03/09/2026
📢 CARD SURCHARGES ARE ENDING — WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW
From 1 October 2026, businesses will no longer be able to pass on card surcharges for Visa, Mastercard, eftpos and American Express.
But here’s the important part 👇
💳 Your payment processing fees aren't disappearing.
You’ll still have costs associated with accepting card payments — you just won’t be able to add a separate card surcharge to your customer’s bill.
What should your business be doing now?
✔️ Review your current payment processing fees
✔️ Check how much you’re paying in merchant fees
✔️ Review your pricing and profit margins
✔️ Speak with your EFTPOS/payment provider
✔️ Check how card fees are recorded in your bookkeeping
✔️ Make sure your pricing and systems are ready before 1 October
For small businesses, even a small percentage can add up over the year.
👉 Don't wait until October — start reviewing your numbers now.
If you're unsure how these changes could affect your business, talk to your Bookkeeper or Accountant.
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