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Multi-Currency Payments: Selling to the US (and Beyond) From Canada

Your next customer might be in Texas. Here's how to sell across the border without losing money on FX.

Armour Payments Editorial TeamJune 29, 20261 min readReviewed by Armour Payments Product Team
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The short answer

To sell internationally from Canada, present prices in the customer's currency, accept the cards they use, and understand how currency conversion and settlement affect your payout. Local-currency pricing lifts conversion and reduces surprise FX fees for buyers.

Why currency matters at checkout

Shoppers convert better when they see prices in their own currency. Forcing a US customer to mentally translate Canadian dollars adds friction and surprise FX charges on their statement. Presenting local currency builds trust and lifts completed orders.

How conversion and settlement work

When you sell across borders, currency conversion happens somewhere, at the network, the processor or the customer's bank. Understand where, and at what rate, so you know your true payout. Settling in your home currency keeps accounting simple while still offering buyers local pricing.

Accept the right payment methods

Different regions favour different cards and wallets. Supporting major international cards plus Apple Pay and Google Pay covers most cross-border buyers. Confirm your gateway handles the currencies and methods your target markets use.

Expanding from Canada

Armour Payments operates in Canada and the US and supports multi-currency acceptance for cross-border sellers. See online payments or contact sales to map your expansion.

Frequently asked questions

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