Why choose WorldFirst?
Going global? Payments shouldn’t hold you back. WorldFirst’s multi-currency account solutions can help you scale fast.
1M +
customers
60 +
licences
210 +
regions covered
$300B +
transaction value
What sets us apart?
A payment solution you need to grow across borders
Reduce your costs
- Spend less on business expenses with competitive pricing and World Card cashback.
- Use FX risk management tools to protect your earnings from currency swings
Unlock Worldwide
- Simplify payments from 130+ marketplaces by collecting revenue in one multi-currency account, in the currencies you need
- Expand your supplier network to 200+ countries and easily pay B2B marketplaces like 1688 and TaoWorld
Fuel your growth
- Open local currency accounts in new markets – no overseas entity needed
- Save time and scale faster with batch payments, accounting software integrations and more
Slash Costs
Lower fees. More savings.
- Avoid intermediary bank fees
Accept payments directly into your account, bypassing extra charges. Plus, no account fees or minimum balances.
- Reduce costly transfer fees
Send fast, low-cost international payments with our transparent fee structure.
- Save on all business expenses, everywhere
Enjoy zero FX fees when paying in 15 major currencies directly from your WorldFirst balance. Spend in 150+ currencies across 210+ countries and territories.
Scale Globally
Fewer barriers. Faster payments. More opportunities.
- Get paid like a local
Receive funds in 20+ local currency accounts and eliminate forced conversions. Payments settle within minutes and hours.
- Get paid like a local
Instead of opening and handling individual bank accounts in different countries, manage all transactions from one centralised account.
- Faster access to new markets
We’ve partnered with 130+ global marketplaces – including Amazon, Etsy, TikTok Shop and AliExpress – so you can launch and start reaching new customers without the usual delays.
Smart Cashback
Zero FX fees in 15 currencies
Use anywhere MasterCard is accepted and save on all business expenses, everywhere.
Pay suppliers, cover travel costs and manage marketing expenses around the globe with a World Card.
Pay 1688 suppliers
Built for global sourcing
Make it easy for you to purchase directly using your World Account balance.
From 1688.com suppliers (a global leading wholesale platform) to business partners all over the world, pay in 100+ currencies fast and securely.
Global Ecosystem
Re-imagine cross-border business together
WorldFirst is a trusted partner of Amazon service providers, e-commerce agencies, tax consulting and sourcing agencies.
Partner with us to launch marketplaces, find new routes to market, and support you and your clients’ global success.
Local support for global ambition
Multilingual support
Local teams in 20+ regions, fluent in 11+ languages, provide tailored guidance wherever you trade.
Fast, reliable service
Phone and chat typically answered within 60 seconds and emails within 24 hours.
Payment expertise
We know marketplaces. We know payments. We know how to make business much easier.
Your money is safe with us
We have 60+ licenses globally and partner with leading banks to make sure your money is safeguarded.
FAQs
No – WorldFirst isn’t a bank, but we are a regulated financial services provider. We hold financial licences in every region we operate in and are overseen by the relevant authorities. Unlike traditional banks, we focus on helping businesses move money across borders efficiently, offering multi-currency accounts, fast global payments and FX solutions built for international growth.
Yes. We partner with top-tier global banks and hold over 60 regulatory licences worldwide. Your funds are safeguarded according to local financial regulations, and our operations are monitored by the appropriate authorities in each market.
Registering takes just a few minutes. Once you’ve submitted your business information, we can usually verify and approve your account within a few hours – though in some cases, it may take a couple of business days.
You’ll have access to our local support team during business hours via phone, email and live chat, and a global support team for after-hours assistance. Whether you’re just getting started or expanding into new markets, we’re here to help at every stage.
