What is the Fiscal Year for ASA International?

Headquarters

Amsterdam, North Holland, Netherlands

Industry

Financial Services

Website

Description

ASA International is one of the world’s largest microfinance institutions, driving financial inclusion across Asia and Africa. Our mission: empower low-income women entrepreneurs by delivering affordable, socially responsible financial services that transform businesses, households, and communities. We operate in 13 countries, serving 2.5+ million clients through over 2,200 branches, with a gross loan portfolio north of USD 539 million and a dedicated team of more than 14,000 staff (as of 30 June 2025). At our core is the ASA Model — a proven, cost-efficient microfinance approach. It’s decentralized, standardized, scalable, and socially accountable. Key features include collateral-free loans for income-generating activities, strict repayment before new loans, market-based interest, and branch-level decision-making to keep operations lean and responsive. The opportunity is huge. In our operating countries, there are an estimated 376 million low-income women who could benefit from our services. ASA International We also prioritize transparency, risk management, and client protection; every one of our MFIs follows the Client Protection Principles.