Shopify Payments Expansion: A Game-Changer for Merchants in 17 New Countries
Shopify has just unlocked a major milestone for global merchants. With the latest expansion of Shopify Payments to 17 new countries, ecommerce businesses in emerging markets can now access a fully integrated, local-friendly, and conversion-optimized payment solution — right from their Shopify dashboard.
What Is Shopify Payments?
Shopify Payments is Shopify’s built-in payment gateway that enables merchants to:
- Accept major credit and debit cards
- Enable local payment methods
- Offer accelerated checkouts via Shop Pay, Apple Pay, Google Pay
- Receive payouts in local currencies
- Eliminate third-party transaction fees
It’s a seamless, secure, and scalable solution — native to the Shopify platform.
Why This Expansion Matters
Shopify Payments is now available in:
Lithuania, Poland, Norway, Latvia, Hungary, Estonia, Malta, Croatia, Greece, Slovenia, Cyprus, Bulgaria, Liechtenstein, Luxembourg, Gibraltar, Mexico and Czech Republic
Merchants in these regions previously faced:
- High gateway costs
- Limited support for local currencies
- Checkout redirects lowering conversion rates
Shopify Payments now solves these problems with an integrated solution that enhances both the merchant and customer experience.
Market Growth: Untapped Potential
- Poland: €33B projected ecommerce market by 2029
- Mexico: $176B projected by 2026
- Baltic countries: High mobile usage, underserved UX
- Greece: Accelerated digital adoption post-pandemic
Power Commerce helps brands expand across these markets with localization, tax, and payment setup support.
Key Benefits for Merchants
- No Extra Transaction Fees: Save 1–2% by avoiding third-party fees
- Faster Checkout: Shop Pay boosts conversion rates by up to 72%
- Major & Local Payment Methods: Visa, Mastercard, Klarna, Bancontact, iDEAL, UnionPay
- Local Currency Payouts: Receive funds in EUR, PLN, MXN, NOK, and more
- On-Site, Mobile-Optimized Checkout: No redirects, responsive design, secure payments
How to Enable Shopify Payments
- Go to Settings > Payments in your Shopify admin
- Click Activate Shopify Payments
- Enter business and bank details
- Upload identity documents
- Enable cards, wallets, and local methods
- Go live!
Need help? Power Commerce can handle activation, localization, and tax compliance per region.
Shopify Payments vs. Third-Party Gateways
| Feature | Shopify Payments | External Gateways |
|---|---|---|
| Integration | Native | Manual setup |
| Checkout UX | On-site | Often redirects |
| Extra Fees | None | 1–2% Shopify surcharge |
| Local Currency | Yes | Sometimes |
| Shop Pay Support | Included | Not guaranteed |
| Unified Reporting | Yes | Requires syncing |
Power Commerce: Your Trusted Shopify Payments Integration Partner
As a certified Shopify Plus Partner, Power Commerce helps brands:
- Set up and optimize Shopify Payments
- Enable local wallets, Shop Pay, and tax compliance
- Expand globally with Shopify Markets and multi-currency support
- Migrate from legacy gateways like PayU, Stripe, etc.
Get a Free Shopify Payments Audit →
FAQs
Q: What happens to my existing gateway?
A: It stays active, but Shopify Payments becomes your default.
Q: How fast are payouts?
A: 3–5 days for most regions, 7 days in Mexico.
Q: Is it secure?
A: Yes — it’s PCI-compliant and includes fraud protection.
Q: Do I need a developer?
A: No — but to fully localize, Power Commerce can assist with expert setup.
Ready to Accept Payments Like a Pro?
Shopify Payments is now live in 17 new markets. Don’t wait to start saving on fees, speeding up checkouts, and scaling globally.
Talk to Power Commerce and Activate Shopify Payments Today →
