Emburse Cards Release Notes - April 30, 2026

Emburse Cards Release Notes - April 30, 2026

This release includes improvements to card visibility and fixes for transaction accuracy and card lifecycle behavior.

Highlights

  • Card Network Transition Required: Move to Mastercard Small Business Card to maintain uninterrupted card usage.
  • Card status notifications: See clearer alerts when card states impact usage.
  • Account verification updates: Complete additional verification fields for UK and EU requirements.

Upcoming Changes

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Plan for Change: Transition to Mastercard Small Business Card

Effective May 4, 2026, eligible Emburse Cards programs will transition to the Mastercard Small Business Card network. This change is required to maintain continued card acceptance and network compatibility.

If no action is taken before May 4, 2026, existing cards on the current network may no longer function.

  • Who is affected? Customers with Emburse Cards programs.

  • What action is required? Replace each existing card that you want to continue using with a Mastercard Small Business Card.

  • Deadline: May 4, 2026.

  • Why this change is happening: To ensure uninterrupted network support and continued card usage.

For step-by-step instructions, see Transition Emburse Cards to Emburse Mastercard Small Business Card in the help center.

Improvements

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Updated UK and EU Account Verification Requirements

Starting May 1, new customers signing up for Emburse Cards in the UK and EU may see additional verification fields during account setup. These fields can include requests for proof of address or identity details to support updated Stripe verification requirements for connected accounts.

This update helps new customers complete required verification steps during onboarding and reduces the risk of account setup delays.

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