Payment methods available on Bob Shop
Sellers decide which payment methods they want to accept on Bob Shop. Buyers can then choose from the various payment options offered by the seller during the checkout process.
Setting up payment options
Sellers set up their payment options by selecting the appropriate boxes in the My account section. These options are automatically applied to all their listings under the Shipping & Payment tab. Some payment options are pre-selected, those payment options are compulsory for all sellers. Sellers are advised to offer as many payment options as they can, because different buyers have different preferences.
Credit Card
Sellers can accept Credit Card payments through the Bob Shop system. Sellers can request a payout to their own bank account after they have booked the courier, click here to learn how to send your order. Credit Card is a fast and convenient payment method.
Instant EFT
Instant EFT payments can be approved virtually instantaneously, provided there are no errors from the bank in question. Simply select your preferred bank and login to your banking profile. Once you select the account you wish to use, you will be prompted to approve the payment. It’s as simple as that. To learn more about Bob Pay, click here.
Manual EFT
Buyers have the option to make a Manual EFT payment should they feel unsafe logging in with their banking credentials. As a buyer, all you need to do is login to your bank account and make a normal EFT payment to Bob Pay as a recipient. This process is effective but can result in errors if not used correctly.
It’s important that buyers use the correct reference and email address when making payments, otherwise they will run into issues or delays. To make a successful EFT payment, ensure that you have the correct reference number and that you have paid the correct amount to the correct email address. Send proof of payment directly from your bank to: proof-dev@bobpay.co.za. To learn more about Bob Pay, click here.
With all Bob Pay payment methods, you can easily exit an existing payment method previously prompted to select a different payment method. This includes Credit Card, Instant EFT or Scan to Pay provided by Bob Pay.
Scan to Pay
Scan to Pay by Netcash allows buyers to choose their preferred QR and digital wallet app to pay, with a single QR code. First, install the app on your smartphone. Scan the QR code displayed on your smartphone and wait for the transaction to be completed.
PayShap
PayShap provides an instant digital alternative to cash that is safe and convenient. Real-time payments mean that the practical aspect of sending and receiving money is removed. With PayShap, you can pay up to R3000 (depending on the bank provider used) per transaction, by using a bank-registered cellphone number (ShapID) or bank account details.
Bob Bucks
Bob Bucks are Bob Shop vouchers. When buyers buy Bob Bucks for their own use, the amount will be automatically placed into their Bob Shop Bob Bucks account. Buyers who receive Bob Bucks as a gift can use it to pay by this method during checkout. Alternatively, they can redeem their voucher so that it sits safely in their Bob Bucks account until they are ready to shop.
Discovery Miles
Buyers with Discovery Miles (which they earn with the Discovery credit card) can shop on Bob Shop and pay for items from sellers who accept Discovery Miles.
Mobicred
Mobicred is a convenient digital credit facility that allows buyers to shop on Bob Shop and repay the outstanding balance in instalments.
SnapScan
Buyers who have the SnapScan app can pay for products using the SnapScan payment method. SnapScan is a free app which allows you to securely link your credit or debit card to easily pay on the go, wherever or whenever. Your card details are securely encrypted on your phone; neither SnapScan or Bob Shop will have access to your card details.
Capitec Pay
Capitec Pay is an easy, fast and safe way to pay while checking out online. You don’t need to enter your bank card details or share your banking login information. All you need when you use Capitec Pay is your cell phone, account or ID number. You can choose the account you want to pay from and authenticate the payment safely on your Capitec banking app.
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