Commercial FX · Hamburg

Cross-border
payments, reimagined.

Stop overpaying on every international transfer. HansePay gives mid-sized European businesses direct access to interbank FX rates with transparent margins from 0.20%, same-day settlement, BaFin regulated.

BaFin Regulated
EU-licensed E-Money Institution
Transparent Pricing
Disclosed before every trade
Live Pricing
Real-time rates around the clock
Dedicated Expert
Direct contacts, no call centre
The hidden cost
Your bank is quietly overcharging you.

On every cross-border transfer, your bank adds a 2–4% markup on top of the exchange rate, money that disappears without a line item. Calculate exactly what you're losing.

No hidden markups
We charge only a transparent transaction fee.
Transparent margin
Disclosed before every trade, no hidden bank spread.
Conservative estimate
Realistic benchmarks from the German business banking sector.
Annual FX volume1.000.000 €
€100k€50M
Currency pairMajor
Current provider~2.50%
Payments per month25
1500
Saved on FX margins22.000 €
Saved on per-payment fees8.400 €
Total annual saving30.400 €

Estimates based on industry-standard margins. Major pairs: bank 2.5%, HansePay 0.3%. Bank wire fee €38, HansePay €10. Exact saving depends on your transaction history.

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The HansePay difference

Transparent pricing.
Fast settlement.

HansePay gives European businesses direct access to interbank FX rates with a transparent margin from 0.20% on major currency pairs, disclosed before every trade, with no hidden spread. Add same-day settlement on major corridors, and cross-border payments become predictable.

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0.20%
FX margin from
Major pairs, disclosed before trade
Same
day
Settlement
On major corridors
50+
Markets
Across five regions worldwide
<10 min
Onboarding
Fully digital application
How it works

From application to your first payment.

KYC is straightforward and built for businesses. Once verified, your account is live and ready to fund, with regulated rails in place before you send your first euro.

1
Apply
Start your application online. No paperwork at this stage, just basic company information.
2
Verify your identity
KYC and KYB for the business. Submit company documents and director identification.
3
Compliance review
Internal compliance check. Most reviews complete within one business day.
4
Activate your account
Account goes live. Fund it by SEPA transfer from your existing bank, same day for most German banks.
5
Start sending
Add recipients, lock your first FX quote, and settle your first cross-border payment.
The Platform

Everything your treasury
needs, nothing it doesn't.

Live FX rates, instant payments, full audit trail, your finance team gets a clean, powerful dashboard with everything in one place.

Live mid-market rate streaming
Lock in the real rate with one click. Spot, forward, or scheduled, your call.
Full payment visibility
Every transfer tracked in real time. Settled, in transit, or pending, always visible.
Recipient management
Store verified beneficiaries across 50+ markets, IBAN, SWIFT, local formats.
API & bulk payments
Integrate with your ERP or TMS. Send hundreds of payments from one CSV upload.
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OVERVIEW
Available balance
35.000,00 €
IBAN ·· 4892
+ Add money → Send money
FX RATE
1 EUR = 1,0842 USD
Live FX rate
YOU SEND
🇪🇺 EUR
RECIPIENT GETS
1.073,47
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RECENT ACTIVITY
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Shenzhen Electronics Co.
Component shipment #SZ-4421
Settled
−11.007,36 €
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São Paulo Coffee Importers
Coffee invoice Q1
In Transit
−6.674,25 €
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Mendoza Manufactura SA
Manufacturing PO #221
Settled
−865,62 €
Global reach

Send to 50+ markets.

Seamless transfers across the Americas, Africa, the Middle East, Asia & Pacific, and Europe, with same-day availability on major corridors.

🇺🇸USDUS Dollar
🇬🇧GBPBritish Pound
🇯🇵JPYJapanese Yen
🇨🇦CADCanadian Dollar
🇦🇺AUDAustralian Dollar
🇸🇬SGDSingapore Dollar
🇭🇰HKDHong Kong Dollar
🇨🇳CNYChinese Yuan
🇮🇳INRIndian Rupee
🇦🇪AEDUAE Dirham
🇸🇦SARSaudi Riyal
🇧🇷BRLBrazilian Real
🇲🇽MXNMexican Peso
🇿🇦ZARSouth African Rand
🇳🇬NGNNigerian Naira
🇰🇷KRWSouth Korean Won
🇹🇭THBThai Baht
🇻🇳VNDVietnamese Dong

+27 more markets available — speak with your FX expert for full corridor availability.

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For whom

Solutions for every industry.

Whether import, export, e-commerce or professional services, we understand the specific requirements of your sector.

Our story

Built in Hamburg.
Trusted across Europe.

For centuries, Hamburg has been Europe's gateway to global commerce. HansePay carries that tradition forward, bringing institutional-grade FX execution to the businesses that drive the modern economy. BaFin-regulated, backed by Hamburg's innovation fund, advised by senior institutional experts.

Learn more about us
BaFin Licensed
EU-regulated E-Money Institution under MiCAR. Direct German supervisory oversight by BaFin.
Made in Hamburg
Headquartered in Germany's gateway to the world, since 2023. Backed by Innovationsstarter Fonds Hamburg.
Institutional Expertise
Founded and advised by experienced FX and finance professionals with backgrounds at leading institutional firms.
HansePay Insights

FX knowledge that moves
your business forward.

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FX cost clarity.
FX Education
The Hidden Cost of Bank FX Fees, What Every CFO Should Know
HansePay Team · 5 min read
Same-day settlement.
Treasury
Same-Day Euro Settlement: A Practical Guide for European Businesses
HansePay Team · 6 min read
Regulated & secure.
Compliance
BaFin Regulation: What It Means for Your Business's Money
HansePay Team · 7 min read
FAQ

Common questions.

How fast are transfers?
Most transfers on major corridors (EUR/USD, EUR/GBP, EUR/CHF) settle same day. Transfers to Asia and the Middle East typically settle next business day. Your dedicated FX expert confirms exact timings when you book.
What fees does HansePay charge?
A transparent FX margin, from 0.20% on major currency pairs (0.20% to 0.75%) and disclosed before every trade, plus a flat €10 per payment. No spread hidden in the rate, no monthly fees, no minimum commitment.
Which currencies and countries do you support?
50+ markets across the Americas, Africa, the Middle East, Asia & Pacific, and Europe, including USD, GBP, JPY, AED, CNY, AUD, CAD, SGD, BRL, INR, KRW, ZAR, and more. Need a specific corridor? Get in touch, we can often arrange it on request.
Is HansePay regulated and safe?
Yes. HansePay is a BaFin-regulated EU E-Money Institution. Client funds are held in fully segregated accounts. We comply with all applicable AML, KYC, and MiCAR regulations and are subject to regular audits under German and EU financial law.
How do I get started?
Open an account online in under 10 minutes, fully digital, no paperwork, no bank appointments. Digital ID verification is included. Once approved, your dedicated FX expert contacts you to walk through the platform and discuss your requirements.
Is there a minimum transfer amount?
The minimum transfer is €50. There is no maximum. For large or complex transfers, your FX expert can arrange tailored rates and bespoke settlement options.
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