A New U.S. Remittance Tax — Here’s What Paysend Customers Need to Know
Starting January 1, 2026, a new U.S. federal rule introduced a 1% tax on certain international money transfers. If you send money abroad, you may have seen headlines or social posts raising questions — or concerns — about what this means for you.
Here’s the good news upfront:
Paysend customers won’t pay this tax.
In this blog, we explain what’s changing, who it affects, and why sending money with Paysend remains simple, transparent, and tax-free.
What Is the New Federal Remittance Tax?
Under a new U.S. government requirement — part of the One, Big, Beautiful Bill — a 1% federal tax will apply to certain outbound international money transfers from the United States beginning January 1, 2026.
This tax is:
- Mandated by the U.S. government
- Collected by providers when applicable
- Applied industry-wide, not by choice of individual companies
For more detailed information about the legislation and how the remittance tax is structured, we recommend reviewing the official bill documentation on the U.S. government’s website: Visit the One, Big, Beautiful Bill official page (link to full text of the law and provisions).
Who Does the Tax Apply To?
The 1% remittance tax only applies to transfers funded with cash or cash-equivalent payment methods, such as:
- Cash payments made in person at physical locations
- Money orders
- Cashier’s checks
- Similar cash-like instruments
These payment types are common with traditional, cash-based remittance providers.
Which Payment Methods Are Exempt?
Digital funding methods are generally exempt from the federal remittance tax, including:
- Bank transfers
- Debit cards
- Credit cards
- Digital wallets
And this is where Paysend is different.
Why Paysend Customers Don’t Pay the Tax
Paysend operates entirely through digital payment methods. There’s no cash funding — which means the new federal remittance tax does not apply to Paysend transfers.
If you send money with Paysend:
- No cash funding
- No remittance tax
- No changes to how you send
Your experience stays exactly the same with Paysend transfers — fast, transparent, and easy.
The Bottom Line - What to Expect
What’s changing
- A new federal tax exists for certain cash-funded international transfers
- Some providers may need to collect it depending on how customers pay
What’s not changing
- Paysend transfers remain tax-free
- Our rates, speed, and digital experience stay the same
- No action is required from Paysend customers
In short: If you send with Paysend, you’re covered.
No cash. No extra tax. No surprises.
If you have questions, our support team is here to help — and we’ll continue to keep you informed whenever changes matter to you.
The materials on this blog are provided for informational purposes only and do not reflect the opinions of Central Bank of Kansas City, Member FDIC. Blog posts may contain links to content on third-party websites, which are provided for your convenience; please note that linked sites may have a privacy and security policy different from our own, and we cannot attest to the accuracy of information. The Central Bank of Kansas City does not guarantee nor expressly endorse any particular business, product, service, or third-party content.
Последние посты
Sending money internationally has become increasingly digital, especially for people supporting family, paying for education, or managing regular cross-border expenses. Paysend is an international money transfer service that allows users to send money to more than 100 countries, including Colombia, using payment networks such as Visa. Depending on the payout method, transfers can be delivered directly to eligible Visa debit cards, bank accounts, or other supported payout channels.
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