under the Electronic Money Regulations 2011 for the issuing of electronic money and payment instruments.
Digital Wallets Reach more customers and drive more traffic with our digital wallets – trusted by consumers worldwide for seamless online payments and payment security. Our branded wallet solutions include Skrill and Neteller.
Cash online Reach more customers by enabling them to pay with cash online through our industry-leading solutions: paysafecard, PaysafeCash, and PagoEfectivo, providing access to the unbanked economy.
Skrill 1-Tap Fast payments with a single tap. Skrill 1-Tap and Neteller lets customers make quick, repeat payments with a single touch without needing to re-enter login details or payment information.
Crypto withdrawals Enable your users to withdraw their funds as crypto, sending it directly to a crypto wallet of their choice. Reach more consumers with an additional withdrawal option supported in over 40 fiat currencies.
Additional Features.
Risk & compliance
One integration for all payment methods—card processing and gateway services—under a single provider and contract.
Chargeback protection
Fully regulated provider with strong security and fraud prevention, offering built-in chargeback protection for safe, seamless transactions.
TMS connectivity
Daily ISO 20022 statement files integrate with Treasury Management Systems, enabling efficient global liquidity management via a unified dashboard.
Affiliate solutions
Expand your brand with our Affiliate Merchant program via merchant pages, web banners, newsletters, and more to reach millions.
Real-time payments
Supports major currencies (USD, GBP, EUR, JPY) and key regional currencies including BHD, ILS, KWD, ZAR, and AED.
Global Payouts
Simple integration enabling payouts to accounts and prepaid cards, flexible payment flows, and bank withdrawals with no chargeback risk.

GENERAL Questions.

What does this company do?
Paysafe provides a global payments platform that connects merchants and consumers through payment processing, digital wallets (Skrill, Neteller), and online cash solutions. It specializes in high-volume, regulated industries like iGaming, financial services, and digital retail.
Who are their main clients?
Their client base consists of major iGaming operators (Pokerstars, Bet365), high-traffic retail platforms, and fintech firms seeking global multi-currency payment rails and sophisticated risk management infrastructure.
Are they licensed?
Yes, they are highly regulated with multiple FCA licenses in the UK (FRN 900015, 900001, 900021) and Central Bank of Ireland authorization for EEA operations, alongside ISO/MSP registrations in the US and MSB status in Canada.
What blockchains/stablecoins supported?
They support withdrawals from fiat balances to crypto wallets in over 40 fiat currencies, primarily through the Skrill and Neteller digital wallet ecosystems, utilizing integrated exchange partners for settlement and liquidity.