
Direct Deposits on AO Pay
Simplify payments with AO Pay’s Direct Deposits - a secure, effortless solution that streamlines transactions, enhances efficiency, and keeps your business running seamlessly.





Why use Direct Deposits on AO Pay

Secure Online
Payments
Protect your business with cutting-edge security that safeguards every transaction, ensures compliance, and builds trust with your customers in an increasingly digital world.

Seamless
Integration
AO Pay integrates effortlessly with your e-commerce platform, offering secure, reliable payment processing to enhance user experience and simplify your operations.

World-Class
Support
Our dedicated support team is available around the clock, delivering expert assistance to businesses and customers for a smooth, stress-free payment experience.

Comprehensive
Reporting
Leverage robust analytics and detailed reports to gain actionable insights, track performance, and make informed decisions that drive your business forward.

How Direct Deposits Works
AO Pay’s Direct Deposits make payments simple and efficient. Customers select their bank and are directed to a payment page displaying account details and a unique reference. They complete the payment through their online banking, and once the funds are received, AO Pay updates the transaction status and sends an instant notification to the merchant, ensuring a smooth and reliable process.
Direct Deposits FAQ's
How to Deposit using Direct Deposits
- On the AO Pay Payment Page, Select Your sending Bank
- You will be presented with account details and Unique Reference to use for Payment
- Log into your Bank Internet Banking and process EFT using the details provided, making sure to use the correct amount and reference
- For quicker turnaround, be sure to select Immediate Payment
I used the incorrect reference
If you paid a using the incorrect reference, you will need to reach out to our support team. As soon as funds have been received we can allocate the transaction accordingly.
I paid a different amount to what was initiated
If you paid a different amount to what was set on the Merchants platform, this will go into a manual recon process and may experience longer delays. The AO Pay team will notify the merchant once the funds have been received.
How long does it take?
Direct Deposits can take anywhere from 2 minutes to 48 hours to complete. It depends on the whether an immediate payment was done or not as well as the time of day. Transactions done outside of banking hours experience a longer clearing time compare to those done within banking ours
Are there any limits?
You are only limited to your Internet Banking/Banking App Limits
Do all merchants support Direct Deposits?
No, only merchants approved by AO Pay are able to accept Direct Deposits.
Integrate with Ease: APIs, Plugins, and Cashier Solutions
Our developer-friendly API documentation, e-commerce plugins, and cashier integrations make connecting with AO Pay effortless. Whether you’re building a custom solution, enhancing your online store, or streamlining in-person payments, our tools are designed for simplicity, speed, and seamless integration. Empower your business with flexible, scalable payment solutions that grow with you.
