Merchant facilities
Choose what type of merchant facility you need based on whether you want to take payments in person, online, or direct from customer accounts.
Apply for a merchant payment facility
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Choosing your merchant facility
Before you fill out the application form, work out what kind of product will suit your business.
Compare payment options
Pricing plans
Choose a pricing option that suits your business needs, from packaged pricing, split pricing, or Interchange Plus.
Transaction accounts
If you’re new to BNZ and need a transaction account as well as a merchant facility, we’ll help you open an account that best fits your business needs based on how many transactions you make a month.
Applying for a merchant facility online
If you’re new to BNZ, you’ll need to provide additional information about your business. You can complete your application within 30 days. If it isn’t completed within this period, you’ll need to start a new application.
If you’ve started an application, continue by logging in to our website.
1. Check your eligibility
You can apply for a merchant facility online if your business is incorporated or operating in New Zealand and is a:
2. Fill out the form
Start your application through the signup website. Tell us about yourself and your business, and which merchant facility and account type you’d like to open.
3. We’ll be in touch
If necessary, we’ll contact you to confirm your details and set up your merchant payment facility.
Other ways to apply
If you aren’t eligible to apply for a merchant facility online, send us an enquiry. Include a few details about yourself and your business. We’ll call you back to talk through some options.
Talk to a merchant solutions specialist
Our specialist team can talk you through your options and help set up the merchant payment facility that best suits your business.
Contact us by:
- calling 0800 737 774 Mon-Fri, 8.30am-5pm (except public holidays)
- emailing bnz_merchantpayments@bnz.co.nz