What is the EBA's SEPA reporting Decision?

It's a mandate for 27 NCAs to use a single format for SEPA compliance reports, starting 2025, to enable EU-wide oversight.

How does SEPA reporting harmonization affect fintechs?

It simplifies compliance, boosts data transparency, and unlocks AI-powered insights for faster innovation in payments.

NCAs must implement by Q2 2025, with quarterly reporting kicking in shortly after.

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Imagine 27 national regulators finally speaking the same language on SEPA payments. The EBA just made it real with a bold harmonization Decision.

Fintech Pulse Apr 14, 2026 3 min read

EBA mandates unified SEPA reporting format for all 27 NCAs, effective 2025. 𝕏
Standardization enables AI-driven fraud detection and pan-EU dashboards. 𝕏
Echoes Euro 1999 launch; predicts SEPA Data Lake by 2030 for predictive payments. 𝕏

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