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How Much Are Debit Card Processing Fees

Payment Savvy

Different Types of Debit Card Transactions There are two main types of debit card transactions: signature debit and PIN debit. Signature debit transactions occur when a customer signs to authorize the payment. As the merchant, the fees you pay come from the network.

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FTC inquiry casts fresh attention on U.S. debit routing issues

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The specific impetus for the Federal Trade Commission's inquiry into Visa and Mastercard's debit transaction routing processes is not entirely clear, but it likely stems from the effect that advanced payments technology has had on Durbin amendment compliance.

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Visa cuts debit fees in India to spur small-business card acceptance

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Visa has moved to cut its debit transaction fees in India by 95%, bringing it more in line with RuPay, India’s state-run domestic debit scheme.