Get a Payoneer virtual credit card for online payments in Ukraine and abroad. Learn about the benefits and uses.

Find out how Payoneer helps Ukrainian companies in 2025: fast international transfers, multi-currency accounts and integration with top marketplaces.

How to start selling abroad from Ukraine: logistics, payment systems and documents, common mistakes and tips for business.

In which bank should I open a foreign currency account for business in Ukraine in 2025? Comparison of banks by conditions, tariffs, and support of payment systems.

Choosing the right payment gateway is critical for any business looking to grow in today’s global digital economy. From security and speed to cost and customer experience, the right solution can make a significant difference. In this comprehensive guide, we explore what a payment gateway is, how it works, and what to consider when selecting one. Whether you're a freelancer, small business owner, or managing enterprise-scale payments, you'll learn how to evaluate features like multi-currency support, integration options, and international capabilities. Discover how platforms like Payoneer can simplify global transactions, reduce fees, and help you scale with confidence. Read the full guide to find the best payment gateway for your business.

The SWIFT international payment system is often called the backbone of global finance. Connecting over 11,000 financial institutions across 200+ countries, SWIFT (Society for Worldwide Interbank Financial Telecommunication) enables secure, standardized messaging between banks, facilitating international money transfers across borders with confidence. But how does a SWIFT payment actually work? And what role does it play in today’s fast-moving financial world—especially for businesses, freelancers, and digital professionals? In this guide, we’ll break down how SWIFT payments function, why they’re still widely used, how to find a SWIFT code, and how Payoneer helps you receive international payments efficiently, with or without the traditional banking system.

If you’ve ever had to send or receive money across borders, you’ve probably encountered the term IBAN—but what exactly is it, and why is it so important? An IBAN (International Bank Account Number) is a standardized way to identify bank accounts globally. It helps ensure international payments arrive safely and without delay by reducing errors and simplifying the process. Whether you're a freelancer, business owner, or someone making global transfers, understanding IBANs is essential. In this guide, we’ll break down how IBANs work, the difference between IBANs and SWIFT codes, and how you can use services like Payoneer to get a virtual IBAN for fast, low-cost international payments. Let’s make cross-border banking a whole lot easier.

For successful digital enterprises, marketplaces, and financial institutions, rapid global growth can bring challenges as well as profits. It can be difficult to manage disbursements for all your sellers, pay suppliers and sub-contractors, and keep up with global compliance, especially when it involves cross-border payments.  That’s why many companies are turning to mass payments platforms […]

In our interconnected world, global money transfers are an essential part of business and personal finance. Whether you’re a small business owner expanding into international markets, a freelancer working with clients abroad, or a consumer purchasing products from another country, understanding how to transact safely on a global scale is crucial. 

Welcome to our definitive guide on sending and receiving money internationally – a must-read for every business owner making their mark globally.

The right payment solution for your business saves both time and money. In this infographic, we explore the major players in Kazakhstan’s payment ecosystem for international transfers.

For people who do business with partners, suppliers, or clients in Hong Kong, managing cross-border business payments without a local business bank account in Hong Kong Dollars (HKD) can be a real challenge. There’s often time-consuming, tedious paperwork that you have to complete every time. Currency conversion fees from your local currency can be high, […]

There's huge potential to expand into ASEAN markets. But only for online sellers that accept local payment methods. Finding a trusted payment solution can be a worry and a challenge. Use this checklist to vet potential payment partners. With the right payment support, the sky's the limit!

Online stores, global services, product shipping,and distributed workforces have opened up the international business market. With trade flourishing across the world, companies and freelancers need a reliable way to send money, internationally. This is where Payoneer comes in.

Technology has transformed our world in numerous ways. As the world opens digitally, borders are no longer barriers. Commerce is evolving, and so should your payment platforms. That’s why we go beyond payments and offer tools for success. Learn about the infrastructure you need for B2B payments here.

The digital travel industry will reach $11.4 trillion by 2027. And naturally, the industry involves international payments. Payment processes on an international scale can be challenging. However, the rewards for your business success are phenomenal. Learn how you can tap into and personalize this trend.

The Philippines is one of the world’s most popular destinations when it comes to outsourcing, serving as a fountain of highly-skilled, hard-working remote employees, freelancers, and contractors. Thanks to differences in the cost of living, companies can save as much as 50% of their overhead costs while still paying a generous salary with appealing benefits. […]

A growing business needs access to funds to stay competitive and realize its full potential. Many eCommerce sellers make the bulk of their sales and profits during Q4, and the last thing you want is to miss the boat due to lack of working capital. As part of your planning, consider how you can accelerate […]

Here at Payoneer, we work hard to ensure you have the best bank transfer options available. That’s why, as a Payoneer client, you have several banking methods available – Local transfers and SWIFT (Wire) transfers. In this article, we will introduce you to both these payment methods and provide a helpful guide on when to […]

Online sellers can vary quite dramatically, but there’s one thing that they all share – they all need enough working capital. You could be enjoying a very high number of sales each month, but if you don’t manage your working capital well enough, you might need to fold the business. We will explain everything there […]

As one of East Asia’s main business hubs, Hong Kong has long been a focal point for cross-border B2B payments. Unfortunately, doing business in Hong Kong without a local bank account can be challenging, with tedious paperwork, high currency conversion fees, difficulty tracking payments, and long clearance times only some of the problems you might […]

When it comes to paying your contractors, suppliers and remote employees, knowing that your funds reached their destination in full and on time is critical for maintaining a healthy relationship with your service providers. Effectively tracking payments, however, requires a robust and transparent solution that gives you a birds-eye-view as to where your funds are […]

ACH transfers have long been one of the leading B2B payment methods for US-based businesses, providing a convenient, secure and low-cost method for transferring business funds domestically. At Payoneer, we’ve taken ACH transfers one step further by giving you the ability to make these payments to your international recipients. If ACH transfers aren’t already an […]

Bangladesh is one of the world’s fastest-developing countries, and it’s quickly becoming a popular outsourcing destination. The Bangladesh government is investing heavily in developing a digitally-native workforce that’s skilled in IT support, software development, and advanced technologies like artificial intelligence (AI), cybersecurity, and blockchain.  Bangladesh is second only to India for skilled contractors for the […]

A growing business needs access to funds to stay competitive and take advantage of opportunities. For some, a business loan is the best option, providing a regular repayment schedule and diminishing debt. For others, a line of credit provides flexible and convenient financing for covering day-to-day operating costs or pursuing a time-sensitive business opportunity such […]

Sometimes you need to receive funds from another person and when you’re separated by borders, a common way to get this done is through an international wire transfer. Wire transfers are one of the most effective, safest and quickest ways to receive global payments and even though they can be costly, you’ll have peace of […]

One of the most frustrating experiences in the business world is waiting for your payment to come through. You love your work but getting paid is also pretty important to you – after all, you need to eat and to pay your rent! Your client notifies you that they sent their payment, but your bank […]

Note: This blog is for customers that have a Payoneer account for sending payments (with this account, you can only send payments, using your credit card or bank account details). If you have a Payoneer account for receiving and sending payments, you can find information on making batch payments from your Payoneer account balance here. […]

Do you regularly receive payment requests from freelancers, contractors and other service providers? Paying and tracking those payment requests just got easier! 2. Check out tools to track and manage your payment requests On the Payment Requests Received page, you’ll discover a number of tools to track and manage the payment requests you have received: […]

A business line of credit is usually recommended for short-term financing needs, like buying inventory and paying for a surprise expense, but it can also be used to cover long-term expenses, such as advertising campaigns and insurance costs. Line of credit borrowing limits often range from $5,000 to $150,000 and are smaller than a short-term […]

Enterprise companies can now tap in to an extensive range of global payment solutions with Payoneer’s groundbreaking Enterprise 360° solution. Now with an even wider reach, with Payoneer Enterprise 360°, marketplaces, networks, and digital platforms can grow their global businesses even further. Expanding into new geographies and verticals is worry-free, thanks to Payoneer’s local payment […]

Whether your clients are around the corner or 5 time-zones away, billing them and receiving payments has never been easier. Payoneer’s Request a Payment enables freelancers, contractors and professionals to send out payment requests for work completed. The clients can then choose to pay via payment options, including credit/debit card, ACH bank debit and local bank transfer (via the […]

Online payment terminology There are several terms that are used almost interchangeably when describing online payments: Payment gateway: A service that receives the online payment request from your website and directs it to the payment processor. Payment processor: A service that enables Merchants to receive debit or Credit Card payments online by providing a connection to […]

Payoneer’s Global Bank Transfer Service allows you to receive payments from participating partners directly to your bank account in over 200 countries, and more than 50 currencies. We’re happy to announce that we’ve further expanded that list, now allowing you to receive payments in Kenyan Shillings (KES)! At a cost of only $2.99 per payment, you […]

Today’s world is more connected than ever, providing employees with new opportunities to work with employers overseas and enter international markets.  If you’re looking for work that better suits your skill set and preferences, taking advantage of these opportunities can be exactly what you need to help you in achieving your goals.  However, at the […]