The reliable all-rounder
Take payments on-the-go or at the front desk
Connects via Bluetooth, GPRS, Wi-Fi and mobile data networks
Accept tips with reporting to help see who earned them
Professional services
The approval of your application depends on financial circumstances and borrowing history.
Payment solutions for professional services
Whether you have a pet parlour, or you're a painter and decorator, we’ve got a range of solutions to help you make the most of your payments – and provide an elevated experience to keep customers coming back.
What’s more, our card readers let you get paid quickly,* and come with free accountancy software† worth over £300 a year so you can focus on what really matters – your professional services business.
*Settlement terms may vary. To receive next-day settlement, transactions need to be taken before 7pm.
†Free FreshBooks Plus plan available for selected Barclaycard customers only. FreshBooks reserves the right to terminate free accounts that don’t belong to an existing Barclaycard customer. The partners may receive a revenue share from each other on approved applications.
All-in-one POS solution
Manage appointments on your card reader or in the online portal
Send SMS appointment reminders to help reduce no-shows
Delight your customers by capturing their preferences, and accept tips for a job well done
Our pocket-sized tool
Pocket-sized card reader that can be taken between appointments
Track your sales and more from the app on your mobile device
Add services to your inventory for a quick checkout experience
“Barclaycard’s technology has been a game-changer for us, contributing to revenue growth for three years.”
– Lorraine, New Era Property
Our card readers helped Lorraine’s business – read more on how they can help yours: 10 ways a card reader benefits your business
Smart solutions. Simple pricing. Easy application
How to get in touch and apply
If your professional services business takes under £100,000 a year in card payments, you can apply online for our mobile, all-in-one POS and pay-as-you-go card readers.
Tailored pricing plans are available for businesses who take over £100,000 a year in card transactions. Simply call 0808 189 3530, Monday to Friday, 9am – 5pm, or fill in the form to request a call-back.
We also partner with trade associations to offer their members support. If your business is a trade association member, please let us know when you call.
Break free from your current contract
We could cover up to £3,000 of your exit fees if you switch to us. And we won’t charge you for leaving if you need to in the future.
Call 0808 189 3804, between Monday and Friday from 9am – 6pm or request a call-back.
(Not available on Smartpay Anywhere. T&Cs apply.)
Cards for your professional services business
Discover a more rewarding way to pay with our range of cards for business.
Our cards aren't just rewarding, they're award-winning too. So, we're delighted to have won 'Best Business Card Provider' at the 2024 Business Moneyfacts Awards for the 11th year running.
The approval of your application depends on your financial circumstances and borrowing history, so do the terms you may be offered.
Where to head next
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