The Payments Association

The most influential community in payments, where connections, collaborations and learning shape an industry that works for all.

The Payments Association is the unifying voice of the payments industry, empowering the entire value chain to build an ecosystem that works for all. We represent over 250 member organisations, from banks and fintechs to merchants and payment providers, and deliver essential tools, insight and the UK’s leading payments events, including PAY360 and Financial Crime 360.

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The payments trends report 2025
Cross-Border Payments
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Regulation and Compliance

Wednesday 1st October,

JW Marriott Grosvenor House, London

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The payments trends report 2025
Cross-Border Payments
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Regulation and Compliance

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Become a Member

Be a part of our thriving community, now over 250 strong and counting. Connect with other stakeholders from across the payments value chain, learn from industry experts and peers, and shape the way the industry evolves, all while marketing your products and services more effectively.

Year-round networking and career enhancement​

We host year-round events designed to help our members connect with the right people in the industry and overcome challenges that impact their businesses, as well as their specific job roles. The Payments Association membership benefits your entire company, whether that's the C-suite, marketing, sales, product, or policy teams.

Market-leading payments insights and data​

Unlock a world of content crafted to equip leaders across the payments ecosystem with the insight they need to navigate complexity, respond to change, and stay competitive. From regulatory foresight to consumer behaviour trends, we turn information into action to support confident, informed decision-making.

Policy influence and stakeholder engagement​

As the most influential community in payments, we provide an unparalleled platform for members to connect with regulatory authorities. Gain face time with key industry stakeholders at exclusive closed-door events, and have your voice heard through consultation responses to influence industry policies that directly impact your business.

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Our Award-Winning Intelligence

The payments trends report 2025

A data-led analysis of the key trends shaping payments in 2025, offering clear insight into market shifts, technology adoption, and emerging priorities.

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See what our members have to say

“Our membership with The Payments Association has helped us to increase our company profile within the payments industry in a number of ways. We believe that our membership has helped us to become a more successful player in the payments industry.”
Silvia Capogna, Edenred Payment Solutions
"As the leading community focused organisation in the space we are privileged to be a part of The Payments Association. Engaging with like-minded payments professionals and being a part of the CEO roundtables and projects are just some highlights of our partnership to date."
Jamel Derdour, Group Chief Marketing Officer, Transact365
"The Payments Association provides like-minded professionals a forum to share ideas and come together with a holistic focus on key industry topics."
Mark Hartley, Head of Cards & Payments
"The Payments Association brings together a broad range of industry participants to identify and address prevailing risks and issues. It plays a leading role in looking around corners for the sector and provides an important forum for interaction with regulators."
Max Savoie, Partner, Sidley Austin
"TPA represents and supports the interests of various stakeholders in the payment industry, such as banks, fintechs, merchants, regulators, and consumers. Some of the key outcomes of being a part of a payment association are: Access to information, resources, and support, Opportunity to network and collaborate, Influence on the development and future of payments."
Baljeet Hazell, Sales Development Manager, Edenred Payment Solutions

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