Integrating Moneris Payment Processor

Integrating Moneris Payment Processor

Overview

The Moneris Payment Processor enables Canadian iVendNext merchants to securely accept credit and debit card payments—including contactless NFC transactions—through certified payment terminals. 


This article provides a comprehensive walkthrough for configuring Moneris, from payment type creation to POS terminal mapping and transaction processing.




Why Choose Moneris?

✔ Exclusive to Canada – Optimized for Canadian payment standards
✔ Omnichannel Support – In-store, online, and mobile payments
✔ Advanced Security – End-to-end encryption and tokenization
✔ Quick Deposits – Next-business-day funding for most transactions


Note: Moneris requires:


  • Active merchant account

  • Moneris-certified payment terminal (e.g., Ingenico, V400m)

  • Admin access to iVendNext



Step 1: Create a Moneris Payment Type

1. Navigate to Mode of Payment

Go to: Home > Accounting > Payments > Mode of Payment


2. Configure Payment Settings

Click "Add Mode of Payment" and enter:


  • Name: "Moneris Credit/Debit"

  • Type: Select "Credit Card"

  • Description: "Moneris card payments"

  • Enabled: ✔ (Check to activate)


3. Set Retail Parameters

Under Retail Section:


  • Min/Max Amount: $0.50–$25,000 (adjust per your policy)

  • Print Receipt: Enable for auto-printing

  • Open Cash Drawer: Disable (irrelevant for card payments)


Click Save.



Step 2: Link Moneris to Your POS Terminal

1. Access POS Terminal Settings

Navigate to: Home > Retail > POS Terminal


2. Assign Device ID

  • Select your terminal

  • Enter the Moneris Device ID (provided in your merchant portal)



3. Save

Click Save, then restart the POS application to apply changes.



Step 3: Update Payment Templates

1. Edit Master Template

Go to: Home > Retail > Settings > Payment Template


  • Add "Moneris Credit/Debit" to the payment methods list

  • Set as default (optional)


2. Sync Changes

Click Update Payment to propagate settings to all POS terminals.



Processing Moneris Transactions

Test Transaction Flow

  1. Initiate Sale: Add items in iVendNext POS

  2. Select Payment: Choose "Moneris Credit/Debit"

  3. Customer Interaction:

    • Insert/swipe/tap card

    • Enter PIN for debit transactions

  4. Completion:

    • Receipt auto-prints (if enabled)

    • Balance shows for over-tender (e.g., cashback)



Troubleshooting Guide

Here’s a quick look at some common issues you might run into.


Issue

Resolution

"Payment Declined"

Verify terminal internet connection & merchant account status

Device Not Detected

Recheck Device ID; reconnect hardware

Delayed Settlement

Confirm Moneris batch closure timing




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