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September 4, 2025

Australia’s RBA surcharge ban: What your business needs to know

Regulatory compliance
Regulatory compliance

The Reserve Bank of Australia has announced one of the biggest changes to the payments landscape in over a decade: from 1 July 2026, most card surcharges are expected to be banned.

For Australian merchants, this shift means new rules, new opportunities, and important decisions about how to manage payment costs.

What you’ll learn in this guide

  • The key changes coming into effect and when they happen
  • What the ban means for merchants and consumers
  • Potential risks and opportunities for your business
  • How to prepare your pricing and payments strategy now
  • Why working with the right payments partner matters

Stay ahead of the changes

Our free merchant guide will help you to understand the impact of the RBA surcharge ban, and how Nuvei can help your business stay compliant, competitive, and customer-focused.

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