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What are instant merchant accounts?
Instant merchant accounts are fast merchant accounts that can be set up instantly, or as close to instantly as possible. Traditionally, applying for a merchant account involves filling out and application and mailing or faxing it to the account provider, along with whatever documentation they require. With an instant merchant account, the application can be submitted over the phone or online, and documentation can be emailed, its information transmitted electronically, or sent it at a later day for post-approval processing. Fast merchant accounts are appealing because the standard wait of seven to ten business days is reduced to just a day or two, or in some cases just a few hours.
How can I get instant merchant accounts today?
In order to get set up with fast merchant accounts, you'll need to find a merchant account provider that advertises instant or fast approval merchant accounts, and one that accepts applications for those merchant accounts online, and/or over the phone. Make sure to fill out your application completely, include all necessary documentation, and check everything over for typos, spelling errors and misinformation. Getting everything right the first time ensures that you'll have instant merchant accounts today, or as soon as possible.
