Do payments through telecom operators constitute payment services?

Published: 5/11/2018 Modified: 1/1/2023
Get informed about payment transactions through telecom operators

Payment transactions executed by telecom operators on behalf of their users, in addition to the basic electronic communication service, via electronic devices for the purchase of digital content, voice services and for charity purposes or ticket purchase, are not considered payment services if the amount of the individual payment transaction does not exceed EUR 50.00 and if the total monthly amount of such payments does not exceed EUR 300.00.

For detailed information on the Payment System Act and the Electronic Money Act see here.