Feb 26
The Hidden Impact of Correspondent Banks on Cross-Border Transactions
Correspondent banks play a hidden role in global payment failures. How they affect international payment processing and high-risk merchants.
Understanding the hidden role of correspondent banks can help merchants troubleshoot payment failures and delays. Correspondent banks extend the reach of local banks, especially for countries without direct banking relationships. However, issues in correspondent networks can lead to transaction reversals, compliance blocks, or higher fees.
This article breaks down how correspondent mechanisms work, why global payment firms rely on them, and strategies businesses can use to optimize international payment success.