Licensing and Reporting Rules
Pawnbrokers work under state and local licensing and police reporting rules that underwriters review.
Pawn shop merchant accounts
For licensed pawn shops that need card acceptance for retail sales, loan payments and layaway, plus online sales of jewelry, electronics and tools.
Why It's Different
Most processors see the category and say no, or approve you and shut you down later. Here is what an account built for your business has to handle.
Pawnbrokers work under state and local licensing and police reporting rules that underwriters review.
Gold, diamonds and watches can mean big single tickets that trigger holds on a standard account.
Taking card payments on pawn loans and renewals has its own rules, and some processors will not allow it.
Electronics and jewelry sold online attract stolen-card orders and disputes after shipping.
Who We Serve
From first-year operators to multi-location brands, we match each business to processing that fits how it actually runs.
Check My EligibilityWhat You Get
One merchant account, configured for pawn shops, with the tools below ready from day one.
Accept
Terminals for retail sales, loan payments and layaway at the counter, with high-ticket support.
Text a payment link so customers can renew or pay down a loan without coming in.
Protect
AVS, CVV and 3D Secure on online jewelry and electronics orders before you ship.
Itemized receipts with layaway and return terms printed on each sale to support disputes.
Operate
Track layaway balances by customer and accept installments in store or online.
One contact who knows pawn underwriting and helps when you add online sales or locations.
Tell us how your shop runs. We will show you a setup for retail, loans and layaway.
How it Works
Tell us your license, locations, product mix, average ticket and whether you take loan payments by card.
We structure an account for pawn, covering retail, loan payments and layaway as allowed.
Submit your license and documents and get terminals or links set up. A complete file speeds the decision.
Your specialist helps as you grow online sales or open new stores.
Merchant Feedback
Google reviews ★★★★★
“MannyPay made our setup simple from day one — transparent pricing, fast approval, and a team that actually picks up the phone.”
FAQs
Pawn shops combine high-ticket jewelry sales, loan payments and resale of used goods, under state licensing and reporting rules. Processors review them closely, and eligibility is subject to underwriting.
In many cases, yes, depending on state rules and card-brand guidelines. Tell us how you handle loan payments and renewals, and we will structure the account to fit what is allowed.
Yes. A gateway lets you sell jewelry, electronics and tools through your website or online marketplaces, with fraud screening on each order.
Yes. Track layaway balances and accept installments in store, by payment link or online, with clear terms on every receipt.
You need the pawnbroker licenses your state and city require. Underwriting will ask for them. We do not give legal advice on licensing or reporting rules.
Expect your pawn license, business documents, a voided check, recent processing statements and details on your product mix and average ticket. A complete application helps approval decisions move faster.
Free Quote
Tell us a little about your business and a MannyPay specialist will recommend the right account, hardware, gateway, and pricing — with a response within one business day. No obligation, no pressure.