We want Bre-B to be as simple an experience as possible: Director of Payment Methods at Banrep
Portafolio Journalist 04.12.2026 19:27 Updated: 04.12.2026 19:27
TL;DR
- Bre-B, Colombia's instant payment system, launched in October 2025 by the Banco de la República.
- It allows Colombians to send and receive money instantly, 24/7, using identifiers like ID numbers, cell phone numbers, or email addresses.
- The system has processed over 630 million operations, valued at approximately $100 trillion pesos.
- Bre-B aims to unify interoperability among various financial platforms, including banks, cooperatives, and fintechs.
- The system simplifies daily transactions for individuals and enhances competitiveness for businesses by enabling electronic payments.
- It also promotes financial inclusion by allowing entities to better understand customer needs.
- Bre-B is integrated into existing financial institution apps; it is not a standalone application.
- The Banco de la República acts as both the regulator and the operator of the public infrastructure connecting participating entities.
- ACI Worldwide was chosen as the technology provider for Bre-B.
- Security is a major focus, with ongoing monitoring for potential scams and user advisories to prevent information sharing.
- Future developments include incorporating more modalities and use cases for businesses and public services.