Can I use Square for pos & payments in Medellín?

Square doesn't currently onboard businesses based in Colombia. If your company is registered in one of its supported markets you can use it for that entity; otherwise a Globe multi-currency account (powered by WorldFirst) is available from Medellín today.

How do I get started from Medellín?

Follow the link to Square, complete the online sign-up and verify your details digitally. Most setups are quick and require no branch visit.

Is Globe Digital Bank a bank in Colombia?

No. Globe Digital Bank is a marketing platform, not a bank. Services are provided by regulated partners — such as Square — each licensed in the markets where they operate.

Are there other pos & payments options for Medellín?

Yes. Globe lists several vetted partners in this category. Square is our lead recommendation, but you can compare the alternatives and pick what fits your situation.

POS & payments in Medellín

Point of Sale & Card Payments in Medellín

For point of Sale & Card Payments in Medellín, Colombia, Globe Digital Bank recommends Square. Accept card payments in person and online, run a storefront, track inventory and manage bookings and reporting from a single point-of-sale platform. Open online and manage everything from one dashboard.

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Availability in Colombia

Square doesn't yet let businesses based in Colombia sign up directly. It currently operates in the United States, Canada, Australia, Japan, the United Kingdom, Ireland, France and Spain. If you run — or plan to register — a company in one of those markets, which is common for Medellín founders selling to customers abroad, you can use Square for that entity. To hold and move Colombian peso locally from Medellín in the meantime, a Globe multi-currency account (powered by WorldFirst) works today.

What you get with Square

Real-time sales and cash-flow reporting
Order card readers and terminals that sync automatically
Take payments online with a free storefront and checkout links
Track inventory across in-person and online channels
Transparent per-transaction pricing, no long lock-ins
Accept chip, tap and mobile-wallet payments in person

Who uses this in Medellín

Cafés & hospitality

Ring up orders fast, manage menus and track daily sales in real time.

Retail & pop-ups

Take card and contactless payments in-store or on the go with a reader that syncs to your dashboard.

Services & appointments

Let clients book online, send reminders and take payment at checkout.

Medellín, Colombia

People and businesses in Medellín lose real money to hidden fees and clunky systems. Globe recommends Square for point of Sale & Card Payments because it is transparent, digital-first and quick to set up.

POS & payments in Medellín: FAQ

Can I use Square for pos & payments in Medellín?: Square doesn't currently onboard businesses based in Colombia. If your company is registered in one of its supported markets you can use it for that entity; otherwise a Globe multi-currency account (powered by WorldFirst) is available from Medellín today.
How do I get started from Medellín?: Follow the link to Square, complete the online sign-up and verify your details digitally. Most setups are quick and require no branch visit.
Is Globe Digital Bank a bank in Colombia?: No. Globe Digital Bank is a marketing platform, not a bank. Services are provided by regulated partners — such as Square — each licensed in the markets where they operate.
Are there other pos & payments options for Medellín?: Yes. Globe lists several vetted partners in this category. Square is our lead recommendation, but you can compare the alternatives and pick what fits your situation.

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