Indonesia vs Saudi Arabia · Real-time payment systems compared
| Capability | BI-FAST | Sarie |
|---|---|---|
| QR Code Payments | — | — |
| Wallet Support | — | — |
| 24/7 Availability | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cross-Border | — | — |
| ISO 20022 | ✓ | ✓ |
| Request to Pay | — | — |
| Open API | ◐ | ◐ |
| Alias/Proxy | ✓ | ✓ |
Indonesia's real-time interbank transfer system launched by Bank Indonesia to replace the aging BI-RTGS for retail payments. BI-FAST supports 24/7 instant account-to-account transfers via bank account number or proxy ID across banks, fintech firms, and e-money providers. Built on ISO 20022 messaging with a modern API-based architecture, it is one of two key payment rails in Indonesia alongside QRIS (the QR standard). BI-FAST aims to be the backbone of Indonesia's digital financial infrastructure for its 280M population.
Saudi Arabia's instant payment system launched by the Saudi Central Bank (SAMA) as part of the Vision 2030 digital transformation agenda. sarie (meaning "fast" in Arabic) enables 24/7 real-time transfers between banks and fintech providers via IBAN or mobile number, with settlement in seconds. Built on ISO 20022 messaging, it supports P2P, P2M, and bulk payments. The system is a key enabler of Saudi Arabia's goal to increase non-cash transactions to 70% by 2030.