The Kosovar diaspora in Germany has always maintained a strong connection with their homeland, and sending remittances is one of the main ways to support family and loved ones in Kosovo. However, the traditional process of sending money often requires visiting physical offices, involves high costs, and can be time-consuming and cumbersome.
IBAS, as a financial institution licensed by the Central Bank of Kosovo, offers an innovative solution to simplify this process. You can now send money anytime, anywhere in Germany, without the hassle of traditional procedures.
How It works
Using IBAS is extremely simple. As a SEPA member (Single Euro Payments Area), IBAS allows you to transfer money directly from your bank account in Germany to the recipient’s IBAS account in Kosovo, without visiting physical offices. This service is usually free for the sender, and the funds reach Kosovo within seconds—except in cases where your bank is not part of SEPA Instant. In those cases, the transfer will arrive within one business day.
The Recipient in Kosovo
To receive the funds, the recipient needs an IBAS payment account, which is completely free to open and maintain. By opening an IBAS account, the recipient automatically gets a British bank account with SEPA access. They pay only €3 per transfer, regardless of the amount sent. The process is simple, transparent, and free of hidden fees. If help is needed, IBAS staff assist at no cost.
Benefits for the Diaspora
- No fees for the sender: As a SEPA member, IBAS enables transfers from Germany to Kosovo, usually free of charge, unless your bank’s policy differs from other German banks.
- Send from home: No need to visit offices or agencies; everything is done online from your bank account.
- Fast and secure: Transfers are executed quickly and securely, without delays or complications.
Benefits for the Recipient in Kosovo
- Free account: Opening and maintaining an IBAS account is completely free.
- Low costs: The recipient pays only €3 per transfer, regardless of the amount.
- SEPA access: The IBAS account gives access to the SEPA network, allowing quick and low-cost receipt of remittances.
- Additional services: Recipients can access credit for payments or enjoy PLOT, INTEGRA, or PREMIUM packages, which allow purchases with Buy Now, Pay Later options for up to three months interest-free, among other benefits.
With IBAS, you can support your loved ones in Kosovo in the easiest, cheapest, and safest way. Together, we make it easier for the Kosovar diaspora to care for their homeland.

