Introduction

Welcome to Birr Connect

Birr Connect is designed to connect Ethiopian banks and fintech applications securely and efficiently, fostering financial innovation and inclusion across the region. By providing a standardized interface, the platform enables developers to build transformative financial solutions that empower users and businesses.

Platform Benefits

• Secure Access to Bank Account Data: Safely access user account information with end-to-end encryption and robust authentication.
• Real-Time Transaction and Balance Information: Retrieve up-to-date transaction histories and account balances for seamless financial management.
• Payment Initiation and Identity Verification: Facilitate payments and verify user identities with compliant, easy-to-use endpoints.
• Compliance with National Bank of Ethiopia Regulations: Ensure adherence to local open banking and data protection standards.

Intended Audience

This documentation is tailored for:

• Developers building financial applications or integrating banking services.
• Banks seeking to offer API-based services to fintech partners.
• Fintech Companies creating innovative solutions for Ethiopian users.