SWIFT/Wires

Swift wires are the grandaddy of global payments. We LOVE Swift, but you should understand it to see if it makes sense for your business.

SWIFT payments are crucial for global banking, providing an interconnected system for sending payment instructions. Despite being essential, it can be antiquated and slow.

User Experience:

  • Happy Path: 90% of payments are processed smoothly within two days.
  • Worst Case: Delays can occur, often due to correspondent banks, but funds are never lost.

Routefusion Recommendations:

  • Best for: Less frequent, larger B2B transactions.
  • Not ideal for: Frequent, smaller payments due to potential delays and higher costs.

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