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We move money where it’s needed – turning complex financial challenges into seamless opportunities for our partners.
We remove barriers, cut through complexity, and deliver FX and enhanced payments with speed, security, and clarity. We treat every client as a partner, working together to move money – confidently, compliantly, and without compromise. With decades of trust in the world’s most dynamic markets, we help our clients deliver.
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Coverage of global GDP
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Major banks
About us
We move money
Crown Agents Bank is a transactional banking service provider, regulated in the UK with operations globally. We provide a complete suite of solutions, from enhanced payments and FX to trade finance and deposits. All tailored for organisations operating in emerging markets.
Company history
Trust takes time
With origins dating back to 1833, Crown Agents Bank has built its reputation serving our clients with reliability and trust. As world trade expanded, so did we – adapting, innovating, and opening financial doors across hard-to-reach markets.
Today, we combine heritage with agility to solve tomorrow’s challenges for our clients.
1833
Joint Agents appointed by the British Government
1870
Floated loan bonds on the London Securities market
1971
Crown Agents appointed by DFID for disbursement of UK aid
1989
Crown Agents Bank established
1997
Privatised by UK Government
2016
Acquired by Helios Investment Partners
2017
Launch of EMpower FX online trading platform
2019
Acquisition of Segovia
2023
Parent company, CAB Payments Holdings ltd, floated on London Stock Exchange
2023
B Corp certification
2024
CAB Payments Europe, based in Amsterdam, gains payments licence
2025
Acquired US licence and opened representative office in New York
testimonials
What our clients
say about us
“We operate in countries which are perceived as ‘high risk’ to mainstream banks and money transfer agents, which makes transferring funds to our branch offices and partners slow and complicated. However, since we started using CAB ebanking and Webtrader platforms, many of these issues have been resolved. Funds are sent swiftly and securely, meaning our projects can proceed without the delays previously encountered.
We have also received strong trading support via the WebTrader platform, with competitive rates and reliable execution. The team are always willing to help out and are open to negotiation in order to provide the best deals for our transfers. We have found their customer service to be consistently quick, reliable, and responsive ensuring queries are solved in a prompt hassle-free manner.
Overall, our experience with Crown Agents Bank has been highly positive, and we value the consistency and quality of both their service and trading capabilities.”
STREET CHILD
“Our partnership with Crown Agents Bank was instrumental in navigating the complex challenges we face across African markets. They didn’t just support us, they worked alongside us with their local knowledge and technical expertise, which made a real difference to the business we do.”
Aditya Birla Global Trading
Our awards & accreditations
Hard to source currencies, seamlessly delivered
Access 120+ currencies across 800+ currency pairs
Our currency capabilities span Africa, LATAM , the Caribbean, Asia Pacific and the Middle East, as well as G10 countries. A full list can be found below.
120
currencies and markets
800
currency pairs
Sustainability
Shaping finance as a force for good
We believe that inclusive finance should be more than moving money across borders—it should create a lasting impact. With transparency, inclusion, and access at the heart of every transaction, we play our part in strengthening economies and empowering communities in emerging markets.
2024 Sustainability Report
Becoming a certified B Corp isn’t just a milestone for us at CAB, it’s a reflection of our core values and unwavering commitment to building even better ethical business practices and sustainable operations.
What our B Corp certification means for our clients
As part of a global community of like-minded businesses, CAB is making a positive impact on society and the environment, while attracting clients and employees who share our passion for doing good, helping to move money where it’s needed.
Our B Corp Journey
Our B Impact assessment was based on 2022’s data; you can find our results below, which cover a total of 300 questions on key policies looking at our company’s governance, employee satisfaction, community, and environmental impact. We achieved an overall score of 84.2 which is a great start for us on our sustainability journey given the median score of ordinary businesses who complete the assessment is 50.9. We look forward to strengthening our score when we re-certify in three years.
B Corp certification is regarded as the most rigorous and comprehensive Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) standards, requiring ongoing evidence of a commitment to real business change. The process puts the responsibility on organisations to be more transparent in their ESG progress and take accountability for the impact of their business.
ESG Strategy
We integrate Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) standards into everything we do, guided by our values of integrity, collaboration, client focus and impact.
From evaluating new opportunities, to our role on the board of the United Nations (UN) Global Compact Network UK, to the way in which we guide the growth of our business and work with our employees and clients.
EcoVadis
Crown Agents Bank has been awarded the Platinum Rating by EcoVadis, one of the largest global and most recognised Sustainability rating agencies.
EcoVadis is a trusted provider of business sustainability ratings, intelligence, and collaborative performance improvement tools for global supply chains. Backed by a powerful technology platform, and a global team of domain experts, EcoVadis’ easy-to-use and actionable sustainability scorecards provide detailed insight into environmental, social, and ethical risks across 200 purchasing categories and 160 countries. CAB’s Platinum Sustainability Rating ranks Crown Agents Bank within the top 94th percentile of 90,000+ companies assessed by EcoVadis across 160 countries and over 200+ industries.
Sectors
Markets we specialise in
Central Banks & Governments
Crown Agents Bank has worked alongside central banks and government bodies for decades. Our role is to support stability by making currency transactions and international payments efficient and dependable.
Commercial Banks
We give commercial banks a way to extend their international reach. By connecting them to currencies and markets that are otherwise difficult to access, they can strengthen the service they provide to their clients.
Non-Bank Financial Institutions
For remittance companies, payment providers, and other financial institutions, we act as a bridge into hard-to-reach and emerging markets. Our established relationships and infrastructure make cross-border flows faster and more secure.
