Paya Merchant Account Pricing
PayaCardServices, through its various brands, offers a spectrum of products and services, detailing some basic pricing for its credit card processing. It recommends its Payatrader Lite service for small businesses needing straightforward payment solutions, charging a consistent pay-as-you-go rate of 2.9% plus £0.30 for Visa/MasterCard transactions, and 3.95% plus £0.30 for American Express. This service includes a £99 joining fee, waived if only one payment channel is required, and is free from monthly fees, fixed contract durations, PCI Compliance fees, or termination fees.
For in-person transactions, businesses must acquire terminals, which can be rented from as low as £13.00 monthly, avoiding the long-term leases common with many traditional accounts.
Standard Merchant Account Pricing
For larger businesses, the company’s multi-channel service varies fees based on weekly processing volumes: 2.9% plus £0.30 for less than £500; 2.7% plus £0.30 between £500 and £1,000; 2.5% plus £0.30 between £1,000 and £2,500; and 2.3% plus £0.30 for over £2,500. American Express transactions are fixed at 3.95% plus £0.30, regardless of volume. This service has a £99 one-time joining fee and a £3 charge for each new user ID, without setup fees, monthly charges, or fixed terms.
Virtual Terminal and Payment Gateway Pricing
PayaCardServices also highlights its virtual terminal and payment gateway services, costing a £20 monthly gateway fee. Rates, technical support, batch fees, and transaction rates may apply, particularly for e-commerce.
POS Solutions
The POS to GO Plan, serving over 30,000 customers, uses Epos hardware for both mobile and in-store transactions, starting at a monthly fee of £69 or a purchase price of £799. The hardware comes with retail and hospitality-focused software and 24/7 customer support.
No Pricing Complaints
No substantial complaints about PayaCardServices’ fees have been found, indicating its pricing structure is competitive and transparent, appealing to various business models.
Business owners are advised to compare these offerings with other top merchant accounts to find the best match for their needs.