Razorpay Secures RBI Cross-Border Payment Licence to Expand Global Transactions

Fintech platform Razorpay has obtained the Payment Aggregator – Cross Border (PA-CB) licence from the Reserve Bank of India (RBI), enabling it to handle both inward and outward global transactions for Indian and international businesses, as per news reports. 

Razorpay PA-CB Licence Empowers Cross-Border Transactions 

The RBI has issued Razorpay the crucial PA-CB licence, allowing it to facilitate international payment flows under complete regulatory oversight. With this, the company strengthens its infrastructure to support businesses engaged in both exports and imports.  

Indian businesses can now transact in over 130 currencies, offering options like cards, local wallets, and bank transfers, while global companies can integrate into the Indian market using a single interface without opening a domestic entity. 

Global Platforms Gain Real-Time Access to Indian Market 

International businesses can now go live in India instantly using Razorpay’s integration tools. The platform supports UPI, RuPay, EMI, net banking, and 100+ other local payment methods.  

It also provides INR-native pricing, OTP-based checkouts and Indian support for smooth operations, eliminating traditional barriers for foreign merchants. 

Enhanced Regulatory Compliance and Infrastructure 

Receiving the PA-CB licence reinforces Razorpay’s dedication to compliance and partnership with banks and regulators. The platform has already earned trust from global names such as Airbnb, Shopify, Agoda and Klook.  

With a reported 95% success rate for international transaction flows, this move is expected to further stabilise and simplify cross-border finance. 

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Conclusion 

Razorpay’s acquisition of the RBI’s PA-CB licence marks a significant step in enabling Indian and international businesses to engage in seamless cross-border transactions. The unified platform aims to reduce complexities and enhance compliance, bolstering India’s position in the global digital economy. 

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