Card terminal supply and install service

Restaurants, shops, takeaways, mobile food traders and event businesses that want a local person to supply and look after their equipment.

Margin on terminals and accessories, setup or installation fees, monthly rental or support plans, and commission from payment partners where offered.

• Comfortable with payment and networking technology
• Clear teaching of staff on the day
• Reliable, prompt support
• Basic stock and paperwork control

• Check which payment partner agreements and any FCA or card scheme rules apply to how you sell and support terminals
• Handle card-related data carefully and check PCI DSS expectations with your providers
• Public liability insurance, and consider professional indemnity, as errors can stop a business taking payments
• Stock tied up in terminals that may become outdated, so start small
• Check data protection registration with the ICO if you hold customer details

Startup costs are typically around £1,500 to £7,000, depending on how much terminal stock you hold, plus accessories and travel. Start small, as stock can become outdated, and check the numbers before buying.

Monthly revenue is typically estimated at around £1,000 to £5,000, depending on how many businesses you supply and support in your area. This is revenue before stock, travel and other costs.

Check which payment partner agreements and any FCA or card scheme rules apply to how you sell and support terminals. Also check PCI DSS expectations with your providers, insurance, and ICO registration if you hold customer details.