{"id":20050,"date":"2026-07-14T09:22:27","date_gmt":"2026-07-14T03:52:27","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blogrevamp.cashfree.com\/?p=20050"},"modified":"2026-07-14T09:22:31","modified_gmt":"2026-07-14T03:52:31","slug":"sepa-payments","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/blogrevamp.cashfree.com\/sepa-payments\/","title":{"rendered":"What Are SEPA Payment Transfers? A Guide for Indian Businesses"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_81 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-custom ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-6a8ef6e962c3f\" class=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-label\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #364250;color:#364250\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #364250;color:#364250\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/label><input type=\"checkbox\"  id=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-6a8ef6e962c3f\"  aria-label=\"Toggle\" \/><nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/blogrevamp.cashfree.com\/sepa-payments\/#What_is_SEPA\" >What is SEPA?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/blogrevamp.cashfree.com\/sepa-payments\/#Type_of_SEPA_Payment_Schemes\" >Type of SEPA Payment Schemes<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/blogrevamp.cashfree.com\/sepa-payments\/#Countries_Participating_in_SEPA\" >Countries Participating in SEPA<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/blogrevamp.cashfree.com\/sepa-payments\/#Countries_NOT_Participating_in_SEPA\" >Countries NOT Participating in SEPA<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/blogrevamp.cashfree.com\/sepa-payments\/#How_does_SEPA_Payment_Schemes_work\" >How does SEPA Payment Schemes work?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/blogrevamp.cashfree.com\/sepa-payments\/#Do_They_Apply_Exclusively_to_Euro_Transactions\" >Do They Apply Exclusively to Euro Transactions?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/blogrevamp.cashfree.com\/sepa-payments\/#How_to_Receive_SEPA_Payments_in_India\" >How to Receive SEPA Payments in India?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/blogrevamp.cashfree.com\/sepa-payments\/#Frequently_Asked_Questions\" >Frequently Asked Questions<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you plan to take your business to European countries, then this article is surely going to help you understand the importance of SEPA transfers. So, whether you are a small business owner, a large enterprise, or a freelancer who has clients in Europe, then learning about SEPA transfers might help you to comprehend the transactions and transfers better.<br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">So, in this article, we\u2019ll demystify SEPA, gaining a deeper understanding of how it works. We will also explore how an Indian entrepreneur can seamlessly leverage its capabilities to collect payments from your EU clientele.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"h-what-is-a-single-euro-payments-area-sepa\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_SEPA\"><\/span>What is SEPA?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">SEPA stands for Single Euro Payments Area, It is a standardized transaction framework introduced by the EU to streamline the process of cashless payments across Euro-using nations. SEPA serves European governmental entities, businesses, and individuals alike. This method facilitates various payment modes such as direct debit, credit transfers, and instant card transfers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">SEPA payments offer a seamless mechanism to execute transactions across diverse countries. It enables individuals and entities to make <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cashfree.com\/international-payments\/international-wire-transfer\/?utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=organic&amp;utm_campaign=sepa-payments\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-vivid-purple-color\">cross-border payments<\/mark><\/strong><\/a> amongst themselves with the same convenience and expense as domestic dealings.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This initiative is under the governance and oversight of the European Payment Council (EPC). It is endorsed for application in <strong>27 EU <\/strong>and <strong>nine additional European nations <\/strong>where the <strong>Euro currency<\/strong> is shared. Currently, it facilitates over 43 billion transactions annually.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"h-how-to-make-a-single-euro-payments-area-transfer\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Type_of_SEPA_Payment_Schemes\"><\/span><strong>Type of SEPA Payment Schemes<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A Single Euro Payments Area (SEPA)&nbsp; includes four payment processing schemes:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>1. SEPA Credit Transfer (SCT)<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">SEPA Credit Transfers is a payment scheme that facilitates electronic payments between two different bank accounts. SEPA Credit Transfer is based on straight through processing which works on initiation and reconciliation. The transfers are made in euros and are popular for consumer transactions in SEPA nations. It is commonly used for cross-border payments across Europe with simplified processing, lower transaction costs, and faster settlement times. Unlike international wire transfers, SCT follows a unified payment framework, making euro transactions across SEPA countries as simple as domestic bank transfers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>2. SEPA Instant Credit Transfer (SCT Inst)<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">SEPA Instant Credit Transfer, simply means as the name itself, it is an instant payment system that allows euro (\u20ac) transfers between bank accounts in SEPA-participating countries within seconds, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, including weekends and holidays. It is an advanced version of the standard SEPA Credit Transfer designed for real-time payments across Europe. This means businesses and individuals can send and receive payments instantly without waiting for banking hours.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>3. SEPA Core Direct Debit<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">SEPA Direct Debit or SDD allows businesses or organizations to collect payments directly from a customer\u2019s bank account after receiving authorization (mandate). SEPA Core Direct Debit is used for both consumers and businesses. It is commonly used in cases of subscriptions, utility bills, customer protection and refund rights.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>4. SEPA Direct Debit B2B<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" id=\"h-how-to-make-a-single-euro-payments-area-transfer\">SEPA Direct Debit B2B is a payment scheme designed specifically for business-to-business transactions. It allows one business to collect payments directly from another business\u2019s bank account after receiving approval or authorization. Unlike the standard SEPA Direct Debit scheme, which is used for consumer payments, SDD B2B is meant only for companies and commercial transactions. Businesses commonly use this scheme for <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cashfree.com\/recurring-payment\/\"><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-vivid-cyan-blue-color\">recurring payments<\/mark><\/a> such as, subscription services, membership fees, vendor payments and regular business transactions. It is mostly favoured by businesses, as it offers faster payment processing, designed only for businesses, has no refund option after payment authorization and suitable for recurring commercial payments.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Countries_Participating_in_SEPA\"><\/span><strong>Countries Participating in SEPA<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">SEPA includes all countries in the European Union, European Economic Area, and also a few additional countries and territories.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Full List of SEPA Participating Countries<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td><strong>Country<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>SEPA Status<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Austria<\/td><td>Participating<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Belgium<\/td><td>Participating<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Bulgaria<\/td><td>Participating<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Croatia<\/td><td>Participating<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Cyprus<\/td><td>Participating<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Czech Republic<\/td><td>Participating<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Denmark<\/td><td>Participating<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Estonia<\/td><td>Participating<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Finland<\/td><td>Participating<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>France<\/td><td>Participating<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Germany<\/td><td>Participating<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Greece<\/td><td>Participating<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Hungary<\/td><td>Participating<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Ireland<\/td><td>Participating<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Italy<\/td><td>Participating<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Latvia<\/td><td>Participating<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Lithuania<\/td><td>Participating<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Luxembourg<\/td><td>Participating<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Malta<\/td><td>Participating<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Netherlands<\/td><td>Participating<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Poland<\/td><td>Participating<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Portugal<\/td><td>Participating<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Romania<\/td><td>Participating<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Slovakia<\/td><td>Participating<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Slovenia<\/td><td>Participating<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Spain<\/td><td>Participating<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Sweden<\/td><td>Participating<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Non-EU Countries Also in SEPA<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td><strong>Country<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Note<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Iceland<\/td><td>EEA member<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Liechtenstein<\/td><td>EEA member<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Norway<\/td><td>EEA member<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Switzerland<\/td><td>Non-EU but participates<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>United Kingdom<\/td><td>Still part of SEPA after Brexit<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Monaco<\/td><td>Participating territory<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>San Marino<\/td><td>Participating<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Andorra<\/td><td>Participating<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Vatican City<\/td><td>Participating<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Montenegro<\/td><td>Participating<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Albania<\/td><td>Participating<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>North Macedonia<\/td><td>Participating<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Moldova<\/td><td>Participating<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Serbia<\/td><td>Participating<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Countries_NOT_Participating_in_SEPA\"><\/span><strong>Countries NOT Participating in SEPA<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Countries that are outside the SEPA network cannot use SEPA transfers directly. Payments to these countries are usually processed through:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>SWIFT transfers<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>International wire transfers<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Correspondent banking networks<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td><strong>Country<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Reasons<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>India<\/td><td>Outside Europe<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>United States of America<\/td><td>Uses domestic ACH\/wire systems<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Canada<\/td><td>Not part of SEPA<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>China<\/td><td>Uses local banking system<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Japan<\/td><td>Separate banking network<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Australia<\/td><td>Not eligible for SEPA<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>United Arab Emirates<\/td><td>Uses SWIFT\/international transfers<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Singapore<\/td><td>Non-European country<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Pakistan<\/td><td>Not part of European payment area<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Bangaldesh<\/td><td>Non-SEPA banking region<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_does_SEPA_Payment_Schemes_work\"><\/span><strong>How does SEPA Payment Schemes work?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A <strong>SEPA Credit Transfer (SCT)<\/strong> allows individuals and businesses to send euro payments electronically between bank accounts within SEPA-participating countries. The process is designed to make cross-border euro transfers simple, secure, and fast.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Step-by-Step Process of SEPA Credit Transfer<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>1. Payment Initiation<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The sender starts the transfer through their bank\u2019s online banking platform, mobile app, or branch by entering:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Recipient\u2019s name<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>IBAN (International Bank Account Number)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Transfer amount in euros (\u20ac)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Payment reference or description<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>2. Bank Verification<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The sender\u2019s bank verifies:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Account balance availability<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Accuracy of payment details<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>SEPA eligibility of the beneficiary bank<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>3. Transfer Processing<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Once approved, the payment is processed through the SEPA network using standardized European payment protocols. The transaction is securely routed between participating financial institutions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>4. Funds Transfer to Recipient Bank<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The beneficiary\u2019s bank receives the payment instructions and credits the amount to the recipient\u2019s account.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>5. Payment Completion<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In most cases, the recipient receives the funds within one business day. Some banks may process instant SEPA payments within seconds if they support SEPA Instant Credit Transfer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"h-do-they-apply-exclusively-to-euro-transactions\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_They_Apply_Exclusively_to_Euro_Transactions\"><\/span>Do <strong>They<\/strong> Apply Exclusively to Euro Transactions?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">SEPA (Single Euro Payments Area) transfers exclusively pertain to payments conducted in Euros. They do not replace other forms of payment in Single Euro Payments Area countries, particularly those involving currencies other than the Euro. Transactions involving non-Euro currencies continue to exist and utilise different payment schemes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"h-how-to-receive-sepa-payments-in-india\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_Receive_SEPA_Payments_in_India\"><\/span>How to Receive SEPA Payments in India?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you&#8217;re a freelancer\/small business owner in India collaborating with clients in the EU, SEPA can be a convenient way for your clients to make payments to you. While Europe widely uses SEPA, India isn&#8217;t part of this region.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">However, there&#8217;s a practical solution for receiving SEPA payments even if you&#8217;re based in India. Platforms like <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cashfree.com\/?utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=organic&amp;utm_campaign=sepa-payments\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-vivid-purple-color\">Cashfree Payments<\/mark><\/strong><\/a> offer an effective workaround. They enable you to efficiently collect Euro payments from clients through a virtual SEPA account. This means you don&#8217;t need to hold a traditional SEPA bank account in a SEPA-zone country. Instead, Cashfree provides you with the tools to easily receive Euro payments and then transfer the funds to your Indian INR bank account. This approach combines the simplicity of local SEPA transfers with the global accessibility of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cashfree.com\/international-payments\/international-wire-transfer\/?utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=organic&amp;utm_campaign=sepa-payments\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-vivid-purple-color\">cross-border transactions<\/mark><\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The core of this offering is both simple and impactful. You can acquire a local Single Euro Payments Area account to seamlessly receive Euro payments. Moreover, the settlement of these payments in India is efficient and cost-effective. With a competitive fee structure, Cashfree Payments ensures a hassle-free way to access your funds while effectively managing costs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In conclusion, Cashfree Payments presents an accessible solution for Indian businesses to embrace the benefits of SEPA payments without the need for a physical presence in the Single Euro Payments Area zone. By streamlining the process, Cashfree helps freelancers and small business owners expand their global reach and simplify cross-border transactions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Frequently_Asked_Questions\"><\/span><strong>Frequently Asked Questions<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>What is the difference between SEPA and SWIFT?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">SEPA is designed specifically for euro payments within SEPA-participating countries, while SWIFT is a global messaging network used for international bank transfers in multiple currencies. SEPA transfers are usually faster and cheaper because they follow a standardized European payment framework. SWIFT payments may take longer and involve higher charges due to intermediary banks.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>How long does a SEPA payment take?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A standard SEPA Credit Transfer usually takes up to one business day to process. However, SEPA Instant Credit Transfer allows funds to be transferred within seconds, 24\/7, including weekends and holidays. The exact processing time may vary depending on the banks involved and the type of SEPA payment used.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Can businesses outside Europe use SEPA payments?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Businesses outside the SEPA region generally cannot use SEPA payments directly unless they have a bank account with a SEPA-participating financial institution or the country is a participant of SEPA payment scheme. This is because both the sending and receiving banks usually need to support SEPA standards.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>What details are required for a SEPA transfer?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">To make a SEPA transfer, users generally need the recipient\u2019s name, IBAN (International Bank Account Number), payment amount in euros, and sometimes the BIC (Bank Identifier Code). The transaction must usually be made in euros (\u20ac), and both banks should support SEPA payments.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>What is SEPA? How to do SEPA transfers or receive SEPA Payments in India? 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