Visa and Bridge Expand Stablecoin-Linked Cards to Over 100 Countries

Visa and Bridge have announced an expansion of their stablecoin card programme, with plans to bring stablecoin-linked cards to over 100 countries by the end of 2026.

The collaboration, first unveiled in 2025, enables consumers to spend stablecoins at over 175 million merchant locations worldwide. Bridge-enabled stablecoin-linked cards are currently operational in 18 countries, with expansion planned across Europe, Asia Pacific, Africa, and the Middle East.

Major crypto platforms including Phantom and MetaMask are already leveraging the cards to enable millions of customers to spend stablecoins on everyday purchases.

Stablecoin Settlement

The partnership introduces stablecoin settlement capabilities, allowing issuers to settle transactions using stablecoins over blockchain networks. Lead Bank is participating in the settlement pilot.

Cuy Sheffield, Head of Crypto at Visa, said: "Expanding our work with Bridge gives us one more way to bring the speed, transparency and programmability of stablecoins directly into the settlement process."

Visa is also evaluating potential backing for Bridge-issued assets to establish additional settlement pathways.

Zach Abrams, CEO and co-founder of Bridge, said: "This expansion of our work with Visa will enable businesses launching their own custom stablecoins to use them seamlessly within their card programs."

About Visa

Visa Inc. (NYSE: V) is a world leader in digital payments, facilitating transactions between consumers, merchants, financial institutions and government entities across more than 200 countries and territories.

About Bridge

Bridge is a stablecoin infrastructure platform acquired by Stripe in 2024, enabling businesses to build stablecoin-powered payment products.