How it works

Find out how to navigate the Volopa Business platform.

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Explore our user guide videos tailored to provide step-by-step assistance for managing your cards on the Volopa Business platform.

Wallet

How to fund wallet on the Volopa web app.

Find out how to convert balances.

Find out how to manage your company wallet fund via easy transfer on the Volopa business web platform.

FAQs for wallet

What is it used for? 

You can use your Volopa company wallet to hold funds in up to 14 currencies. You can fund individual employee cards from the company wallet & convert balances from one currency to another. Alternatively, you can just load your base currency and can utilise our clever automated currency-converter so when you spend, we’ll do the conversion for you!

How can I get back money which was previously loaded?  

Simply unload currency balances to the Company Wallet and e-mail support@volopa.com or call our customer support team.  In the Settings menu, you’ll find the Refund Details function which allows you to enter the bank account we shall refund to.    

Which currencies can I fund the wallet in?  

GBP, EUR & USD. 

Which currencies can I hold?

GBP, EUR, USD, AUD, CAD, CHF, DKK, HKD, JPY, NOK, NZD, PLN, SEK, and ZAR. 

Can I spend outside of these 14 currencies?

Yes, the currency exchange will be done at the point of sale using the Mastercard rates

How quickly should funds appear in my wallet, once funds have been sent?

Funds should appear almost instantly. If funds have not appeared, please check you have set up a payment for the correct amount on the platform or alternatively contact your account manager for assistance. 

Cards

Find out how to fund/ load & withdraw/ unload card balances.

Manage individual cards: cancel, freeze/unfreeze, report lost/stolen, select authorised payment types, set spend limits & autoloads.

Manage cards in bulk: set daily limits, card auto funding, transaction limits & authorised payment types.

Categorise card transactions.

Find out how tracking codes are set up on the Volopa Business web platform.

FAQs for cards

When will I be able to download my statement for the previous month? 

Account statements are available on the 5th of each month.   

Expense reports are available to download daily throughout the month.  

Can I change the card limits, once they have been set up?  

Yes, card limits can be changed at any point and will instantly update.  

Where can I view the transaction receipts?

You can view the receipts by clicking on the transaction, on the transaction history tab. 

Where can I view the card balances ?

Please click the cards tab to view your cards and balances.  

Accounting

Find out how to set up integration.

Find out how to sync transactions.

FAQs for accounting

Do I need to refresh the connection to my accounting system?

Xero: You will need to re-authorise the connection (disconnect and reconnect their software) every 60 days regardless of usage (due to open banking regulations). 

QBO/MS Dynamics Business Central: Re-authorisation is not required 

Why is it taking so long for my accounting system to connect?

The system may take a little while to connect depending on how much information is being shared, i.e. your expense code, VAT codes, tracking categories etc.

What should I do if I can’t find an appropriate Volopa category to match my expense code?

Please contact your account manager. 

Settings

Find out how to add/ delete a user.

Find out about our notifications settings.

Do you need support with international payments?

Check out our international user guides. 
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International payments

FAQs

Does Volopa charge any fees for international payments transfers?

Volopa charges a payment processing fee for international payments. These fees will vary depending on your preferred settlement method.

How long does it take to make a payment?

Using our online platform to make an international payment is quick and easy. All your payment and recipient details are stored to make your repeat payments more convenient, including preferred settlement methods and payment references. 

How long does it take for an international payment to reach my recipient?

Payment timelines mostly differ based on where your recipient is based, when you make the payment and on your preferred settlement method. Our full payment timelines are available on our online platform and you are always informed of the estimated payment delivery date before confirming your payment.

What currencies can I fund my payments in?

With Volopa’s international payments solution, you can make payments in 36 currencies from the UK and in 26 currencies from any EEA country. You can also fund those payments in more than 10 currencies, including GBP, EUR and USD. 

How does automated recipient email work?

Simply enter your recipient’s email address (you can also add a cc email address) in the designated field in your new payment screen. Once the payment is sent to your recipient’s bank, we will notify the recipient that the payment has been sent.

How is this feature beneficial for my business?

Your recipient will receive the automated email from us once the payment is sent. You don’t have to provide evidence of payment to your suppliers.

How do we make our money?

We charge a competitive commission on FX conversions that varies depending on volumes. 

For further information, Kindly contact our team.

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