If you haven't processed an American Express transaction, follow these steps to test your terminal and ensure you are ready to accept American Express^® Cards.

1. Choose the "Sale" key on your terminal, or follow the procedures provided with your terminal for completing a keyed manual transaction.

2. Key in American Express Card number 3739-532443-61001, expiration 12/XX (input last two digits of current year), and submit a charge for $1. If your terminal asks you for additional information, press "Enter/Send" or enter "0000" to bypass.

3. When you receive a six-digit Authorization Approval code, you are ready to accept American Express Cards.

To offset the transaction, process a "void" using the same Card number and expiration date in step 2. If you don’t receive a six-digit Authorization Approval Code or receive an error message, contact your terminal provider for assistance. You can often find your terminal provider's name and number on the underside of your terminal. When you call, you will need to know your American Express Merchant Account number.

For more information please visit:

americanexpress.com/paymentprocessing

Once your terminal is set up, order complimentary decals to let high-spending Cardmembers know you accept the American Express Card. Put decals in your windows, set up displays on your counter and download digital logos for your website.