Acquiring Bank Agreement

/ˈækwəˌraɪɪŋ bæŋk əˈɡriːmənt/

Definitions

  1. (n.) A contract between a merchant and an acquiring bank outlining terms for processing card payment transactions.
    The merchant signed an acquiring bank agreement to begin accepting credit card payments.

Forms

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Commentary

Typically governs responsibilities and fees related to transaction processing; drafters should clearly define chargeback procedures and liability.

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