How to pay for licences and permits with a credit card

Many businesses require various licences and permits to operate legally and efficiently in their given industry.

Licence and permit fees are often necessary but expensive, whether for a restaurant owner obtaining a liquor licence, a contractor securing building permits, or an estate agent renewing their professional licence.

However, with pay.com.au, you can turn these significant expenses into a windfall of credit card rewards points.

How many points can you earn when paying for business licences and permits with a credit card?

The potential for earning points is substantial. With the right business credit card, you could earn up to 1.25 points per pound spent on your licences and permits through pay.com.au.

For example, if you spend $4,000 on annual licence renewals, you could earn 5,000 points. That’s a good start towards a one-way Economy Class flight from London to Manchester on British Airways, which requires around 7,500 points.

What if the licensing authority doesn’t accept credit card payments?

This is where pay.com.au comes in. Even if the licensing authority doesn’t accept credit cards or imposes high surcharges, our platform allows you to use your preferred card and collect all the associated rewards points. Here’s how it works:

1. You make the payment to pay.com.au using your chosen credit or charge card.
2. We then pay the licensing authority on your behalf.
3. You earn thousands of credit card reward points in the process.

It’s that simple. The timing between your credit card payment through pay.com.au and receipt by the payee is typically only T+2 days, ensuring no delays in receiving your licences or permits.

What types of licences and permits can you pay for through pay.com.au?

Our platform isn’t limited to specific types of licences or permits. You can use pay.com.au for a wide range of business licence and permit payments, including:

• Business operation licences
• Professional licences
• Building and renovation permits
• Food and beverage licences
• Environmental permits
• Occupational licences

Why pay.com.au beats paying direct

• Unlock cash flow
• Earn your full credit card rewards on licence and permit payments
• Earn two sets of rewards by opting in for PayRewards on every credit card payment
• Earn PayRewards points when paying via a linked bank account
• Redeem your rewards for almost anything! Flights, gift cards, travel and more

How do the pay.com.au fees stack up?

pay.com.au offers you some of the most competitive fees in the market for processing credit card payments for business licences and permits:

• Mastercard: 1% + GST
• VISA: 1.20% + GST
• American Express: 2.10% + GST

Plus there’s an option to add PayRewards Points to every transaction:

• Earn 1 PayRewards Point per $1 with a 1.0% ex GST
• Or 2 Points per $1 with a 1.8% ex GST

These rates can be further reduced if you subscribe to their Regular or Premium packages. When compared to other B2B payment options, pay.com.au often emerges as a superior rewards and payments ecosystem for your business.

Is it worth it for your business?

When deciding whether to use pay.com.au for your business licence and permit payments, consider:

• The value of the rewards you’ll earn
• The fees you’ll pay to obtain the rewards
• The potential cash flow benefits for your business

For many businesses, especially those with high licensing costs, the rewards earned can far outweigh the fees, making it a smart financial decision. Feel free to visit our help centre or get in touch with our team who can help you crunch the numbers.

How do I sign up?

It’s easy. Head to the link and follow the prompts to sign up for your business. It’s free to get started, and with low fees and a user-friendly interface, pay.com.au helps you do business better while maximising your rewards.

By using pay.com.au, you could soon be swapping your business licence for a boarding pass on your next flight. Join our growing number of satisfied customers who are turning their licence and permit expenses into premium travel experiences.

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