Cannabis & Hemp Payment Processing
The Foundation for Cannabis & Hemp Business Payments.
Beyond retail CBD — dedicated payment infrastructure for the broader hemp ecosystem, ancillary businesses, and compliant cannabis operations.
Cannabis & HempProcessing, Built Right
Where Others See Risk, We See a Business.
Where Stripe says "No," we say "Let's make it work." As a direct ISO/TSP, we don't just accept high-risk merchants — we specialize in them. We use our direct relationships with acquiring banks to fight for your approval, build your case, and get you processing.
Our ISO/TSP status means we sit at the table with the banks. We can vouch for your business model, explain your compliance posture, and advocate for fair terms. That's the difference between a generic aggregator and a specialized payment partner.
Our ISO/TSP status means we sit at the table with the banks. We can vouch for your business model, explain your compliance posture, and advocate for fair terms. That's the difference between a generic aggregator and a specialized payment partner.
Beyond CBD
The cannabis and hemp industry is broader than retail CBD — it includes hemp product manufacturers, seed sellers, ancillary equipment suppliers, compliance technology providers, and businesses operating in the legal cannabis supply chain.
Processing the Whole Ecosystem
Cost+ provides payment processing for the wider cannabis and hemp ecosystem. We differentiate between retail CBD (see our dedicated CBD page) and the broader industry infrastructure — because the compliance requirements, risk profiles, and business models are different.
Tailored Compliance
Our direct ISO/TSP status allows us to work with acquiring banks who understand the nuances of the legal cannabis space. Whether you're selling hemp seeds, manufacturing hemp-derived products, or providing services to the cannabis industry — we build compliant payment infrastructure tailored to your specific business model.
NO HIDDEN FEES
No "High-Risk Surcharges." Just Transparent Pricing.
Cannabis-adjacent businesses often face processing rates of 5-8% — or outright rejection — because processors can't (or won't) distinguish between a hemp seed supplier and an illegal dispensary.
Interchange
Card Networks
Scheme Fees
Visa/MC/Amex
Your Total Cost
Nothing else
Our Margin
Percent, %
Network
Access Fee
Access Fee
Euro, €
Cost+ takes the time to understand your specific business model and applies IC++ pricing based on actual risk characteristics: Interchange + Card Scheme Fee + our margin. If you're operating a compliant, legal business in the hemp and cannabis space, your processing rate should reflect that — not penalize you for your industry's reputation.
REGULATORY READY
Compliance Excellence
Industry-specific regulatory expertise built into your processing infrastructure.
TRUSTED & VERIFIED
Your Dedicated
Merchant ID. No Pooling. No Surprises.
Cannabis and
hemp businesses
need
processing stability
more than
almost any
other
industry —
because
finding a
replacement
processor
termination can
take months,
not days.
Your
MID
is
dedicated,
properly
classified
for your
specific
business model,
and
managed
through our
direct
ISO relationships.
We don't make
reactive
decisions
based on
industry headlines.
SEE YOUR RATES
Get Your
Specialized Quote
Just because you're "high-risk" doesn't mean you should pay high prices. Let us show you what transparent Cost+ pricing looks like for Cannabis & Hemp.
CANNABIS & HEMP PAYMENTS
Frequently Asked Questions
Supported business types, regulatory compliance, account separation, and the changing legal landscape.
Does Cost+ process payments for cannabis and hemp businesses?
Yes. Cost+ goes beyond retail CBD to support the broader hemp ecosystem, ancillary cannabis businesses, and compliant cannabis operations — industries that typically face 5–8% processing rates or outright rejection.
What types of cannabis businesses does Cost+ support?
Cost+ supports a range of cannabis-related businesses including hemp product manufacturers, ancillary service providers, compliant cannabis retailers, and businesses operating in legal markets. Each undergoes a business model assessment during onboarding.
How does Cost+ handle the changing cannabis legal landscape?
Cost+ provides legal market verification and ongoing compliance monitoring to adapt to evolving cannabis regulations across different jurisdictions, with enhanced AML monitoring tailored to the cannabis industry.
Does Cost+ offer separate accounts for cannabis vs. other products?
Cost+ provides dedicated Merchant IDs for cannabis businesses, separate from retail accounts. This ensures proper MCC classification and compliance isolation, protecting merchants from issues that could arise from co-mingled processing.
What compliance features does Cost+ offer for cannabis merchants?
Cost+ provides legal market verification, business model assessment, license validation, enhanced AML monitoring, and ongoing compliance support — all essential for operating in the regulated cannabis and hemp industry.
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