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Card surcharges end October 1: Will your coffee get cheaper or a hidden price rise on the way?

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Background: The Reserve Banks will move to ban surcharge fees, despite objections from businesses. (Source: AAP/Farid Farid). Inset: Sahil Kansal. Credit: (Supplied by Sahil Kansal)

From 1 October 2026, businesses in Australia will no longer be able to add a surcharge when customers pay by card, following a Reserve Bank of Australia decision. We unpack what the change actually means, where prices are heading and how small businesses are likely to respond.


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Presented by Nabeel Hasan

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From 1 October 2026, businesses in Australia will no longer be able to add a surcharge when customers pay by card, following a Reserve Bank of Australia decision. We unpack what the change actually means, where prices are heading and how small businesses are likely to respond.


(Disclaimer: The views expressed in this interview are those of the interviewee and do not necessarily reflect the views of SBS. This interview is intended for general information purposes only and should not be considered financial or investment advice.)

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