Obtaining a Google Merchant ID

Overview

To accept payments through Google Pay, merchants must register their business with Google and obtain a Google Merchant ID. This unique identifier is essential for processing transactions and accessing Google Pay's payment infrastructure.

Prerequisites

Before beginning the registration process, ensure you have:

A valid business entity (registered company, LLC, sole proprietorship, etc.)
Business tax identification number (EIN, VAT number, or equivalent)
Business bank account information
Legal business name and address
Primary contact information for your business

Registration Process

1. Access the Google Pay Business Console

Navigate to the Google Pay Business Console at: https://pay.google.com/business/console/home

Sign in with your Google account. If you don't have one, you'll need to create a Google account associated with your business.

2a. Create Your Merchant Profile

Once logged in, if you don't already have one, you'll be prompted to create a new merchant profile.

2b. Complete Verification

Google will review your submitted information and documents. This process typically takes:

Standard verification: 1-3 business days
Additional verification (if required): Up to 7 business days

You'll receive email notifications about your verification status. Be prepared to provide additional documentation if requested.

3. Obtain Your Google Merchant ID

Upon successful verification, you'll receive your Google Merchant ID. This will be:

Displayed in your Google Pay Business Console dashboard
Sent via email confirmation
Required for all API integrations and payment processing

Your Merchant ID format will typically be a combination of letters and numbers

Next Steps

After obtaining your Google Merchant ID:

Technical Integration: Configure the Google Merchant ID for the respective merchant record in Preczn by either;
1. Saving the value in the Dashboard on the Merchant Detail page, under the "Wallet Settings" tab.
2. Using the Update Merchant endpoint of the API to update the walletSettings.googlePay.googleMerchantId value on the merchant record:
```
{
  "walletSettings": {
    "googlePay": {
      "enabled": true,
      "googleMerchantId": "BCR2DN4T01234567"
    }
  }
}
```

Additional Information

Test mode merchant accounts do not require a Google Pay merchant ID to function in Google's sandbox environment. You can enter a valid merchant ID if you choose, or any 18-character string to satisfy the requirement.

Note: This guide provides general information about the Google Pay merchant registration process. Specific requirements and procedures may vary based on your business location and type. Always refer to the official Google Pay documentation for the most current information.