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Virtual Payment Card (Vpc)

What is a Virtual Payment Card (VPC) in Corporate Travel?

A Virtual Payment Card (VPC) is a secure, digitally generated payment credential designed to replace traditional physical cards for corporate transactions. Each VPC has unique details, such as card number, CVV, and expiration date, which can be limited to a single purchase or configured for recurring payments. Businesses use VPCs to manage travel expenses, vendor payments, and online purchases while reducing the risks of fraud and misuse. Unlike Virtual Corporate Cards, which are often reusable and tied to employees or departments, VPCs are usually single-use or transaction-specific. In corporate travel, VPCs simplify hotel, flight, and car rental bookings while automating expense categorization and reconciliation. Platforms like TripGain integrate VPCs to ensure secure payments, policy compliance, and streamlined financial tracking.

Examples Of Virtual Payment Card Usage
1.
Hotel & Airline Bookings
A Traveler Uses A Vpc To Pay For Hotels And Flights, Ensuring Compliance With Company Policy.
2.
One-Time Vendor Payments
A Procurement Manager Issues A Single-Use Vpc For Supplier Payments, Preventing Unauthorized Charges.
3.
Event Budget Management
An Event Team Assigns Unique Vpcs To Vendors, Making Reconciliation Easier And More Transparent.
Frequently Asked Questions About Virtual Payment Card (Vpc)
1.
How is a Virtual Payment Card different from a Virtual Corporate Card?
A VPC is usually single-use or transaction-specific, while a Virtual Corporate Card can be multi-use and assigned to employees or departments.
2.
Can Virtual Payment Cards be used for recurring payments?
Yes, some VPCs can be configured for recurring transactions or multi-use, depending on the provider.
3.
How does a VPC enhance travel expense management?
VPCs help enforce policy compliance, reduce fraud risks, and automate reconciliation by linking payments to specific trips or employees.
4.
Does TripGain support Virtual Payment Cards?
Yes! TripGain integrates with VPC providers to issue and manage secure travel payments, improving both control and efficiency.