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Empowering small businesses to succeed
Small businesses are the core of the global economy, but often face barriers to growth. Visa and Visa Foundation equip them to thrive with access to skills, education, secure digital solutions and catalytic capital.
Small businesses drive the world’s jobs and GDP
In emerging markets, their significance is even more pronounced.
Powering participation, resiliency and growth
Visa and Visa Foundation support small businesses in their efforts to fund, run and grow their enterprises through locally relevant business and financial skills, solutions and partnerships.
Safe, accessible commerce
Small businesses need secure, reliable payment methods to succeed in the digital economy, and Visa embeds world-class security and protections into every transaction.
Digital skills and education
Visa and Visa Foundation have partnerships worldwide that offer education, mentorship, skills and tools that support entrepreneurs at every stage of their business.
Access to capital
Traditional financing can be out of reach for small businesses, so Visa and Visa Foundation enable access to capital through partners and investment funds.
Fueling transaction growth
Today’s customers expect seamless, secure digital payment experiences, and expanding payment acceptance opens doors to new customers and markets. Visa empowers small businesses to thrive by delivering locally relevant, secure solutions that make digital acceptance simple and scalable.
Supporting small businesses around the world
Through innovative partnerships with local nonprofits, governments and organizations, Visa and Visa Foundation are helping entrepreneurs get ahead.