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Pay By Bank Payments for Shopify merchants targeting Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus and 23 more

Increase Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus and 23 more checkout conversion with Pay By Bank Payments

Merchants can expand their payment options by offering a secure and straightforward bank transfer method to customers across multiple European markets.

Built for stronger local trust and smoother checkout in Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus and 23 more.

As a bank transfer method, Pay By Bank Payments provides a reliable way to receive funds directly from customers' bank accounts. It is suitable for markets like Austria, Belgium, and others, offering full refund support without the risk of chargebacks.

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Pay By Bank Payments payment method guide for Shopify merchants targeting AT and BE and BG

Trusted Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus and 23 more Payment Method

Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus and 23 more focusLocal favouriteHigh conversion in Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus and 23 more

Official Shopify App Store listing

Install Pay By Bank Payments for your Shopify store

Open the official Shopify App Store listing, review the details, and install in a few clicks.

Fast setup. Secure install. Opens in a new tab.

Payment Method Details

Market Fit

Primary marketAustria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus and 23 more
Consumer currencyEUR, GBP
Merchant availabilityAustria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus and 23 more

Capabilities

Refund supportSupports full, multiple, and partial refunds.
Recurring supportNot supported
Settlement currencyEUR, GBP

Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus and 23 more focus

Strong local relevance for merchants targeting Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus and 23 more.

Standard coverage

Standard payment coverage without an additional assurance layer.

Secure authentication

Uses a secure flow to complete the customer payment step.

Bank Transfer positioning

Bank Transfer with strong domestic checkout fit for Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus and 23 more.

PCI-aware payment infrastructure
Secure bank authentication
No unnecessary card-detail exposure

Conversion insight

Why Pay By Bank Payments can improve local checkout performance

A local payment method can remove hesitation at the final payment step. For merchants selling into Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus and 23 more, the gain is usually less about adding another button and more about matching buyer expectation, pricing context, and local checkout trust.

Market fit

Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus and 23 more

Designed for local checkout familiarity in Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus and 23 more.

Currency readiness

EUR, GBP

Supports local pricing expectations and payment operations.

Checkout confidence

Standard

Built to reduce friction and improve payment trust at the final step.

Payment stack strategy

Local + global balance

The strongest setup usually combines a trusted local method with broader international coverage. For Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus and 23 more, that often means leading with Pay By Bank Payments while keeping cards and PayPal available for wider buyer preference coverage.

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Install Pay By Bank Payments on Shopify

Fast setup. Secure install. Opens in a new tab.

What Pay By Bank Payments is

Pay By Bank Payments allows Shopify merchants to accept direct bank transfers from customers.

Pay By Bank Payments is a straightforward payment method that facilitates direct bank transfers, enhancing payment security and reliability for both merchants and customers.

This method is available in numerous European markets, including Austria, Belgium, and Bulgaria, making it an excellent choice for merchants targeting these regions.

Wide Market Reach

Available in over 25 European markets, including Austria and Belgium.

Secure Transactions

Direct bank transfers reduce the risk of fraud and chargebacks.

Flexible Refunds

Supports full, multiple, and partial refunds for customer satisfaction.

Why Pay By Bank Payments matters

Pay By Bank Payments is crucial for merchants seeking secure and widespread payment options.

European Market Access

Enables merchants to tap into a wide range of European customers.

Reduced Fraud Risk

Direct bank transfers minimize the possibility of fraudulent transactions.

Customer Trust

Offers a familiar and trusted payment method for European consumers.

Comprehensive Refunds

Provides flexible refund options to enhance customer service.

How Pay By Bank Payments works

The payment process involves a straightforward bank transfer flow.

1

Customer selects the method

The customer chooses Pay By Bank Payments at checkout.

2

Customer initiates transfer

The customer authorizes a bank transfer from their account.

3

Bank processes payment

The customer's bank processes the payment and transfers funds.

4

Merchant receives confirmation

The merchant receives confirmation of the payment and processes the order.

When to use Pay By Bank Payments

This method is ideal for merchants targeting European markets.

Ideal scenarios

  • European market expansion
  • Secure payment processing
  • Minimizing fraud risk

Not ideal

  • Merchants needing recurring or subscription-based billing
  • Checkouts requiring a one-click saved-payment-method flow

Merchant considerations

Merchants should consider these aspects before enabling Pay By Bank Payments.

Market Availability

Ensure the method is supported in your target markets.

No Recurring Payments

This method does not support automated recurring payments.

No One-Click Checkout

Customers cannot use one-click checkout with this method.

Refund Process

Understand the refund process to manage customer expectations.

Integration Requirements

Review any integration requirements with your Shopify store.

Compare Pay By Bank Payments with common alternatives

Pay By Bank Payments is the best choice when local checkout fit in Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus and 23 more matters more than generic international coverage.

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Pay By Bank PaymentsBest choice
Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus and 23 more local sales
Credit Card Payments
Credit Card Payments coverage
Paypal
Buyer reassurance

Integration pathway

Enable via your processor

Add the method through your payment service provider or processor configuration.

Connect it to Shopify checkout

Configure the Shopify-compatible payment flow so customers can see the method at checkout.

Optimise with CartDNA

Use CartDNA to prioritise local relevance, compare payment fit, and improve checkout performance.

Popular questions

Frequently asked questions about Pay By Bank Payments for Shopify

What is Pay By Bank Payments on Shopify?
It is a payment method that allows customers to pay via direct bank transfers.
Who should offer Pay By Bank Payments?
Merchants targeting European markets who prioritize secure and reliable payment methods.
Does Pay By Bank Payments support recurring payments?
No, it does not support recurring payments.
Does Pay By Bank Payments support one-click checkout?
No, it does not support one-click checkout.
What should merchants review before enabling Pay By Bank Payments?
Merchants should review market availability, integration requirements, and the refund process.

Increase Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus and 23 more conversions with Pay By Bank Payments

Enable local payments and reduce checkout drop-off.

Integrating Pay By Bank Payments can enhance your store's payment options by providing a secure and trusted method for European customers. CartDNA helps streamline this integration, ensuring a seamless experience for both merchants and customers. Start optimising in minutes with your existing Shopify setup.