Bancontact by Stripe Payment Gateway: An Overview
Bancontact by Stripe is a widely-used payment solution in Belgium, allowing businesses to accept seamless, secure online payments. With Bancontact, customers can make payments using their bank accounts, providing a convenient and trusted payment method for e-commerce transactions.

Who Can Open a Stripe Merchant Account?
Stripe accounts are available to businesses and individuals in countries supported by Stripe, including Belgium, the European Union, and many others. Entrepreneurs, small businesses, and larger companies can all register for a Stripe account to access payment solutions like Bancontact.

Requirements to Open a Stripe Account
To open a Stripe account, merchants need to provide:

• A valid email address for account registration.
• Business details, such as the name, address, and Tax Identification Number (if applicable).
• A business bank account to receive funds.
• An active website or online store showcasing the products or services offered.
• Legal identification documents, such as a passport or national ID.

Supporting Currencies
Bancontact transactions are processed in Euros (EUR), making it an ideal payment method for businesses targeting Belgian and European customers.

Integration with Shopify via CartDNA
Shopify merchants can integrate Bancontact by Stripe quickly and easily using the CartDNA Bancontact by Stripe Shopify application. The app can be installed and configured within minutes, requiring only an eligible, active Stripe account. Once integrated, businesses can offer Bancontact as a trusted payment method on their Shopify store, improving customer convenience and boosting conversion rates.

Bancontact by Stripe is an excellent choice for businesses seeking to serve Belgian customers with a reliable local payment method.