Effective July 24, 2026, Lidl becomes the first grocery retailer in Germany to implement the Wero payment method, developed by the European Payments Initiative (EPI), on its online platform. This integration allows customers to make real-time bank transfers directly from their accounts, ensuring a seamless and secure shopping experience. To utilize Wero, customers must have an account with one of the 18 participating banks and activate the feature within their banking app. This initiative aims to provide greater convenience and flexibility for over 56 million bank customers across Europe.