Episode 6: RaaS Explained – How Banks and Fintechs Can Expand Cross-Border Without Licensing
This year, something has shifted. Banks and large fintechs are no longer asking if they should expand cross-border—they’re asking how to do it faster? Reduce regulatory friction? Avoid locking yourself into multi-year commitments?
Some regions like the UK are looking to introduce a fast-track licensing regime, which offers provisional approval for up to 18 months until full authorisation is processed. While it’s a positive step, it’s only available for small fintechs and doesn’t remove the complexity that comes with entering new markets.
That’s why more money service businesses are turning to RaaS (Remittance as a Service) and in this episode we’ll be diving into how it can unlock new revenue and growth.
You’ll discover:
- Why adoption is accelerating – what’s changed, and why banks are reassessing their cross-border strategy now
- What onboarding really looks like – from qualification to integration and going live.
- New revenue opportunities – how to test corridors, capture more value, and grow without being constrained by provisional licences
- Choosing the right RaaS partner – the criteria that matter most when assessing flexibility, compliance, and long-term fit
Tune into the full episode
How to Expand Your SEND Operations in the UK and Europe—Without the Regulatory Hassle
The remittance market in Europe is valued at €133.7 billion annually, with the UK market contributing an additional £23 billion. With over 27 million non-EU citizens in Europe and 10 million migrants in the UK, the potential for businesses to tap into these markets is immense. World Bank Open Data
However, expanding SEND operations across these regions can be a complex and costly process, with significant regulatory hurdles and the need for local bank accounts. RemitONE RaaS (Remittance-as-a-Service) eliminates these challenges by offering a simplified, plug-and-play solution that enables businesses to quickly and efficiently launch and expand their remittance services in the UK and Europe—without the regulatory headaches. With RemitONE, you can fast-track your market entry and scale your operations in just a few weeks, bypassing the complexities of obtaining local regulatory licenses or setting up bank accounts, that can take 12-24 months.
This solution is ideal for fintechs, money transfer operators (MTOs), banks, and other financial service providers looking to monetise cross-border payment corridors, expand their offerings without the burden of complex compliance requirements and launch operations rapidly.
The key benefits of RemitONE RaaS include:
- Cost Efficiency: Significantly reduce upfront costs by eliminating regulatory licenses, bank fees, and administrative expenses.
- Ease of Operation: Simplify your operations by consolidating all remittance functions into one platform, eliminating the need for multiple providers or contracts.
- Market Expansion: Enter over 180 payout countries quickly and tap into new cross-border payment corridors, building brand recognition among diaspora communities.
- Revenue Opportunities: Monetise every transaction with minimal operational overhead, while expanding into new markets without the cost of infrastructure.
With RemitONE RaaS, you can effortlessly expand your SEND operations in the UK and Europe, without the traditional regulatory barriers. To find out how RemitONE can support your business growth, book an exploratory call today using the link below.