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Connectivity for new customers

A choice of connectivity products in line with your requirements 

New to SWIFT?

Connecting to SWIFT is easy and cost-effective, thanks to our diversified connectivity offering. For seamless integration and the best user experience, we recommend connecting directly to the SWIFT network (SWIFTNet) via your own private infrastructure plus an Alliance Kit, or using Alliance Lite.

Benefits
  • Single point of contact: SWIFT
  • Seamless integration with your existing systems
  • Expert advice on the best solution for your needs
  • SWIFT’s world-class levels of security and reliability

With direct connectivity, you work with a single vendor: SWIFT. You can rely on SWIFT’s world-class levels of security, reliability and robustness and tap into our unrivalled
expertise with SWIFT systems.

Choose from among SWIFT’s direct connectivity products and related services to find the solution that’s right for you.



Depending on your business and operational requirements you can opt for a different connectivity model and related products. Discover our connectivity portfolio available to new customers and branches.
See the factsheet for new low-volume customers.

Alliance Lite Alliance Kits

Looking for a low-cost, easy-to-use secure connection to SWIFT? Alliance Lite provides an off-the-shelf solution based on a standard browser and Internet connection.

Alliance Lite is designed for users with lower traffic volumes, such as corporates and smaller financial institutions. With Alliance Lite, you can send and receive SWIFT messages, and you have access to secure Browse services over SWIFTNet.

Alliance Lite offers:

  • Very low operating costs with no software or infrastructure to manage
  • File-based integration to support automated messaging and file transmission
  • Business-oriented screens and cash reporting
  • Secure Internet connection from PC or laptop using USB security token
  • Up to 200 messages / files per day

Do you value maximum flexibility and control over your system and SWIFT connection? Then direct connectivity using your own private infrastructure might be right for you.

Our Alliance Access and Alliance Entry Kits make it easy to order and deploy SWIFT at your premises in line with your specific security requirements. You have access to all SWIFTNet services, and all messages and files are stored in your local databases.

Alliance Access / Entry Kits offer:

  • Control over your systems security, data storage and change management
  • Wide range of integration options for maximal automation
  • Full access to your data for reporting and monitoring
  • Secure VPN connection to SWIFT
  • Up to 1,000 messages / files per day

Sending more than 1,000 messages per day?

If your average daily volumes exceed 1,000 messages or you have other specific requirements, we recommend using a connectivity model tailored precisely to your needs. We can help you find the right plan for your business.

Other connectivity options

Indirect connectivity to SWIFT is also possible via a certified third party.