Leading By Example | Visa
We make the world better, together
We use the power of our brand, industry influence and collective voice to help spark positive change in the communities we work and live in.
Connecting millions of people every day
By connecting more than 4 billion account holders to over 130 million merchants, ~14,500 financial institutions and governments in more than 200 countries and territories,¹ we help level the playing field for traditionally disadvantaged groups.
90% of businesses worldwide are SMEs
We work to focus our attention on the needs and challenges of small and medium business enterprises.²
1.7 billion people lack financial services
Through financial education programmes, we’re helping people around the globe learn about small loans and mobile banking to support their communities.³
Tech partnerships that help break down barriers
New technologies help more people participate in the economy today. That’s why we partner with fintechs of all sizes to enable the digital payment solutions of tomorrow.
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Our mission is to help make the world a better place
We’ve committed to sustainable efforts, responsible operations and equality in the workplace. Every single day.
The people behind the payments
Most consumers don’t realise that Visa is a tech company, and innovation is at the core of what we do. As the world’s largest electronic payments network, we enable how people move money around the world.
With operations in more than 200 countries, Visa employees can make a global impact working in any field that interests them — from payments technology to financial inclusion.
For many employees, the most rewarding part of working for Visa is that they get to work with people from all walks of life whose diverse backgrounds are at the heart of our success.
Our people are our biggest asset. We place a premium on leadership and are ensuring our 20,000+ employees have the resources they need to be successful.
— Al Kelly, Executive Chairman
Doing more for sustainability
We recognise the importance of protecting our planet, and we are working to drive sustainability in our own operations and in commerce overall.
See how we preserve the planet
2023’s World’s Most Ethical Company List
Ethisphere, an organisation dedicated to advancing the standards of ethical business practices, recognised Visa with its honour for the 11th year in a row. Here is the proof – Honourees – World’s Most Ethical Companies
Diversity and inclusion efforts
We’re committed to building and maintaining an inclusive and diverse workplace.
$14 million raised by employees for charity
In 2020, nearly 6000 Visa employees donated $5.5 million to 4600 charities worldwide, with $8.5 million in matching gifts by Visa.⁴
Join a team that believes in making a difference around the world.
Our Promise
What We Stand For
People + Possibilities
Addressing economic inequality by empowering people traditionally excluded from the financial system
Supporting Communities
Empowering underserved communities and supporting local economies everywhere
Preserving Our Planet
Committed to driving sustainable commerce as we work towards a more sustainable future
FOOTNOTES
- Visa. (2023). Visa Fact Sheet. [Infographic]. Retrieved from https://usa.visa.com/dam/VCOM/global/about-visa/documents/aboutvisafactsheet.pdf
- The World Bank. Small and Medium Enterprises (SMES) Finance.
- The World Bank. The Global Findex Database 2017.
- Visa. Social impact. Retrieved 1 June, 2021.