Retail payments, PAYA and SATNA: how settlement works

PaymentsBy: S. Mohsen Shahmoradi2 min readSource: CBI
Retail payments, PAYA and SATNA: how settlement works

1Introduction

In Iran, interbank transfers use card-to-card via Shetab, PAYA for batched transfers, and SATNA for large real-time transfers.

2Discussion

Each has its own limits, timing and fees; choosing well cuts cost and time for bulk payments such as payroll.

3Conclusion

For fintechs, understanding this infrastructure enables honest UX: users should know exactly when their money arrives.

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همفکران فناوری شریفThis article summarises the official sources cited, prepared by the Hamfekran Fanavari Sharif team for finance leaders.
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