Tampa Bay Payment Processing – Merchant Services

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Last Updated on July 7, 2023 by Corepay

Are you looking for payment processing in Tampa Bay? Then, you’ve come to the right place. With over two decades of payment processing experience, Corepay is here to service you. Not only are we suited to meet your brick-and-mortar needs in Tampa, but we can also provide you with a merchant account so you can accept online payments. 

We proudly announce that we can service all industries in Tampa, such as bars/restaurants, CBD shops, vape stores, adult stores, and nightclubs.

This article explains why Corepay is the right payment processing partner for you in an ever-changing payment processing landscape.

Key Takeaways

• The best payment processors in Tampa should provide you with equipment as well as options to accept payments online
• Choose a company with 24/7 customer service in case something goes wrong
• Look into several companies before deciding on which processor

Tampa Bay Payment Processing Specialists

Transparent pricing, quick setup, and the ability to accept both high and low-risk merchants raise the bar for Corepay. In addition, since Tampa specializes in nightlife activities, we are confident that we can assist in those hard-to-service industries.

Corepay specializes in hard-to-place merchants such as eCommerce, CBD, health and beauty, adult, travel, coaching, credit repair, and nightclubs. We also offer low-risk payment processing for your standard businesses such as restaurants, clothing retail, or card shops.

If you run a CBD shop, you’ll be pleased to know we offer CBD payment processing tailored to your needs. We also specialize in nightclub payment processing.

Operating out of Winter Park, Florida, we understand the ins and out of Tampa businesses and precisely what you need to focus on.

Applying For Tampa Bay Payment Processing

Applying for payment processing doesn’t need to be a headache. At Corepay, we make the application process quick and to the point so that you can begin processing payments effortlessly.

You will need the following when applying for your Tampa merchant account:

• Certificate of incorporation
• Voided check/proof of bank accounts, such as a signed bank letter displaying your account/routing numbers
• Organizational chart (if applicable)
• Personal and business financial history
• Prior processing statements (if relevant)
• Compliant website
• Necessary Permits & Licenses for your Online Pharmacy – see more at pharmacy merchant accounts
• Chargebacks under 2%
• Six months of processing history

Should you have multiple businesses, please let us know during the application process, as this can help prove your experience during underwriting.

Accepting Online And In-Store Payments With Corepay

Corepay can service your company regardless of your industry and needs; that sets us apart from others.

By partnering with Corepay, you’ll receive a setup tailored to your specific merchant needs and access to industry-leading security/equipment.

Below are some of the industries we serve in Tampa Bay:

• E-commerce
• CBD stores
• Wine bars
• Jewelry
• Pawn shops
• Vape stores
• Restaurants
• Bars
• Retail stores
• Nightclubs
• Services such as plumbing/carpentry
• Travel/rentals
• Tourist attractions

Choose Corepay For Your Tampa Bay Processing Solutions

At Corepay, we understand the ins and outs of payment processing and have the resources to board brick-and-mortar as well as online stores or high-risk merchants.

It’s simple: We understand payment processing for simple solutions such as a brick-and-mortar or restaurant, yet we have the expertise to board your business in high-risk industries.

We also offer our proprietary gateway, Netvalve, designed for high-risk and e-commerce merchants.

You can expect the following when you choose Corepay:

• Fast Approvals Within 24-72 Hours, even for high-risk industries
• Exceptional Customer Service, including direct access to Management Team
• Risk mitigation with Rapid Dispute Resolution (RDR) by Verifi, 3-D Secure 2.1/ our partner product CB-ALERT
• Visa Compelling Evidence 3.0
• Low-risk rates as low as $99 per month and $0.05 per transaction
• Waived fees (application, set up, annual)
• Maximize approval ratios due to routing technology based on your target customer base within our proprietary payment gateway
• Traditional chargeback alerts by Ethoca and Verifi
• High-risk rates as low as a blended 2.95%

Tampa Trade Industries

We are happy to say that we process payments for all businesses in the trades, including, but not limited to, the following:

• Plumbing
• Roofing
• Electricians
• Carpentry
• Computer IT
• Landscaping
• Painting
• Welders
• Mechanics
• Machinists
• Construction
• Manufacturing
• Transportation
• Medical
• Lawyer Offices

We regularly speak with and board those in all of the industries above.

Tampa Restaurant/Club Solutions

Tampa Bay is exploding with new restaurants and nightlife daily. Having reliable payment processing is key to having a successful restaurant.

Whether you own a high-end fine dining restaurant or a small sidewalk cafe, or you have a high-volume fast-casual lunch spot or a coffee cart in a convention center, you need a restaurant merchant services provider that can help you accept all primary forms of payment, including credit and debit cards, and even international and electronic forms of payment.

Corepay can plug you into the right merchant services provider to get you paid quickly, easily, and securely.

Retail Solutions

Every service offered by Corepay is designed to help Tampa businesses grow and thrive while making day-to-day operations easier at the same time.

Whether you’re opening a brick-and-mortar store, expanding your business to a new market, or simply searching for a transparent payment processing that understands your business, Corepay is here to help.

Corepay will get your business to accept credit and debit cards while using cutting-edge equipment, enhancing the customer experience and your bottom line. In addition, we offer low-risk rates as low as $99 per month and $0.05 per transaction.

Wrapping Up

Operating out of Winter Park, Florida, we are proud to call Florida our home. We service companies of any size, whether you specialize in online sales or retail.

We recommend all Florida merchants speak with multiple payment processors before choosing. At Corepay, we can help you save money on processing fees and continue to grow your business to the next level.

Want to maximize your approvals, accept all major card brands, stamp out chargebacks, and grow your business? Then, fill out the application below to find out what Corepay can do for Tampa business owners.