CIE (Customer Initiated Entry)

A standard entry class code that enables a consumer to initiate an ACH credit into the ACH network whereby funds will be transferred to a company for payment of funds owed to that company. CIE entries are limited to credit applications.

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  • ACH

    Automated Clearing House - ACH is a reliable electronic funds transfer (EFT) system governed by National Automated Clearing House Association (NACHA).

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  • NACHA (National Automated Clearing House Association – The Electronic Payments Association)

    The national trade association responsible for developing and enforcing ACH rules and guidelines.

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