EBizCharge

JUNE 27, 2025

Whether you’re a local shop, a service-based business, or an eCommerce brand, the fees you pay to accept credit card payments can eat into your profits. This guide will walk you through the basics of credit card surcharging in Canada, from legal background and card network rules to disclosure requirements and best practices.

Credit Cards

EBizCharge

JUNE 26, 2025

Federal Overview Surcharging is legal at the federal level in the United States but businesses must follow rules set by credit card networks like Visa and Mastercard. State-by-State Legality Some states have restrictions or bans on credit card surcharges. Here are the steps to get started surcharging: 1.

Best Practices

Stax

JANUARY 15, 2024

In the following sections, we’ll delve into the legal framework, compliance standards, and best practices to navigate the complexities of surcharging. Legal and Regulatory Framework Compliance ensures secure and transparent financial transactions, but nuances exist that businesses must grasp.

Credit Cards

Clearly Payments

FEBRUARY 8, 2024

Moreover, by establishing rules for payment networks and financial institutions, regulation mitigates systemic risks and fosters fair competition, thereby enhancing market efficiency. They establish rules, standards, and fees for participating financial institutions and merchants.

Regulations