Offline Virtual Account Creation

Request virtual accounts manually through the Localpayment Support team for scenarios requiring manual intervention, testing purposes, or when API integration is not available. This method provides a guided process for creating virtual accounts through our support system.

Before You Begin

Ensure you have:

API Credentials

Valid API credentials and access token for authentication.

Account Setup

Proper account setup for your target country and business verification.

Country Requirements

Understanding of country-specific requirements and local regulations.

Step 1. Request Virtual Accounts via Support

To request virtual accounts offline, you must contact the Localpayment support team . You need to send the required template with all the requested information according to the country(es) of operation.

Available Templates

We provide country-specific templates to ensure compliance with local regulations and banking requirements:

Information to Provide

Parameter	Required	Description
Client / Company Name	Required	The company's full name as it is officially registered with the government. For individuals, please enter your full legal name.
Website/Email	Required	The client's or company's official website or email address.
Client/Company Tax Type	Required	Only needed in Argentina. The type of identity document, such as CDI, CUIL, CUIT, and DNI.
Client/Company Tax ID	Required	The national tax identification number assigned to the company or client.
Client/Company Address	Optional	The official address where the business is legally registered.
Client/Company Country of Incorporation	Required	The country in which the client or company was legally born or incorporated. ISO 3166-1 alpha-3.
Currency	Required	The currency in which the virtual accounts will operate and receive transfers.
Acc type	Required	Always specify `Client VA` as the Account Type.
Partner ID	Optional	This identifier is for your tracking purposes only.
VA Nickname	Optional	This VA nickname is for your tracking purposes only.

Step 2. Track Offline Account Creation

Once you submit your virtual account request, the Localpayment support team begins processing your application. Our team will carefully review all submitted information and generate the virtual account(s) if everything provided is correct and complete. We verify that all required fields in the country-specific templates are properly filled and that the business documentation aligns with local regulatory requirements.

If any information is missing or incorrect, our support team will contact you with specific details about what needs to be provided or corrected. The processing of your request will be paused until we receive the complete and accurate information needed to proceed with account generation.

For approved requests where all information is correct, virtual accounts are generated according to the specifications in your country template. You will receive the account details via secure email, with delivery times varying by country due to different banking partner processes and local regulatory requirements. Each country has its own activation timeline that depends on local banking systems and verification procedures.

Response Data

Upon successful virtual account creation, you will receive the following information from our support team:

Parameter	Description
Localpayment MID	The unique, primary identifier for the merchant's account within the Localpayment system.
Legal Entity	The legal name of the company that owns the bank account. Always assigned "Localpayment".
Virtual Account Number	Your unique virtual account number. Use this number as the beneficiary account number for bank transfers to receive payments.
MEX-Account Number	Only for Mexico. The eleven-digit sequence within the CLABE functions as the bank’s internal identifier for the customer’s individual account.
Bank Name	The name of the financial institution where the account is held.
Bank Address	The physical address of the bank where the account is is held.

Next Steps

Activate / Deactivate a Virtual Account

Manage account availability by temporarily activating or deactivating virtual accounts. This is useful for seasonal businesses, account maintenance, or temporary suspensions.

Delete a Virtual Account

Permanently remove virtual accounts that are no longer needed. Understand the implications and requirements for account deletion, including handling of pending transactions.

Virtual Account Aliases

Enhance user experience by adding memorable aliases to your virtual accounts. Aliases make it easier for customers to identify their dedicated account numbers while maintaining security.