--- title: iBanFirst | Make International Great Again description: Customs fees, banking headaches, complex admin, unpredictable markets... 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At iBanFirst, we've been advocating for a more open business world since day one.   In 2016 we created a new standard for international payments. 2. 10 000 SMM (Small & Medium Multinationals) trust us. 3. We process £1.7 billion in international transactions every month.   And while we can't do anything about customs duties and trade tensions, we can help protect your international financial flows. 1. **1/** **Join 10,000+ businesses taking charge of their international payments** - Run all your transactions from one place with iBanFirst's 'Global Account'. - Set up accounts tailored to your team’s needs.   **2/ Join 10,000+ businesses enjoying safer payments** - Access customised account options. - Track payments in real time.   **3/ Join 10,000+ businesses and protect your margins** - Say goodbye to hidden fees. - Access the most competitive exchange rates. - Benefit from expert tools like forward contracts. 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