GoCardless

GoCardless is a global payment processing platform built for collecting payments directly from bank accounts using bank debit methods like Direct Debit and ACH‑style bank pulls. It was founded in the United Kingdom in 2011 and is trusted by more than 100,000 businesses worldwide for handling both one‑time and recurring payments. 

GoCardless’s core focus is on connecting merchants and organizations to their customers’ bank networks so that payments can be collected automatically with minimal admin and lower costs than traditional card‑based systems.

At its core, GoCardless uses a bank‑to‑bank payment method that gives businesses control over when funds are collected rather than relying on the payer to initiate a transfer manually. This approach can improve cash flow predictability and reduce the need to chase overdue payments.

Starting in late 2025, RemoFirst partnered with GoCardless to add Direct Debit payment support alongside our existing payment options. This partnership extends the ways clients can fund payroll and operational payments through the RemoFirst platform.

Integrating GoCardless into RemoFirst empowers businesses with broader, more flexible payment methods that help support global payroll, contractor payments, and ongoing funding needs in a secure, compliant way. 

Here are some of the key benefits this partnership delivers for HR, finance, and People teams:

Flexible payment options in multiple currencies

With GoCardless connected to RemoFirst, clients can set up Direct Debit payments in a range of currencies including EUR (SEPA), GBP, USD, AUD, NZD, and CAD. That means you can fund payroll directly in your preferred currency rather than relying on manual bank transfers or card payments.

Automated collection with fewer manual steps

Once a Direct Debit mandate is authorized by your bank account, payments can be collected automatically based on your payroll schedule. This reduces the need to initiate payments manually or track down approvals for each pay run.

Reduced potential for late payments

Because GoCardless uses a pull‑based system, payment collection is triggered by the business rather than waiting for a payer to act. This helps reduce late payments and provides greater confidence that funding for payroll and contractor payments will arrive on time.

Strong security and compliance

GoCardless is authorized and regulated in multiple regions, and Direct Debit payments are backed by standard protections that give both payers and payees confidence in the payment process. Combined with RemoFirst’s own compliance practices, this dual‑layer approach ensures payment activity is secure, transparent, and auditable.

One setup for ongoing reliability

Whether you need to fund payroll every period or collect regular payments for services or fees, GoCardless supports recurring Direct Debit plans. Once a mandate is in place, payments can be scheduled consistently with minimal manual effort.

This integrated payment experience can be especially valuable for scaling teams that regularly manage cross‑border payroll and contractor payments. It provides a reliable, lower‑friction alternative to international wire transfers or card payments that may expire or require frequent updates.

The GoCardless integration in RemoFirst makes Direct Debit payments available as a payment method alongside your existing options. 

Within the RemoFirst platform, admins can select Direct Debit powered by GoCardless when setting up or updating their preferred payment method. 

When you choose this option, you will be guided securely through authorizing GoCardless to collect funds from your bank account using bank‑to‑bank payment networks.

Once authorized, the mandate allows RemoFirst to request payments through GoCardless according to your approved payroll schedule. Payments are then collected and processed automatically without repetitive manual steps. 

Because the process is built into the RemoFirst payment setup experience, you can manage this alongside your payroll funding and other financial workflows.

This approach keeps the experience straightforward for your internal teams while providing flexibility and reliability in how you pay people and cover payroll liabilities. 

For clients who want detailed steps on adding GoCardless as a payment method in RemoFirst, our knowledge base article on “New Payment Processing Partner: GoCardless” includes clear guidance on setup and authorization.

• RemoFirst x GoCardless Help Article
• GoCardless Website