Revolut Business and American Express to expand merchant payments options

Following this announcement, Revolut Business merchants and traders in the UK will have the possibility to accept American Express Cards as a payment methods for ecommerce, including through Revolut Gateway, Payment Links, and Tap to Pay on iPhone payments - with the intention of launching more in-person payment solutions later this year.

In addition, Revolut is set to enable its businesses to gain access to American Express’ higher spending, and premium clients, while also supporting the overall development of the latter’s merchants network in the region of the UK. Both financial institutions will continue to focus on meeting the needs, preferences, and demands of users and customers in an ever-evolving market, while prioritising the process of remaining compliant with the regulatory requirements and laws of the local industry as well.

More insights on the Revolut Business x American Express partnership

Through the addition of American Express, Revolut Business is set to offer seven payment methods for merchants at their checkout. This initiative represents the next step in Revolut Business’ strategy of optimising the way merchants maximise payment acceptance tools in order to speed up sales, boost loyalty, as well as accelerate the development of their business. 

In addition, Revolut is expected to enable more businesses across the UK to benefit from accessing loyal and high spending Amex Cardmembers, which will offer an optimised payment experience for customers. 

By accepting Amex payments through Revolut Business, traders will have the needed access to all the perks that are associated with using the account. This includes improved payment acceptance rates, quick transactions, competitive currency conversions, as well as international spending within their Revolut Business account.