The Bank of Lithuania has published a revised pricing schedule for its CENTROlink payment system, cutting operating fees by 50% and adding a high-volume tier under which payments above 1 million per month are priced at EUR 0.003 each. The new fees took effect on 1 May 2025. CENTROlink has more than 130 participants, mainly electronic money institutions and payment institutions, and provides European Economic Area-licensed payment service providers with access to the Single Euro Payments Area via the Bank of Lithuania’s infrastructure. Access remains subject to quality and compliance standards, with ongoing assessment of activities, risks and reputation and a focus on anti-money laundering and counter-terrorist financing controls. The central bank is continuing to expand participation and is offering prospective payment service providers a personal consultation on joining CENTROlink.
Bank of Lithuania 2025-07-28
Bank of Lithuania halves CENTROlink operating fees and introduces EUR 0.003 pricing above 1 million monthly payments
The Bank of Lithuania revised the CENTROlink payment system pricing, cutting operating fees by 50% and adding a high-volume tier for payments over 1 million monthly at EUR 0.003 each. CENTROlink, with over 130 participants, mainly serves electronic money and payment institutions, providing Single Euro Payments Area access. The central bank expands participation, upholds strict compliance standards, and offers consultations for prospective service providers.