Contactless payments

Contactless card transaction With contactless technology, customers simply hold their Visa cards up to a secure reader. A tiny radio transmitter inside their card communicates with the payment terminal, and in less than a second the transaction is complete. Our contactless solution is called Visa payWave.

Visa payWave is ideal for outlets with high volumes of customers making low-value transactions – in particular, fast food restaurants, convenience stores and transportation.

Benefits include:

  • Faster service
    With payment completed in less than a second, you can serve your customers faster, cut queues and reduce lost sales.

  • Simpler for staff
    With no need to check signatures or request PIN numbers, Visa payWave payment is simpler for staff and quicker for customers.

  • Competitive edge
    Get an advantage over nearby stores. The convenience of Visa payWave payment can help develop customer loyalty.

  • Less dependence on cash
    Counting, securely transporting and banking notes and coins can be expensive. Visa payWave can help break your cash dependency.


More information

Visa payWave has been launched in various countries across Europe. Contact your acquiring bank to find out more about accepting Visa payWave contactless payments.

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