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PIX

Empowering Instant and Secure Payments in Brazil

PIX is an instant payment method developed and supported by Brazil’s Central Bank, designed to streamline and enhance the payment experience for consumers and businesses alike. With over 700 Brazilian financial institutions linked to the platform, PIX has quickly become a dominant force in the country’s payment landscape.

% of coverage
  • Country

    Brazil

  • Population

    216,422,446 people

  • Number of Internet users

    181.8 million

  • Popular payment methods

    Boleto Bancario, Bank Transfers, MasterCard and VISA

% of coverage
  • Domestic Credit Card

    36%

  • International Credit Card

    24%

  • Cash Payments

    19%

  • E-Wallets

    14%

  • Debit Card

    3%

  • Bank Transfers

    3%

  • Other

    1%

Payment Method Overview
  • Type:Bank transfer
  • Currency:Brazilian Real
  • % of coverage:71% of the population (2022)
  • Money transfers to date:1.3 trillion
  • Total customers:119 million
  • Refunds:Yes
  • Chargebacks:No

About payment system

With a staggering customer base of 119 million users, PIX allows shoppers to make online purchases and in-store payments effortlessly through QR codes. The process is simple: customers use their banking or wallet app to scan the QR code provided by the merchant, and within seconds, the payment is confirmed and the funds are transferred in real-time from the customer’s account to the payment service provider.

One of the key advantages of PIX is its instantaneous payment confirmation, providing users with the flexibility and convenience of making transactions anytime, day or night. Gone are the days of waiting for business hours or enduring lengthy bank transfer processes. Furthermore, PIX ensures the utmost security by adhering to Brazil’s Central Bank regulations, protecting against fraud and money laundering.

Merchants also benefit immensely from the PIX system. They can receive payment confirmations almost immediately after a sale, leading to improved cash-flow management and better business relationships. Moreover, the platform’s free and real-time nature minimizes transaction costs and reduces the risk of fraud, making it particularly appealing to digital businesses. 

As PIX evolves, Brazil’s Central Bank is actively exploring features that will enable offline and international transactions, further solidifying PIX’s status as a revolutionary payment platform with global potential.

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Payment flow

The customer selects Visa as their payment option and enters their credit card details to complete the payment.

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