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TravelTrustPayments vs Stripe Payment Links
Discover why travel companies in Costa Rica and Latin America choose Travel Trust Payments over geographical restrictions and generic Stripe links.
| Feature / Requirement | Travel Trust Payments | Generic Stripe Link |
|---|---|---|
| Industry Focus | 100% Specialized in Tourism & Travel Experiences | Generic E-commerce & Custom Software Development |
| Itinerary & Terms at Checkout | Itemized pax, tour dates, binding itinerary & explicit cancellation policy | Generic product name without digital vouchers or integrated itinerary |
| 3D Secure Anti-Chargeback Protection | 3DS v2.2+ mandatory on 100% transactions with Liability Shift | 3DS requires custom setup and additional Radar fees |
| Payouts & Multi-Currency Management | Direct payouts in chosen currency (35+ currencies) zero FX conversion fee | No payouts to Costa Rica or most LatAm bank accounts (US/EU only) |
| Automated B2B Commission Splits | Automatic atomic split between sellers, providers, multiple levels. | Requires complex development with Stripe Connect |
| In-Person Sales / Walk-in Suite | Native digital front-desk suite (instant vouchers without POS terminals) | Requires Terminal hardware rental |
Stripe's Barrier to Entry in Latin America
Why Stripe Is Not Directly Accessible to Local Operators
1. Absence of Local Payout Accounts
Stripe requires a bank account registered in the United States or Europe. Travel Trust Payments settles funds directly into local bank accounts.
2. Lack of Tourism Context in Checkouts
Stripe Payment Links are designed for SaaS or digital products, lacking native fields for tour dates, pickup hotels, cancellation policies, or passengers.
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