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EV charging payments

A fast, simple way to modernize closed-loop EV charging terminals with universal open-loop acceptance of EMV payment cards. The Switchio EV charging solution is both hardware and acquirer independent, ensuring seamless integration and flexibility for diverse operational environments.

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Why Choose Switchio for EV Charging Payments?

Integrate EMV-ready terminal with Internet connectivity in a wireless and easy way. Everything is managed in the cloud.

Hardware producers

Ensure seamless compatibility with payment terminals, EMV cards, and open standards like ISO 15118 and OCPP.

EV charging providers

Enable contactless payments, roaming, and cross-border functionality—all under your own brand.

EV charging integrators

Accelerate deployment with ready-to-integrate payment modules, real-time APIs, and multi-protocol support.

Switchio EV Core is a cloud-based solution for cEMV acceptance at EV charge points. In addition to enabling secure transactions, it supports multi-acquirer transaction routing, allowing flexible processing across different financial institutions. Furthermore, it can be easily integrated into a wide range of payment terminals.

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Benefits of Open-loop EV Charging Payments

AFIR compliance ready

From 13 April 2024, all new publicly accessible EV recharging points must accept card payments. By 1 January 2027, this requirement will apply to all existing points. To stay compliant with AFIR legislation, now is the time to implement seamless and secure payment solutions for your customers.

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Open API & Easy integration

Switchio is a cloud-based, open-architecture platform, making it easy to integrate with existing payment systems, terminal apps, back-office infrastructure, and charge network management systems. Moreover, you can choose from multiple hardware options.

Centralized payment processing

Switchio covers all of your payment processing needs, including terminal network and software management, transaction processing, and centralized reporting. In addition, our system supports transaction clearance and settlement for a fully integrated solution.

Dr. Mark Steffen Walcher

Managing Director of SMART/LAB

At SMART/LAB, we focus on making backend and billing solutions as simple as possible for operators while providing flexibility for the future. Partnership with Switchio simplifies EV charging for drivers and aligns with EU regulations.

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Acquirer-Independent Payment Solution

Full 24/7 support

Open protocol towards EVC back-end providers

Acquirer-independent solution

Possibility of choosing, changing, and combining multiple banks.

CLOUD solution fully compliant and certified with major card brands

Recommended EV charging payment hardware

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Be inspired by the possibilities for your open-loop EV charging payments!

Simplifying EV Charging

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Frequently asked questions

What hardware is compatible with the Switchio EV charging payments app?

The Switchio payment app integrates seamlessly with a wide range of hardware devices. Currently, it supports Pax IM25, IM30, Nexgo UN20, and Ingenico Self 2000. Additionally, compatibility with five more devices is in development.

Which software and acquirers are compatible with the Switchio payment app?

Does every charging point require its own terminal?

We use closed-loop payments and want cEMV. How can Switchio help?

What is single mode vs. kiosk mode?