MADFIN has become a Visa Principal Member, expanding its card acquiring capabilities after securing direct membership with Mastercard.
MADFIN, an electronic money institution regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), proudly announces that it has officially become a Principal Member of Visa, gaining direct access to one of the world’s most extensive payment ecosystems.
What makes this moment particularly meaningful is how quickly it was achieved. Founded in 2024, MADFIN has moved with remarkable purpose, and this latest recognition reflects that momentum. Having already established itself as a Principal Member of Mastercard, the Company now holds direct membership with both of the world’s leading card schemes, a position that few institutions of its age can claim.
The path to membership was not straightforward. After preparing and submitting an extensive body of documentation and undergoing a rigorous review process conducted by Visa representatives, MADFIN formally joined the Visa global network. With this accreditation in place, the Company can now accept Visa card payments, giving its clients access to a significantly broader acquiring infrastructure and, with it, greater opportunities to grow and scale their businesses with confidence.
None of this happened in isolation. MADFIN extends its sincere gratitude to Tribe for their partnership throughout this journey, for their expertise, their guidance, and the trust they placed in the Company from the very beginning. Their contribution has been integral to what MADFIN has been able to build.
“In a little over a year, MADFIN has secured Principal Membership with both Mastercard and Visa. That is not a coincidence; it is the result of an unrelenting focus on doing things properly,” said Kristina Sestaka, Director of MADFIN. “We are deeply grateful to Visa for their guidance and for making this process a seamless one. We strongly believe this cooperation will bring lasting value to our clients and to all parties involved.”
The momentum does not stop here. MADFIN has connected Apple Pay and Google Pay, giving clients and their customers a faster, more seamless way to pay. These developments reflect the Company’s commitment to a payments offering that is not only comprehensive in its scheme coverage, but equally modern in its user experience.
MADFIN continues to expand its horizons—forging institutional partnerships, deepening its capabilities, and building toward a future in which it stands among the defining names in United Kingdom card acquiring. Continued investment in its technology, team, and infrastructure will support the next phase of growth.
