Convenience Fee - Questions

How do I determine the convenience fee? Why does ACI Payments, Inc. charge a convenience fee for payments? Is the convenience fee negotiable? If I'm unwilling to pay the convenience fee, can I still use this service? How will the charge appear on my credit or debit card statement? Is the convenience fee tax deductible?

Convenience Fee - Answers

1. How do I determine the convenience fee? Go to the Payment Center and click on Fee Calculator. [ T O P ] 2. Why does ACI Payments, Inc. charge a convenience fee for payments? The convenience fee covers the cost of processing the payment transaction. [ T O P ] 3. Is the convenience fee negotiable? The convenience fee covers the cost of processing the payment transaction and is not negotiable. [ T O P ] 4. If I'm unwilling to pay the convenience fee, can I still use this service? No. The convenience fee covers the cost of processing the payment transaction and is not negotiable. [ T O P ] 5. How will the charge appear on my credit or debit card statement? The payment charge and the convenience fee charge will appear separately on your card statement. [ T O P ] 6. Is the convenience fee tax deductible? Generally, when this fee is paid or incurred by a business, it can be deducted as a business expense. Typically, it is not tax deductible for the payment of personal taxes or for the payment of other government obligations. We advise you to consult with a tax professional regarding the tax deductibility of the convenience fee as it pertains to your particular application. [ T O P ]