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Credit Card Surcharges: What Are They, and How Do They Work?

Stax

That said, you can’t just decide and impose credit card surcharges overnight. It requires stringent adherence to regulatory guidelines and card network rules, from surcharge caps to disclosure requirements. Credit card networks like Mastercard and Visa set a universal limit of 4% on these fees.

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Can I Legally Charge a Credit Card Fee?

EBizCharge

Fee amount The amount that can be charged for CC fees is determined by credit card company regulations. Credit card networks impose a cap on surcharges, typically restricting them to no more than the merchant’s cost to process credit card transactions or up to 3%, whichever is lower.

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Stay Aware and Protect Against Hidden Charges

Segpay

Merchants can implement several best practices to avoid surprise processing costs. Try negotiating caps after volume thresholds or bundled transaction pricing. Key Takeaways √ Hidden charges in payment processing can dig into and erode your bottom line. No enterprise wants brakes applied to their own success.