International merchant accounts can be a valuable tool for businesses that travel outside of the United States or Europe, but how do you know if you should get one? The answer is simple. If you are running a business that regularly accepts payments from customers outside of your country, then getting an international merchant account is essential.

Payment processing is one of the main challenges small businesses face in today’s global economy. Managing multiple currencies, card expiration dates and payment policies can be just as challenging as it sounds.