How to add a credit card fee to invoices in Boomer Commerce

  1. Boomer Commerce
  2. Store Administrator Guide
  3. Product Management

Introduction

Use this guide to configure a credit card fee in Boomer Commerce so it appears as a line item on invoices. This is a setup task, not a payment-processing step. The fee is created as a product, assigned to a new revenue type, and supported with clear terms and disclaimers.

Prerequisites

Before you begin, make sure you have access to the product area, revenue type settings, and your Terms & Conditions and Purchase Terms content.

  • Admin access in Boomer Commerce
  • A percentage amount for the fee
  • Approved wording for your disclaimer
  • A revenue type name, such as Fees

Step-by-step instructions

Step 1: Create the fee as a product

Go to the product area and create a new product for the surcharge. Use a clear name such as Credit Card Fee so it is easy to identify on invoices and reports.

Step 2: Set the fee percentage

Enter the percentage you want to apply to qualifying invoices or payments. For example, you may set the fee to 3%. Confirm that the percentage matches your business rules and local requirements.

Step 3: Create a revenue type called Fees

Create a new revenue type named Fees. Assign the credit card fee product to this revenue type so the surcharge is categorized correctly in your accounting and reporting.

Step 4: Add the disclaimer to your terms

Add a disclaimer to both Terms & Conditions and Purchase Terms that explains the credit card fee, when it applies, and any limitations. Use approved legal or compliance wording before publishing.

Step 5: Verify the fee appears on invoices

Create a test invoice or review an existing invoice to confirm the fee appears as a separate line item with the correct name, percentage, and revenue type.

Tips and best practices

  • Use a descriptive product name so staff and customers can easily recognize the fee.
  • Keep the revenue type consistent with your accounting structure.
  • Review local regulations before applying any surcharge.
  • Test the invoice output before making the fee live.

Summary

To add a credit card fee to invoices in Boomer Commerce, create the fee as a product, set the percentage, assign it to a new revenue type called Fees, and add the required disclaimer to your terms. This configuration ensures the surcharge is displayed clearly as an invoice line item.

Additional information

This article covers fee configuration only. It does not explain how to process a credit card payment. If you need help with payment processing, contact Boomer Commerce support or review the related payment setup article.

Disclaimer

Boomer Commerce does not provide legal or tax advice. Before applying a credit card fee or surcharge, confirm that your setup complies with applicable laws, card network rules, and your internal policies.