# Citi's Global Payments via Swift

> Citi connects banks to instant cross-border payments through Swift.
- Title: Citi's Global Payments via Swift · Pymnts | Shortify
- Summary: Citi connects banks to instant cross-border payments through Swift. Citi enables bank clients to access multiple cross-border payment markets via a single…
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- Source: Pymnts — https://pymnts.com/news/cross-border-payments/2026/citi-rewires-global-payments-through-single-swift-connection
- Author: PYMNTS
- Published: 2026-09-29T23:05:56+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: citi, swift, global payments, cross-border payments, payments, bank clients, swift ledger, business, finance
## Citi's New Payment Solution
Citi enables bank clients to access multiple cross-border instant payment markets through a single account structure.
## Eliminates Local Banking Needs
This solution removes the need for separate local banking relationships, bilateral agreements, or technical infrastructure.
## Operates on Swift Network
Citi’s offering uses Swift payments and Citi’s Global Clearing network and WorldLink Payment Services.
## Real-Time Access via Swift
Bank clients access real-time payment networks through their existing Swift connection without new infrastructure.
## Debopama Sen on Benefits
Debopama Sen, head of payments at Citi, says this enhances speed, transparency and reach for clients.

> Through our continued collaboration with Swift, we’re helping banks connect to instant payment capabilities across multiple markets through a seamless and scalable model
## Leigh Amaro on Cross-Border Payments
Leigh Amaro, Swift’s Americas CEO, states this collaboration delivers faster, more transparent and predictable cross-border payments.

> this collaboration helps deliver a cross-border payments experience that is faster, more transparent and more predictable
## Key takeaway

Citi enables bank clients to access multiple cross-border payment markets via a single Swift connection, eliminating separate local banking needs.