PSP

Service Providers

Payment Services Provider

Definition

A Payment Services Provider is an entity which carries out regulated payment services, including AISPs, PISPs, CBPIIs and ASPSPs. PSPs must be authorized by the relevant competent authority to operate in their jurisdiction.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Payment Services Provider?

A Payment Services Provider is an entity which carries out regulated payment services, including AISPs, PISPs, CBPIIs and ASPSPs. PSPs must be authorized by the relevant competent authority to operate in their jurisdiction.

What does PSP stand for in Open Banking?

PSP stands for Payment Services Provider. It is a fundamental concept in Open Banking and PSD2 regulations. A Payment Services Provider is an entity which carries out regulated payment services, including AISPs, PISPs, CBPIIs and ASPSPs. PSPs must be authorized by the relevant competent authority to operate in their jurisdiction.

How do I work with a PSP?

To work with Payment Services Provider services, you typically need to integrate with their APIs or use an API aggregator that provides PSP capabilities. Many aggregators in our directory offer PSP services with unified APIs across multiple banks.

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