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Paysera Becomes the First EMI in Europe to Gain Direct Access to TARGET Services Infrastructure

The international fintech company Paysera has become the first Electronic Money Institution (EMI) in Europe to process Euro payments directly through the European Central Bank’s (ECB) T2 system. By achieving direct participant status, Paysera has joined the Eurosystem’s primary payment and settlement infrastructure—a network that, until now, was accessible only to central and commercial banks, central securities depositories, EU national treasuries, and other critical financial market infrastructures.

April 2026 • 3 min

Virtual cash registers: 25,000 devices already running with i.EKA, businesses save up to 2 hours daily

The implementation of the intelligent cash register subsystem (i.EKA) that has taken root in Lithuania is fundamentally changing business operational efficiency. Initial data shows that the transition to virtual cash registers allows companies to reduce the training time for new employees by up to 50% and save up to 2 working hours daily, which were previously allocated to bureaucracy and manual data reconciliation. According to the State Tax Inspectorate, 20,000 small businesses already use 25,000 intelligent cash registers with the i.EKA system.

March 2026 • 3 min

Paysera expands its service: support in 20+ languages and video consultations for business

Lithuanian financial technology company Paysera is consistently improving client experience and expanding service channels. From now on, clients receive support in 20+ languages, and business clients have been introduced to live video consultations. Company data shows that the newly launched services in Central Asian languages received hundreds of enquiries in the first month alone.

March 2026 • 3 min

Paysera Develops Own ATM Network: Phone-Based Withdrawals Now Available in Five Cities, Soon in Riga

The fintech company Paysera is rapidly expanding its own cardless ATM network—clients have already performed transactions worth over 66 million euros through these devices. Currently, ATMs that allow deposits and withdrawals using only a smartphone are operating in Vilnius, Kaunas, Klaipėda, Šiauliai, and Utena. Panevėžys will be added to the network shortly, and the company plans to install 10 more new terminals over the next few months—at least three of them in Riga.

March 2026 • 3 min

A Turning Point in Payment Habits: 20,000 Digital Cards in Two Months

The growing popularity of mobile payments is shifting financial service standards, with more consumers swapping physical cards for digital counterparts. This trend is confirmed by data from the fintech company Paysera: since last December, following a strategic focus on a "digital-first" model, clients have already activated over 20,000 digital cards. The company notes that its current priority is the expansion of this specific direction.

March 2026 • 3 min

Paysera Group Achieves Full Card Independence as Contis Secures Direct Visa Principal Membership

Lithuania-based fintech group Paysera has reached a major strategic milestone: its group member UAB "Finansinės paslaugos Contis", a European electronic money institution regulated by the Bank of Lithuania, has obtained direct Visa Principal Member status. The company now participates directly in the Visa network and independently manages the entire card issuance lifecycle -- from card creation to transaction settlement.

February 2026 • 3 min

Paysera client support – now in 20+ Languages

When was the last time you navigated a complex financial matter in a language that wasn’t your own? In finance, precision is everything, and every word counts just as much as the numbers. Clear guidance and accurate answers are essential to keeping your transactions running smoothly.
Paysera is continuously expanding its global reach while making its services more linguistically accessible. Today, our client support team can assist clients in over 20 languages, ensuring help is always clear, reliable, and in the language you understand best.

February 2026 • 3 min

Black Friday hit record highs as shopping carts in the Baltic states surged by more than a third

This year’s Black Friday generated record activity across the Baltic states, with online spending rising by 27 per cent compared with an average day in November. The average shopping basket also saw a significant boost, rising 36 per cent year-on-year, according to Paysera, the payment processor for more than 13,000 e-shops.

December 2025 • 4 min

Paysera Secures Continuity for 165,000 Clients; Bank of Lithuania Approves Strategic Acquisition of Contis

Paysera LT, UAB has received final approval from the Bank of Lithuania for the acquisition of 100% of the shares of UAB Finansinės paslaugos Contis. This decision marks the successful conclusion of a strategic operation designed to ensure uninterrupted service for 165,000 cardholders and defines a clear future direction for the acquired entity.

November 2025 • 3 min

Paysera is set to install self-service terminals in ten branches of the Centre of Registers

The financial technology company Paysera has won a public procurement tender organised by the Centre of Registers. The company will install self-service terminals in ten of the Centre’s branches, making it easier for residents and businesses to pay for government services in cash. In the public tender, Paysera’s winning bid of €282,000 was €51,000 lower than the price offered by the nearest competitor.

November 2025 • 3 min

Justina Šidlauskienė appointed CEO of Paysera LT

The financial technology company Paysera LT announces changes in its management – from now on, the position of Chief Executive Officer will be taken over by Dr. Justina Šidlauskienė, who for the past 2.5 years has served as Deputy CEO.

October 2025 • 3 min

Although online shopping was less frequent over the summer, people tended to choose more valuable items

This summer was quieter for e-commerce than the first half of the year, but shoppers opted for more valuable purchases. Spending on leisure trips, higher-end home appliances, home renovations, and gold pushed the average online basket to nearly €93, according to data analysis conducted by Paysera.

October 2025 • 3 min

September challenge for parents: smart ways to save when getting kids ready for school

September is fast approaching, and parents once again face the yearly challenge of getting ready for a new school year – when time is running short and expenses keep climbing. According to Paysera data, online payments typically rise by 4–5% in the second half of August, largely due to back-to-school shopping. The Deputy CEO of Paysera, Justina Šidlauskienė, offers practical tips on how to keep costs down without overlooking the essentials.

August 2025 • 3 min

Paysera Expands ATM Network to Kaunas and Klaipėda

Following the spring launch of its first ATMs in Vilnius, fintech company Paysera is continuing the rollout of its cash machine network, with new locations now operating in Kaunas and Klaipėda. These ATMs offer both cash withdrawal and deposit services – all without the need for a physical payment card.

August 2025 • 2 min

Where exactly in the world is Paysera? The answer is more complex than it seems

When your home market is Lithuania – the European Union’s leader in fintech licences – success doesn’t happen by chance. With countless financial institutions across Europe, one question naturally arises: why do both Europeans and international clients choose a service proudly labelled 'Made in Lithuania'? The answer lies in our DNA: a seamless blend of global ambition and local client focus.

July 2025 • 5 min

M. Plančiūnas. Children's expenses on non-existent items: problem or opportunity for dialogue?

As a father of two boys, I frequently hear their requests: "Dad, can you extend my screen time by another hour?" I’ll admit – it’s not always easy to say "no". Kids love gaming and often ask for money to purchase virtual accessories like armor, weapons, or exclusive character skins. In these moments, I’m reminded that my role isn’t just about setting limits, but also about teaching them the true value of time, money, and making thoughtful choices.

July 2025 • 3 min

Paysera expands green energy capacity with record production and new solar power plants

The Fintech company Paysera is ramping up its commitment to sustainable energy through significant investments in solar power. A 4-hectare solar park in the Vilkaviškis district, owned by its subsidiary N Technologijos, achieved a record-breaking level of energy production in 2024. Building on this success, the company is expanding its green energy portfolio with the development of two new solar power plants in and around the capital.

July 2025 • 3 min

Experts predict a surge in leisure spending ahead of Midsummer and Mindaugas’ Coronation Day

During the summer, people shift their shopping habits – making fewer purchases than in the colder months, but opting for higher-priced items. According to an analysis of consumer behaviour by Paysera and Inbank, demand for grills, outdoor furniture, travel, bicycles, and motorcycles rises ahead of Midsummer and on Mindaugas' Coronation Day. Financial institutions expect similar trends to continue this year.

June 2025 • 3 min

Heat effect: online shoppers open their wallets wider in summer

Summer warms more than just the weather – it also heats up online shopping across the Baltic states. A three-year analysis by the financial technology company Paysera, based on millions of online transactions, reveals that the average value of online shopping carts between June and August rises by nearly 15% compared to the rest of the year. During this period, the average purchase reached EUR 84.28, highlighting a clear seasonal surge in consumer spending.

June 2025 • 3 min

Paysera has activated 40 self-service terminals and is now entering a new phase of expansion

The financial technology company Paysera has announced that 40 of its self-service terminals, acquired from the company Foxpay, are now operational in Lithuania. After restoring the operation of some previously acquired terminals, the company is now launching an active sales campaign targeting new clients, with a stronger focus on private businesses.

May 2025 • 2 min

The first Paysera ATMs commence operations in Vilnius, enabling cardless cash transactions

The financial technology company Paysera is revolutionising cash transactions with the launch of its innovative ATM network in Vilnius. These ATMs allow users to cash-in and cash-out without traditional payment cards. The company has invested €75,000 in the first five machines.

May 2025 • 2 min

Paysera LT fully cleared in Algeria as all charges are dropped

All charges against Paysera LT, UAB, have been permanently dropped by the Algerian Court of Appeal, effective immediately. The allegations now have no legal impact on the company's operations.

Vilnius, 2025. April 29

Paysera Selects iPiD as a Strategical Partner for VoP Compliance and for Global Account Verification

Paysera, a financial technology company with 20 years of market experience, has announced a strategic partnership with iPiD, a global provider of payee verification solutions. This collaboration aims to strengthen Paysera's Know Your Payee (KYP) processes and ensure compliance with new EU regulations requiring financial institutions to verify payee details before processing transfers in euros.

April 2025 • 4 min

With the May 1 deadline approaching, small businesses are intensifying their efforts to replace cash registers

As the May 1 deadline approaches — requiring all cash register users to automatically transmit receipt data to the i.EKA subsystem — the State Tax Inspectorate (VMI) and cash register providers have reported a noticeable surge in activity among small businesses. In recent weeks, many entrepreneurs have been upgrading their existing equipment or exploring new solutions to ensure compliance.

April 2025 • 5 min

Small businesses have two months to prepare cash registers for data transmission to the State Tax Inspectorate (VMI)

Small businesses are now facing the final two months with cash registers that don't yet transmit data to the State Tax Inspectorate (VMI). Starting 1 May, a new regulation will require businesses to use cash register systems that regularly send data to the VMI. As this deadline draws closer, the financial technology company Paysera is addressing five common myths surrounding the upcoming change.

March 2025 • 2 min

Paysera resumes operation of self-service terminals: The first nine are already serving patients

The financial technology company Paysera has begun restoring the operation of self-service terminals purchased from the company Foxpay, which had lost its licence. The first nine terminals are already in operation in eight medical institutions, including the Panevėžys District Municipal Polyclinic, the Šiauliai Centre Polyclinic, and the Marijampolė Hospital.

February 2025 • 2 min

Around 25,000 small businesses have three months to transition to new cash register solutions

As of February 1, approximately 25,000 Lithuanian merchants have just three months remaining to transition to new types of cash registers or virtual cash register systems that automatically submit receipt data to the State Tax Inspectorate (VMI). Although myths and misconceptions about the transition continue to circulate in public discussions, specialists emphasise that the state had already accounted for measures to facilitate this process when planning the changes back in 2021.

February 2025 • 2 min

Winter holidays increased online spending, New Year's resolutions boosted gym memberships

E-commerce in the Baltic states experienced remarkable growth during the holiday season, achieving a turnover of €140 million. As 2025 began, the surge in New Year's fitness resolutions significantly boosted gym attendance and drove demand for related services. This trend was evident in e-commerce rankings, where three gym operators secured spots among the top 20 leaders, as reported by Paysera.

January 2025 • 3 min

Paysera acquires Foxbox terminals and will ensure quick service restoration in healthcare and other institutions

Fintech leader Paysera has announced the acquisition of the Foxbox self-service payment terminal network from Foxpay. The transition is being expertly managed by Ieva Trinkūnaitė and the Foxpay team to ensure a smooth and efficient handover. Paysera's immediate priority is the rapid restoration of services. The company plans to reactivate 120 existing terminals and deploy an additional 27 unused terminals in the near future, further expanding their reach and functionality.

January 2025 • 2 min

Black Friday: How do buyers in the Baltic countries differ from the rest of Europe?

During the last week of November, with merchants luring customers with impressive discounts and exclusive offers, Lithuanians, Latvians, and Estonians were actively shopping online. It turned out that Lithuanians were most attracted to household products, coffee, cosmetics, and products from China, and that the buyers from the Baltic countries shop online differently compared to Western, Central Europe, and Balkan countries.

December 2024 • 4 min

Paysera enables collateral-free short-term loans for e-shops

The fintech company Paysera has teamed up with financing solutions developer Softloans and now offers revenue-based financing to its e-commerce merchants. For the first time in the company's history, Paysera enables businesses to repay loans based on their sales. By incorporating third-party services, Paysera is steadily advancing its vision of becoming a comprehensive financial super-app.

November 2024 • 3 min

Prieš Juodąjį penktadienį e. parduotuvėse pasirodo „Google Pay“

Paysera offers Google Pay to e-shops before Black Friday

Just in time for the holiday shopping season, e-shops that Paysera provides services for can now accept payments using Google Pay. Android users can make quick and easy payments in thousands of e-shops with just a few taps.

November 2024 • 3 min

Vasarą sukčiai vilioja ieškančius greito uždarbio ir paskolų: kaip apsaugoti savo pinigus?

In summer, scammers lure those seeking quick earnings and loans: how to protect your money?

The summer season, which for many is associated with vacations and relaxation, is unfortunately a busy time for online scammers. Fraud prevention specialists at Paysera have observed an increased number of fraud cases where unsuspecting individuals fall victim to enticing promises of rapid wealth or effortless loans.

August 2024 • 2 min

Growing online consumer spending attracts new sellers to e-commerce

E-commerce is thriving as residents increasingly embrace online shopping. According to data from Paysera, a payment processor for online stores, this trend is evident in several key metrics: higher overall spending, larger individual purchases, and a growing number of e-retailers entering the market.

August 2024 • 2 min

Paysera acquires virtual POS creator and enters POS business

As May 2025 approaches, when all Lithuanian merchants will be required to provide fiscal receipt data to the State Tax Inspectorate (STI) in real-time, the financial technology company Paysera is entering the cash register business. The company has invested in the virtual POS of the start-up MB Brand Lions and will continue its development. The financial details of the deal remain confidential.

June 2024 • 3 min

Anticipating Money 20/20: Paysera on Innovation, Expansion, and Partnerships

As the biggest fintech event in Europe – Money 20/20 – approaches, we speak with Paysera executives Marijus and Justina, who will be attending the event, about the company's vision to transform into a super app, ambitious expansion plans, and the continuous implementation of innovations, especially artificial intelligence (AI), in their daily operations.

May 2024 • 4 min

Paysera delivers solid 2023 results: stability, profitability, and innovation

Paysera LT, UAB, a key player in the Paysera group based in Lithuania, has announced its audited 2023 financial results, showcasing the company's strong performance in terms of stability and profitability. The fintech company also introduced innovative solutions and service enhancements for its clients throughout the year.

May 2024 • 4 min

Gold Rush: Lithuanians rushed to lock in profits from rising metal prices, which could rise even further

As gold prices soared to unprecedented heights in April, Lithuanian companies dealing in the precious metal, such as Florinus and Paysera, observed a divergence in investor behaviour.

April 2024 • 4 min

Paysera starts accepting e-commerce payments via Apple Pay

Paysera, a leading fintech company serving over 13,000 e-shops, has announced the integration of Apple Pay into its payment solution, enabling online merchants to accept and buyers to make payments using Apple Pay.

April 2024 • 4 min

Paysera named "Fintech of the Year" in Albania

Paysera has been awarded "Fintech of the Year" by the Chamber of Commerce and Industry Tirana for its pioneering work in digital payments and financial services in Albania.

February 2024 • 2 min

You can now top up your Paysera account from Mastercard and Maestro cards

The fintech company Paysera now enables clients to deposit money into their accounts using Mastercard and Maestro cards issued by other financial institutions. This top-up method is simple and similar to paying by card in an e-shop.

January 2024 • 2 min

E-shops experienced a 28% increase in shopper spending over the Black Friday weekend

Shopper spending in e-shops in Baltic states increased by 28 per cent, compared to spending on a typical November day, during the Black Friday weekend. Also, according to Paysera, which processes payments for about 13 thousand e-shops, the average basket amount slightly increased as well compared to last year.

December 2023 • 2 min

In 2022 Paysera increased the funds held in accounts, planned structural changes, and improved client service

"Paysera LT", one of the longest-operating Fintech companies in the Baltic countries, recorded an increase in client funds in accounts last year. Meanwhile, the company's main priority last year as well as this year remains the transformation process.

May 2023 • 4 min.

Love is blind: single women are being conned by 'United Nations surgeons' and men by 'beautiful Instagram models'

Before Valentine's Day last year, Netflix released a documentary called The Tinder Swindler. Following a global uproar, dating platforms removed the profile of the film's scammer, Simon Leviev. But is online dating safer a year later? Probably not. Because for a lonely person, the desire to have a relationship and find love is often stronger than the ability to keep a cool head, and there are plenty of people who may want to take advantage of this.

February 2023 • 4 min

Paysera introduces new Visa card designs!

You may have already noticed the new Visa card designs that Paysera offers. It would be hard not to, as they do tend to stand out! So how do they fit our rebranding process, and why are both designs so important for our brand? You’re about to find out!

January 2023 • 3 min

Paysera increases equity capital to 18 million EUR, clients will be able to keep more funds in their accounts for free

Paysera, a financial technology company that processes e-commerce transactions and provides payment services, has increased its equity capital from 11 million EUR to 18 million EUR.

January 2023 • 3 min

8 ways scammers can steal your bank card details without you noticing

My card is safely sitting in my wallet but someone else is using it to pay online. This is not a trailer for a film about stolen identity. This is an increasingly common type of crime. It only takes a little carelessness, being in the wrong place at the wrong time, and your card details can end up in the hands of fraudsters without you even knowing it.

Marijus Plančiūnas, Head of Paysera Information Systems

September 2022 • 4 min