Australia Bans Credit Card Surcharges; ATO Delays Card Payment Ban
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What happened
The Reserve Bank of Australia and the Australian Taxation Office implemented rules banning credit card surcharges starting October 1, 2026. The ATO had planned to stop accepting credit card payments for tax bills, but this decision was delayed until June 2027 following criticism from small businesses.
Why it matters
The surcharge ban was designed to prevent businesses from passing card payment costs directly onto customers, a move estimated to save consumers $1.6 billion annually. However, the change prompted some businesses, such as cafes, to raise prices.
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Newest first. Tap a step to see who reported it.Government forces ATO to delay credit card ban while political figures call for further RBA action.1 source
McKellar criticized ATO policy, noting it contradicts Labor's surcharge ban.1 source
ATO and RBA implement new rules banning credit card surcharges.1 source