Can I add a card surcharge in the UK?
Generally no. UK rules ban surcharges on most consumer card payments. Build payment costs into your prices instead.
By Abdullah Ashraf, Shopify expert · Last updated: October 2026
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Business card rules can differ, so check before surcharging trade customers.
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Checked September 2026. Rules change, so always check the latest official guidance.
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