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Get Paid On Time, Every Time

Accept Direct Debit on invoices and stop chasing down clients for payments. Store their bank details, and automatically charge for one-time and recurring invoices.

Convenient for Clients, Faster for You

Direct Debit makes it simple for clients to pay directly on an invoice by bank transfer. It’s fast, easy and secure for you, and it’s convenient for clients who want to set up automated payments on future invoices. Win-win.

Payments Without the Paperwork

When a client pays for an invoice using Direct Debit, the funds are directly deposited into your account and marked as paid. No more manual entry for you. No more accidental payment reminders for your clients.

Automate Every Recurring Invoice

Stop waiting around for payments every month. Use a Direct Debit Mandate to collect your clients payment information for recurring invoices, and stop having to request authorisation every single time.

Competitive Pricing

Simple, straightforward pricing with no hidden fees.

  • 1%+20p with a £4 cap (Lite & Plus Plans)
  • 1%+20p with a £2 cap (Premium & Select Plans)

  • 1%+€0.25 with €10 cap (Lite & Plus Plans)
  • 1%+€0.25 with €5 cap (Premium & Select Plans)

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the transaction fees?

All BACS Direct Debit payments are 1% + 20p per transaction with a cap of £4 on Lite & Plus plans or £2 on Premium & Select plans.

All SEPA Direct Debit payments are 1% + €0.25 with a cap of €10 on Lite & Plus plans or €5 on Premium & Select plans.

How long does a Direct Debit payment take to process?

Each payment can take up to 6 business days while the initial Direct Debit Mandate payment can take anywhere from 1-7 business days to process before appearing in your Stripe dashboard and becoming available for withdrawal. Once a Mandate has been set up, payments may process much quicker within the 1-7 business days.

How do I enable Direct Debit (BACS) in my account?

BACS Direct Debit is available to businesses that have bill in GBP and have selected United Kingdom in their Company Profile.

How do I enable Direct Debit (SEPA) in my account?

SEPA Direct Debit is available to businesses that bill in Euros and accept payments through Stripe. To see the list of SEPA supported countries, click here.

How do I use the Direct Debit feature?

You can see our full FAQ page on how to enable and use the Direct Debit feature in your account here

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