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PayTech Awards USA

The benchmark of excellence in payment technology in the USA

The PayTech Awards spotlight remarkable accomplishments in payment technology, showcasing hundreds of innovative entries from across the United States annually.

Categories offering many nomination opportunities

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Expert judges ensuring fair and rigorous evaluation

Years celebrating paytech innovation

Winners celebrated over the years of the awards

Be part of the most prestigious awards in the United States payments industry

We’re not just any awards - we’re THE awards for payment technology excellence, where the best of the best come together to celebrate innovation, collaboration, and success. The awards are open to nominations to companies or projects based in the US.

Powered by FinTech Futures, we set the benchmark for transformative technology in fintech, paytech, AI, and banking. Recognised as the most prestigious and reputable awards in the payment industry, this is where groundbreaking ideas and game-changing achievements get the spotlight they deserve.

Nominations for 2026 are now open and close on September 4. Submit by August 7 to save $20 per entry.

This is your moment. This is your stage. This is the PayTech Awards USA 2026.

Timeline for 2026

Submit your nomination in four simple steps

1. Dive into the categories and discover your perfect match

2. Familiarize yourself with the full nomination process

3. Enter the portal and start your nomination

4. Pay for your nomination

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Download the entry guide

Download the entry guide

Download the entry guide for all the information you need to get your nominations started. Including:

  • Key dates
  • How to submit your nomination
  • The full list of categories
  • How to craft a winning statement
  • Entry tips

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