Q: Can I order spare or emergency cards?

Yes you can! Simply visit Manage Cards to place a card order in the usual way. Enter SPARE ONE , TWO , THREE , or EMERGENCY ONE , TWO , THREE etc. (whatever you prefer) as the card names, and use placeholder details (such as your own) for the email address, mobile number and date of birth fields - you'll be able to change these later. Keep your cards safe and secure until required. When ready, use the Reassign Card feature to instantly assign cards to a new or existing user, and update the associated email, mobile and date of birth. This will enable the new user to reset the password, sign into the app and activate the card. Please note - you will be unable to change the emboss name on the card.

Question 1

How can I increase my account or card limits?

Accepted Answer

Centtrip accounts and cards are set up with our 'Standard' limits by default. Please contact your Account Manager or Client Support if you would like to request a change to your limits.

You can view our different limits here.

Question 2

How do I make payments to existing recipients in batch?

Accepted Answer

Make multiple payments in one click using our batch payments facility. Whether you are paying salaries, royalties, bills or invoices, batch functionality allows you to upload a spreadsheet to execute multiple payments in one or more currencies, in a few seconds.

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Visit the ‘Payments’ section of your Centtrip account, click ‘CREATE BATCH’ and then select ‘UPLOAD’.
Select 'Create payments for existing recipients'.
Download our batch payments template by clicking ‘EXCEL TEMPLATE’ or ‘CSV TEMPLATE’.
Enter details of each payment into the template, listing one payment per row. Help on how to do this is available below.
Once complete, save the updated file and upload it by clicking 'PICK A FILE...' from your Centtrip account. (If you have been signed out of your account due to inactivity, simpy follow step 1 above to access the relevant page.)
Once uploaded, you will be notified of any errors so that you can amend and re-upload your batch payment spreadsheet.

How to complete your batch payment template

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Nickname – this must match the nickname that was created for your beneficiary in your Centtrip 'Recipients' list.
Currency – the three-letter code of the currency you would like to send, such as GBP, USD, EUR.
Amount – the numerical amount of the currency you would like to send to the beneficiary.
Reason – add a reason for each payment, for example ‘Payment of Invoice’, ‘Friends or Family’, ‘Salary’.
Reference – enter a reference that will help the beneficiary understand the purpose of the payment, such an invoice number or company name.
Card – (optional) if you would like to make the payment using funds held on an associated Centtrip card, please enter the cardholder ID (a number starting with 20000) of the relevant card. Otherwise, leave this field blank.

Hints and tips

When paying a beneficiary for the first time, you will need to add them to your 'Recipient' list. Click here to learn more.
Ensure the nickname entered into the batch payment template file matches the beneficiary nickname which has been set up in the 'Recipients' section of your account.
For each payment, the currency code must match the currency that was specified for the beneficiary when they were added as a recipient.
The first five fields ('Nickname', 'Currency', 'Amount', 'Reason', 'Reference') of the batch payment template are required. The 'Card' field only needs to be completed if you wish to make the payment using funds held on an associated Centtrip card.

Question 3

Can I use my card to make contactless payments?

Accepted Answer

Yes! Being able to make contactless payments on the go with your Centtrip card is a simple and convenient method for making purchases.

However, from time to time you will still be required to insert your card into a card-reader and enter your PIN to verify the payment. This is to help prevent fraud and keep your money secure, wherever you are around the world.

There are also daily and cumulative limits to how much you can spend on your card using the contactless method, which can vary by both country and retailer.

If after successfully making a purchase using your PIN you find you are still unable to make contactless purchases, please contact Centtrip Support so that we may investigate further.

Please note, if your card is new, contactless payments will not be enabled until you have made a purchase using your PIN.

Question 4

How does Centtrip safeguard my account?

Accepted Answer

How do I know my money is safe?

Centtrip Limited is authorised as an Electronic Money Institution (EMI) by the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) to issue e-money. Centtrip is required to safeguard funds received in exchange for e-money that has been issued.

The specific regulations that Centtrip must comply with are set out in detail within:

Regulation 20 of the Electronic Money Regulations 2011 (EMRs);
Payment Services Regulations 2017(PSRs); and
Chapter 10 of the FCA Approach Document.

How does Centtrip safeguard my money?

Centtrip itself only issues e-money to customers for certain types of transactions and in relation to limited number of currencies. All other e-money is issued by PFS Card Services (Ireland) Limited (PCSIL) pursuant to the terms of an authorised distribution agreement that is in place between Centtrip and PCSIL.

Centtrip is the e-money issuer and will safeguard funds on account which are held in the following currencies:

AED/UAE Dirhams
BHD Bahraini Dinar
CNY Chinese Yuan
KWD Kuwaiti Dinar
MXN Mexican Peso
SGD Singapore Dollar

For all other currencies, PCSIL is the e-money issuer.

Centtrip will also safeguard funds for e-money that is issued as part of carrying out the following types of transactions:

Settlement of a FX conversion where funds are received after confirmation and onward payment is made to another account following receipt of the sold currency. This means that e-money will be issued by Centtrip in relation to any payment that is directly related to the settlement of an FX conversion where the sold amount is sent to Centtrip after execution of the transaction and onward payment is being made to another account (and not held on account); and
Settlement of a forward FX conversion. This means that on receipt of the sold currency from the customer, the purchased currency amount is issued as e- money by Centtrip and onward payment made as an e-money related payment.

In all other instances, PCSIL will ensure that relevant funds (which is the Available Balance on the Centtrip Card) are segregated from their operational funds and held in the Customer Funds Account in accordance with the safeguarding requirements of the Electronic Money Regulations 2011. In the event that PCSIL became insolvent those funds would be protected against claims made by any of PCSIL’s creditors.

For e-money issued by Centtrip, we use the segregation method of safeguarding. This means that funds received for e-money are segregated immediately upon receipt and held in safeguarding accounts with our banking partner, Arbuthnot Latham. These funds are held separately from Centtrip’s own operational funds and working capital.

Centtrip does not maintain a safeguarding account for each individual customer. Rather, Centtrip holds pooled accounts in the name of ‘Centtrip Client Money Accounts’ in each currency for the purposes of issuing e-money. Centtrip performs ongoing reconciliations of its safeguarding accounts throughout the working day.

Centtrip’s banking partners have all been requested to provide a warranty that the safeguarded funds will not be used to satisfy or offset any other obligation including those obligations imposed on Centtrip itself. Centtrip’s banking partners and card provider are authorised in the UK and in the European Economic Area (EEA).

Which types of transaction are safeguarded?

In EMRs, safeguarding applies to what are described as 'Relevant Funds'. These are defined as sums received ‘in the form of payment by a payment instrument only have to be safeguarded when they are credited to the EMI’s payment account or are otherwise made available to the EMI, subject to the requirement that they are safeguarded by the end of five business days after the date on which the e-money was issued.’

Centtrip’s own funds must be held on different bank accounts as these monies are not safeguarded.

When does safeguarding apply and for how long?

Safeguarding should start immediately, once 'Relevant Funds' have been ‘credited to the EMI’s payment account or are otherwise made available to the EMI’. Centtrip is then under an obligation to safeguard Relevant Funds up until the point Centtrip has provided a payment instruction to our payment service provider and the funds have been remove from our payment account. At this point, the funds can no longer be said to be within Centtrip’s control.

Can I have confidence in Centtrip’s safeguarding processes?

Centtrip conducts an annual audit of its compliance with the regulatory safeguarding requirements.

has up-to-date documented safeguarding systems and controls;
holds records that demonstrate and explain the rationale behind its safeguarding decisions; and
fully discharges its safeguarding obligations as prescribed by the relevant legislation.

Question 5

How do I make a batch payment with FX?

Accepted Answer

Make hundreds of multi-currency payments effortlessly with Centtrip's FX Batch Payments feature. Upload one spreadsheet containing all payment information and associated currencies, and let Centtrip do the rest.

We'll calculate any FX conversions and process your payments all in one go. Simply choose whether you want to send your payments instantly, or schedule for a later date.

None of the beneficiary details will be saved after payment, keeping your account clear and enabling you to upload updated details for any future payments.

Watch 2- minute video -

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Follow these steps -

Step 1

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Sign into your account and click on 'Buy Currency'. Then, 'CREATE BATCH' and 'UPLOAD'. Can't access this?

Step 2

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Download either the 'EXCEL' or 'CSV TEMPLATE' and enter your FX payments, ensuring you follow the validation requirements. Then, upload your completed file and click 'NEXT'.

Step 3

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Review your payment summary. Here you can enter a name for your batch, refresh the live rate(s) or remove payments from the batch.

Step 4

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Choose whether you would like to send your payment immediately or schedule for a later date, then click 'SUBMIT' or 'SUBMIT FOR APPROVAL' (depending on your permissions)

Step 5

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Follow the steps to verify using an email or SMS generated code. Then 'CONFIRM'.

Step 6

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That's it! If you require approval for payments, your Administrator(s) will be notified and it will be processed once approved. Otherwise, it will be processed instantly (as scheduled).

IMPORTANT - Please ensure you have sufficient funds on your account to cover all payments in the batch. If there are insufficient funds, any associated payments will fail.

How to load additional funds to your account >

Question 6

How can I report on multiple cards and currencies?

Accepted Answer

Your Centtrip account enables you to run tailored transaction reports comprising multiple cards and currencies, over as long a time period as required. Instantly report on all cards linked to your account, or individually select the cards you would like to include.

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Sign into your account and scroll down to the 'CARD BALANCES' section at the bottom of your dashboard.
Individually select the cards to include in your report by clicking the icons next to the relevant cardholder names, or instantly select all using the icon at the top.
Depending on your preference, choose either 'EXPORT XLS' or 'EXPORT PDF'. To include expense receipts in your report, select the PDF format.
Enter a date range of your choice and if you selected PDF format, tick ‘Include Images’ to add the receipts before exporting.
Your report will take a moment to generate and download automatically to your browser.

Hints and tips

Read this quick guide on how to view closed and expired cards
Use this feature when you need to report on cards for a team or department, reconcile cards which are no longer required, or to check whether receipts have been submitted for a particular timeframe.
Click the table headers to sort by that field and use 'SEARCH' to instantly find the card(s) you are looking for.
Choose 'EXPORT PDF' and tick 'Include Images' to include receipts in your report.
Click 'RESET' to unselect all cards.
Access your account dashboard any time by clicking the Centtrip logo.

Question 7

How do I view expenses which are missing receipts?

Accepted Answer

As an Administrator, you can easily view outstanding expenses by applying a quick filter.

Sign into your account and visit Manage Expenses. Open the filters tab and select Without receipts under Receipts. Click Update to apply.

Question 8

Can I order spare or emergency cards?

Accepted Answer

Yes you can! Simply visit Manage Cards to place a card order in the usual way.

Enter SPARE ONE, TWO, THREE, or EMERGENCY ONE, TWO, THREE etc. (whatever you prefer) as the card names, and use placeholder details (such as your own) for the email address, mobile number and date of birth fields - you'll be able to change these later.

Keep your cards safe and secure until required.

When ready, use the Reassign Card feature to instantly assign cards to a new or existing user, and update the associated email, mobile and date of birth. This will enable the new user to reset the password, sign into the app and activate the card.

Please note - you will be unable to change the emboss name on the card.

Question 9

How can I tailor card expenses data?

Accepted Answer

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Question 10

How do I view pending card transactions in the app?

Accepted Answer

Sign into the app and follow the steps below -

From the 'TRANSACTIONS' screen, tap on the magnifying glass icon to expand filters.
Press 'Currency' and select the relevant one.
Tap 'Pending' to view transactions which have not yet cleared for your chosen currency.