Powering Payments for Cigar Shops, Cigar Lounges, and Tobacco Retailers
Merchant Services Designed for the Cigar and Tobacco Industry

At Vecter, we specialize in providing reliable, industry-specific payment solutions tailored to the cigar and tobacco space. With deep experience in supporting tobacco-related businesses, we understand the challenges you face — from navigating compliance requirements to securing reliable payment processing. That’s why we built a service designed to work with you, not against you.
What sets us apart
- Extensive Industry Knowledge: We understand the unique challenges that come with operating a cigar or tobacco business. From regulatory hurdles to shifting payment trends, our team has the experience to guide you through it all with confidence.
- Fast Approvals: Our wide network of banking partners allows us to get your application reviewed and approved quickly — even when others can’t. We know time matters, and we’re built to move fast.
- 24/7 Support: Whether it’s a question about your terminal or a payment issue after hours, our support team is always on — day or night. Get real help from real people, whenever you need it.
- Managed PCI Compliance Solutions: We take the stress out of compliance. Our managed PCI solutions help you stay secure and up to date with minimal effort, so you can focus on running your business instead of navigating regulations.
- Complimentary Payment Hardware: Vecter will provide free POS and credit card terminals to qualifying businesses for the duration of your contract. We lower your upfront costs so you can grow your cigar or tobacco business with industry-ready equipment.
Our Cigar & Tobacco Payment Solutions Include:
- Retail Credit Card Processing (in-store POS, countertop terminals)
- Card-Not-Present Capabilities (securely take payments over the phone or through invoices)
- eCommerce Payment Gateways (for online sales)
- Support for Reoccurring Charges (for membership and locker room fees)
- Mobile Processing (sell anywhere via mobile)
- Chargeback Management Tools
- Fraud Prevention Systems
Let’s Grow Your Business Together
Whether you’re launching a new cigar lounge, expanding your tobacco shop, or taking your business online, Vecter has the tools and expertise to help you thrive. We remove the friction and guesswork from payment processing so you can focus on what you do best.
Need assistance in determining the right solution for your business? Ask a Vecter expert.

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After suffering for years with credit card ‘salesman’, it was refreshing to find Vecter. Vecter’s staff are professionals that know their business and go out of their way to help me with mine. I would (and have) recommend Vecter to my friends and family.