Complete cancellation guides for all major UK payment providers. Learn about exit fees, notice periods, and better alternatives.
Don't let exit fees keep you overpaying. Up to £3,000 contract buyout: up to £3,000 towards your existing provider's exit fees when you switch to Dojo through MerchantSwitch (eligibility confirmed at quote). We review your contract for free and handle the paperwork. We respond in under 5 minutes when you get in touch.
Full details in our guide: how to get out of a card machine contract.
The buyout usually beats paying exit fees. Up to £3,000 towards your exit fees when you switch through MerchantSwitch, plus a free Dojo terminal with no monthly rental. We respond in under 5 minutes.
| Provider | Contract Length | Notice Period | Exit Fee | Difficulty | Guide |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Worldpay | 3-5 years | 90 days | Up to £1,500 | Very Hard | Read Guide → |
| Barclaycard | 3-5 years | 90 days | Up to £2,500 | Very Hard | Read Guide → |
| Lloyds Cardnet | 3-5 years | 90 days | Up to £1,500 | Very Hard | Read Guide → |
| Global Payments | 24-36 months | 90 days | £300-£1,200 | Hard | Read Guide → |
| Elavon | 24-36 months | 90 days | £250-£800 | Medium | Read Guide → |
| Clover | 12-36 months | 90 days | £400-£1,500 | Medium | Read Guide → |
| Teya (SaltPay) | 18-24 months | 60-90 days | £150-£600 | Medium | Read Guide → |
| Tyl by NatWest | 12-24 months | 30-60 days | £100-£500 | Medium | Read Guide → |
| Shift4 | 24-36 months | 90 days | £300-£1,500 | Medium | Read Guide → |
| Evo Payments | 18-36 months | 60-90 days | £200-£900 | Medium | Read Guide → |
| Handepay | 12-24 months | 30-60 days | £100-£400 | Medium | Read Guide → |
| Square | None | None | £0 | Easy | Read Guide → |
| SumUp | None | None | £0 | Easy | Read Guide → |
| Zettle | None | None | £0 | Easy | Read Guide → |
Switching is worth 20-30% of the card processing bill for many businesses. We compare total cost at your real card volume.
Modern providers offer UK-based support, faster payouts, and more transparent pricing.
Many new providers (Square, SumUp, Zettle) offer no contracts - cancel anytime with zero fees.
Yes, but you'll likely pay early termination fees. These range from £150 (short contracts) to £2,000+ (long contracts with significant time remaining). Check our provider-specific guides above.
Most UK providers require 30-90 days' notice. Worldpay and Barclaycard typically require 90 days. No-contract providers (Square, SumUp, Zettle) require no notice.
Contact us for free advice. We've helped negotiate exit fees down by 30-60% for hundreds of businesses. Sometimes it's worth paying to switch if you'll save significantly each month.
Often yes! Providers don't want to lose you. We can negotiate on your behalf to get better rates without the hassle of switching. Call 0333 041 3933 for free help.
Depends on your transaction volume and business type. For high volume (£30k+/month), Dojo quotes a custom rate; we have seen quotes as low as 0.29%. For low volume or no-contract flexibility, SumUp or Square work well.
We will review your contract, calculate exit costs, and compare 17 UK providers to find the best alternative at your card volume.