Make digital payments work for your business

Small businesses are at the heart of our community. At Visa, we believe in the importance of supporting merchants with tools and resources to develop their digital skills, build their online presence and go further in accepting digital payments. As a small business, accepting digital payments can increase efficiency, help your business thrive and keep customers happy.


Learn why small businesses just like yours are thinking about going digital.

Infographic: Small steps for bigger impact

Discover why small businesses just like yours are thinking about digitalisation and the benefits of making the switch to digital payments.

Case studies, statistics, research and recommendations are provided “AS IS” and intended for informational purposes only and should not be relied upon for operational, marketing, legal, technical, tax, financial or other advice. Visa Inc. does not make any warranty or representation as to the completeness or accuracy of the Information within this document, nor assume any liability or responsibility that may result from reliance on such Information. The Information contained herein is not intended as legal advice, and readers are encouraged to seek the advice of a competent legal professional where such advice is required.

How businesses are benefiting from digital payments

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Mama’s Boy with Square

Simplicity is everything when serving Dublin's busy lunch rush. Offering digital payments helped 34% of small businesses speed up transactions. Discover how digital payments help Rory, owner of Mama's Boy, keep things smooth and speedy at Merrion Square.
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Myles Doyle Select Grocer with BOIPA

26% of small businesses loved the added security most after incorporating digital payments. Accepting digital payment methods means more time for John, owner of a luxury grocery store, to curate exceptional experiences for his customers. 

Benefits of accepting Visa payments

Grow your business

Accepting Visa can help boost sales, increase efficiency and improve the checkout experience.

Simplify payments

Speed up transactions and let your customers pay the way they want to pay.

Payment innovation

Visa is continually refining and expanding its global processing system, helping you process more sales.

Focus on customers

Smart payment technology reduces your admin, giving you more time to focus on your customers.

Transaction security

Visa is committed to providing safe, reliable transactions so you can process payments with confidence.


Start accepting Visa

Quick and simple to set up

Getting set up to accept digital payments is easier than you might think. With a solution and support that’s tailored to your specific business needs, you don’t have to worry about complicated technology. It’s easy to implement, and you could start seeing positive results in no time. 

Ready to start accepting Visa?

The first step is to contact an acquirer — they offer card acceptance services. They will guide you through the process of becoming a Visa merchant and help you get up and running with digital payments.

Find the right acquirer for your business

To help you explore what different acquirers offer, we’ve listed a few who may be a good fit for your business. Alternatively, you could start by contacting the bank that provides your business account.

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Note: The above links are provided as a service from Visa to merchants interested in accepting Visa for payment. Visa cannot guarantee or otherwise ensure that any financial institution listed will agree to proceed with a merchant relationship. If a relationship is established, its terms are entirely between you and the financial institution.

Ways we're supporting businesses

Here are some tools, resources and initiatives to help you grow your business.


Visa compliance and acceptance guidelines
Becoming a Visa-accepting merchant is a straightforward process and we will help you succeed. However, there are a few requirements that you will need to know:
All merchants accepting Visa have a responsibility to adhere to the law. As it relates to accepting Visa products, merchants must accept Visa products for legal transactions only.
Merchants that sell age-restricted products, such as alcohol and tobacco, must have in place processes and controls to ensure that all associated laws are honoured.
Merchants should be aware that possession of a Visa card or submission of Visa account information does not signify that the cardholder is of legal age to purchase age-restricted products.
The issuance of Visa cards is not restricted to individuals over 18 years of age