Beyond by RS2, the innovation brand of RS2 Financial Services GmbH, has attained Principal Issuing Member status with Visa in Europe. This achievement enables the company to directly issue Visa cards and to launch and manage comprehensive payment card programs across the European Union (EU) and European Economic Area (EEA).
This new status strengthens Beyond by RS2’s position as an end-to-end payment partner. The company now combines issuing, acquiring, and processing services within a regulated framework, supporting banks, fintechs, corporates, and merchants in developing flexible, scalable, and compliant card programs tailored to their specific business models.
The expanded issuing services include BIN sponsorship, which allows businesses to launch card programs without requiring their own license. Beyond by RS2 also offers co-branding solutions, designed to enhance customer loyalty and brand engagement for various organizations, from sports clubs to retailers. The company provides flexible card solutions, including debit, credit, prepaid, and corporate cards, available in both physical and digital formats, with support for Apple Pay and Google Pay.
Furthermore, Beyond by RS2 delivers comprehensive end-to-end program management. This covers all aspects from branded card products and customer support to fraud prevention and compliance. The company leverages its regulatory expertise to assist businesses in launching quickly and securely across the specified European markets.
Jens Mahlke, CEO of RS2 Financial Services GmbH, stated, “Achieving Visa Principal Issuing Member status marks another important milestone in Beyond by RS2’s growth strategy. It allows us to deliver even greater value to our customers and partners by helping them bring innovative payment products – from co-branded cards to full-service issuing – to market faster, while giving them the confidence of operating under our regulated framework.”
Beyond by RS2 offers a one-stop solution for businesses entering the payments market or expanding existing offerings. This includes solutions for employee benefit and expense cards, loyalty programs, fuel cards, and early-wage access. As part of the global RS2 Group, Beyond by RS2 benefits from direct access to payment infrastructure and processing technology, combining advanced technology with regulatory and operational expertise to empower clients and partners in the European market.
