Business Consulting Merchant Account

Reliable Business Consulting Payment Processing

Our team works with consultants and professional services firms every day, so you get payment solutions that fit how you bill. You will work with a dedicated account manager who helps you choose the right setup for projects, retainers and one-off engagements.

We integrate consulting credit card processing with the invoicing, CRM and subscription tools you already use - no technical skills required. Once you apply, you will complete a short application covering your services and processing volume, and after a quick underwriting review our team finishes setting up your merchant account.

From solo consultants and coaches to boutique firms and large advisory practices, we provide affordable, reliable business consulting credit card processing with transparent pricing and dependable support.

What our Business Consulting merchant services deliver

Everything you need to accept payments and grow with confidence.

  • Simplified processing
  • Safe, secure transactions
  • Professional account management
  • Instant access to your funds
  • Diverse payment options
  • Easy-to-use payment solutions
Why Choose Karma Card Payments

Built for the way consulting firms operate

There are many compelling reasons to choose Karma Card Payments for processing credit card transactions for your consulting business. Here are the key benefits our business consulting payment solutions offer.

Business Consulting Payment Gateway

Our business consulting payment gateways make it simple to get paid for projects and retainers. We give you secure, flexible options - including recurring billing, hosted invoices and card-on-file for repeat clients.

Chargeback Protection

Chargeback protection is included with every consulting merchant account. We help you reduce disputes with clear billing descriptors and documentation, and we help you contest illegitimate chargebacks so you keep more of what you earn.

Fraud Prevention Tools

Fraud prevention is built into every transaction we process. Our solutions flag stolen-card and suspicious payments before they post, protecting your card-not-present consulting invoices.

Industries We Support

Types of consulting businesses we support

The consulting industry spans many specialties and billing models. We provide reliable business consulting payment processing for firms and independent consultants of every size.

Management Consultants
Strategy Firms
Marketing Consultants
HR Consultants
IT Consultants
Financial Advisors
Business Coaches
Executive Coaching
Boutique Consultancies
Independent Consultants
Advisory Practices
Plus many more

Get started today

Share your contact details and a member of our team will schedule a call to build the right business consulting merchant account for your firm.

FAQ

Business consulting payment processing - frequently asked questions

Answers to the questions consultants ask us most about accepting payments, retainers, fees and getting approved.

How can I accept payments for my consulting business?

We provide flexible business consulting payment processing so you can bill clients however you work:

Online: We offer secure payment gateways and hosted invoices for card payments from any device.

Recurring: We support automated recurring billing for monthly retainers and ongoing advisory plans.

Over the phone: Our virtual terminals make it easy to take payments by phone or email.

What are the credit card processing fees for consulting businesses?

Consulting processing fees typically range from 1.5% to 3%. Professional services are generally lower-risk, so rates are competitive with standard business processing.

We offer transparent consulting pricing with no surprise fees and competitive rates that keep more of every invoice in your pocket.

What do I need to apply for a consulting merchant account?

To speed up approval of your business consulting merchant account, gather the following before you apply:

  • Government-issued photo ID
  • Signed merchant application
  • Voided check or bank letter
  • Three months of recent bank statements
  • Three months of prior processing statements (if available)
  • Details about your business consulting firm and the products or services you sell

Your website should use an SSL certificate and HTTPS and include your legal business name, contact details, a Privacy Policy, Terms & Conditions, a Refund and Return Policy, and clear pricing so underwriting can approve your account quickly.

Can I bill clients on retainers and recurring plans?

Yes. We support automated recurring billing and card-on-file so you can charge monthly retainers, subscriptions and milestone payments without chasing invoices. Your dedicated account manager helps you set up the billing schedule that fits your engagements.

How long does consulting merchant account approval take?

Most business consulting merchant accounts are approved within 24-48 hours once we have your completed application and supporting documents. Submitting accurate statements and business details up front is the fastest way to get your account live.