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Payments to people

Money sent, smiles received: priceless

Help your customers send money to people with speed and transparency.

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What makes us different

 

Mastercard Move serves hard-to-reach markets, serving businesses and people worldwide.

95%

of the world’s banked population reached*

17b

endpoints to account, card, wallet or cash-out locations*

200+

countries and territories. Available across the world in 150+ currencies*

We have enabled overnight growth with access to all of the destinations that Mastercard Move offers.

Hamed Arbabi CEO and Founder, VoPay

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USE CASES

Make it easy for people to pay in ways that work best for them

With Mastercard Move, your customers can pay and get paid swiftly and efficiently using their preferred payout option.

International Remittances

Sending money to friends or family in a different country.

Domestic Remittances

Sending money to friends or family in the same country.

Marketplace Payouts

Digital platforms distributing funds to sellers who provide their products and services.

Payroll Payments

Businesses making regular payments to employees for their salary.

On-Demand Pay

Businesses paying out employees and freelancers who request their earnings at any time versus waiting for payday.

Investment Payouts

Businesses paying out customers who receive their return on investment without the wait. 

Gaming & Gambling Payouts

Businesses that conduct betting and gaming activities can offer their players quick access to their winnings.

Fast Refunds

Businesses sending refunds to customers without waiting a day to receive their funds.

Circular Economy

Businesses offering consumers near real-time incentives to return or recycle old products.

Humanitarian Aid

Organizations sending money in near real time to people affected by a humanitarian crisis so they can buy food, shelter or other essential needs.

Emergency Relief

Organizations providing a quick disbursement to people facing a crisis or disaster, allowing them access to funds to cover essential needs.

Actionable insights

Customer stories

Frequently Asked Questions

How does Mastercard Move enable Payments to People?

Mastercard Move provides capabilities that enable banks, non-bank financial institutions, and payment providers to send funds to individuals globally. It supports personal remittances and consumer payouts through fast, secure, and transparent payment flows.

How does Mastercard Move support international remittances?

Mastercard Move enables international remittances by providing access to multiple payout methods, competitive FX, and fast payments across more than 200 countries and territories and over 150 currencies, helping institutions deliver more predictable recipient experiences.*

How can recipients receive funds?

Recipients can receive funds through a range of endpoints, including bank accounts, cards, digital wallets, and cash pickup locations, giving senders flexibility and recipients choice.*

How fast are payments delivered to recipients using Mastercard Move?

Funds are available near real-time* in 200+ countries and territories,* including card-based payouts, with fast settlement for other payout methods—helping recipients access funds quickly, even across time zones, weekends, and holidays.

How does Mastercard Move improve transparency and tracking for payouts?

Organizations gain near real-time visibility into payment status, FX rates, and fees, while recipients receive notifications—enhancing trust and reconciliation.

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*Valid as of October 2025. Figures represent combined totals across Mastercard Move solutions. Payout options and delivery times are subject to market availability.
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