Revolut, the leading financial technology company, has recently introduced an innovative solution called RevTags, aiming to revolutionize the world of international money transfers and directly challenge the traditional system operated by SWIFT (Society for Worldwide Interbank Financial Telecommunication).
SWIFT has long been the standard for transferring money globally, but it often involves high fees, inadequate security, and time-consuming processes. Revolut plans to disrupt this system by introducing an alternative method that promises significant advantages for businesses and individuals alike.
What are RevTags?
RevTags are unique identifiers introduced by Revolut, ensuring faster and more secure cross-border transactions. They are alphanumeric codes assigned to each user’s account and replace the need for traditional bank details when sending or receiving funds, eliminating the possibility of any errors or delays in the process.
This innovative system will vastly simplify transactions, making it much easier for businesses to conduct global trade and for individuals to send money to friends and family overseas without any hassle. With RevTags, users can initiate transfers instantly, and the funds are received almost instantaneously at the recipient’s end, regardless of the time zone.
Advantages of RevTags over SWIFT
- No Swift codes or IBAN numbers required
- Avoid expensive transfer fees
- Real-time and near-instantaneous transfers
- Enhanced security and fraud protection
- Effortlessly send money 24/7
How to use RevTags?
To benefit from this revolutionary payment solution, users need to have a Revolut account. They can easily generate their unique RevTags within the app and associate them with their preferred bank accounts. Subsequently, they can share these RevTags with counterparties for smooth, efficient, and rapid money transfers.
Revolut’s commitment to simplifying financial services remains unwavering, and the introduction of RevTags demonstrates their determination to challenge established norms and enable users to carry out international transactions without any limitations.
In an increasingly globalized world, where international trade and personal connections span across borders, Revolut’s RevTags offer a compelling alternative to the traditional and often outdated methods of SWIFT. With RevTags, Revolut is well-positioned to disrupt the status quo and bring about a fundamental shift in how money moves around the world.