To become a merchant the following are necessary: Merchant needs to have a DDA (current) account with the Bank. (Business account or personal account trading as business name). Company/Business needs to be registered Functioning email address and mobile number (These are necessary for the setup of the merchant on the merchant portal) The business should have a functional communication medium compatible to the POS terminal: Fixed Terminals – connect via Internet (DSL modem). Wireless WiFi Terminals – connect using Internet and a wireless router (These also connect via tethering/Hotspot).