Expand into Africa without setting up local entities.
Startbutton acts as your Merchant of Record—handling payments, tax, and local compliance so your business can sell across 15+ African markets instantly.
Why not just use Stripe?
Standard payment gateways only solve half the problem. We solve the liability.
| Feature | Startbutton (MoR) | Stripe / Gateways |
|---|---|---|
| Accepts Local Cards (Verve) | ✓ Yes, Included | ✕ Often fails |
| Francophone Africa (CFA) | ✓ Native Support | ✕ Limited |
| Handles Local Sales Tax | ✓ We file for you | ✕ You file yourself |
| Requires Local Entity | ✓ No entity needed | ✕ Usually Yes |
Deep coverage across the continent.
Don't just turn on a generic card form. Offer the payment methods your customers actually trust and use daily.
- ✓ Instant Payouts in Stablecoins or USD
- ✓ Francophone & Anglophone Support
Common Questions
Ready to expand the right way?
Our team reviews every request to ensure a strong fit.
We review all applications within 24 hours.
Expand into Africa without setting up local entities.
Startbutton acts as your Merchant of Record—handling payments, tax, and local compliance so your business can sell across 15+ African markets instantly.
Why not just use Stripe?
Standard payment gateways only solve half the problem. We solve the liability.
| Feature | Startbutton (MoR) | Stripe / Gateways |
|---|---|---|
| Accepts Local Cards (Verve) | ✓ Yes, Included | ✕ Often fails |
| Francophone Africa (CFA) | ✓ Native Support | ✕ Limited |
| Handles Local Sales Tax | ✓ We file for you | ✕ You file yourself |
| Requires Local Entity | ✓ No entity needed | ✕ Usually Yes |
Deep coverage across the continent.
Don't just turn on a generic card form. Offer the payment methods your customers actually trust and use daily.
- ✓ Instant Payouts in Stablecoins or USD
- ✓ Francophone & Anglophone Support
Common Questions
Ready to expand the right way?
Our team reviews every request to ensure a strong fit.
We review all applications within 24 hours.