FAQs – Adult Use & Medical Cannabis Payment Solutions
Cashless ATM Debit Program for National Adult-Use and Medical Dispensaries
Available for In-Store, Curbside, and Deliveries
About Cannabis Business Solutions, Inc. (CBS)
Cannabis Business Solutions, Inc. (CBS) is a national firm with over 10 years of experience specializing in payment processing and banking solutions for cannabis and hemp merchants.
Led by CEO Catherine Zito, CBS is recognized for delivering secure, cannabis-compliant financial services. Catherine is a respected industry leader, working with major clients such as Trulieve’s new beverage DrinkOnward.com, Leafly Direct, Med Men, Major Hotels, Taco Bell, and St. Jude Hospitals, among others.
Catherine also organizes the largest cannabis and hemp networking groups in the country, with over 6,500 active members.
What is a Cashless ATM Debit Solution?
Our Dispensary Cashless ATM is a secure, compliant debit payment solution designed specifically for adult-use and medical cannabis dispensaries. It enables retailers to accept debit card payments at checkout, both in-store and for deliveries.
Customers use their debit card and PIN, with transactions rounded up to the nearest $5. For example, a $17.20 purchase is processed as $20, and the customer receives $2.80 cash back at the register, just like an ATM withdrawal.
This cashless system creates a smooth, transparent checkout experience while reducing risk, boosting efficiency, and meeting all regulatory requirements.
Benefits of a Cashless ATM Debit Solution
- Less cash handling, reducing risk and overhead
- Potential higher sales and larger average transaction amounts
- Faster, more efficient checkout experience
- Improved safety for both staff and customers
- Real-time reporting and transaction analytics
- Easy management with dashboard login from one location
Is it cannabis compliant?
Yes, our Dispensary Cashless ATM is designed to meet all legal and regulatory standards. It provides transparent, verifiable transactions that give both dispensaries and customers confidence.
The portable terminal can be used at the counter or for deliveries. Customers pay using their debit card and PIN.
Fees & important info!
- Customers pay using their debit card and PIN.
- The transaction functions like a cash withdrawal and appears as such on the customer’s bank statement.
- It can run alongside your existing ATM machine providing a more convenient pay option for the customer
- No typical 3%-7% processing fees.
- To earn additional revenue; the dispensary receives a flat buy rate from the processor then sets the customer service fee. See more detail by clicking on FAQ, "How to Generate Revenue"
Fees:
- Free online application
- Platform fee: $10.00 per mo., per terminal
- POS: We integrate with Treeze, Flowhub, MyBudPOS, and more. A $0.50 fee per transaction is added to the dispensaries $2.75 buy rate, paid by the dispensary or customer.
- Terminal Pricing: Terminals are $300 each, with slight variations for add-ons or configuration.
Easy dashboard for multi-location management
Manage payments across multiple locations from one central dashboard. Enjoy single-login access to monitor and control all your dispensaries in one place.
How to generate extra revenue
Dispensaries pay a flat fee of $2.75 per transaction to the processor. They then set a customer-paid convenience fee, allowing them to earn the difference.
Example revenue model based on one location:
- Processing fee: $2.75 per transaction (paid to the processor)
- Customer fee: $3.50 per transaction (amount set by the dispensary)
- Dispensary revenue: $0.75 per transaction
- Estimated earnings based on 300 transactions per day:
- 300 transactions x $0.75 = $225 daily profit
- $225 x 30 days = $6,750 monthly profit
The fee structure is fully customizable, giving dispensaries control over their revenue per transaction.
Terminal, POS, tips & key features
Use our SMART Point-of-Sale NEXGO N5 terminal as a standalone device at the counter or for deliveries, or integrate it with your existing POS system.
Compact, secure, and built for cannabis retail, the NEXGO N5 supports fast and flexible payments.
Key features:
- All-in-one Android device with touchscreen, camera, barcode scanner, and receipt printer
- Accepts chip, tap, swipe, and PIN debit payments
- Connects via 4G LTE, WiFi, or Bluetooth
- Dual screen for secure payments and in-store ad or video display
- Optional add-ons: screen protector, case, holster, and WiFi hotspot
- Remote management with Terminal Access Portal (TAP)
- Fully certified for EMV, PCI PTS, and PCI PA-DSS compliance
- Integrates with Treez, FlowHub, and MyBudPOS (not available for MATCH-listed merchants)
- Supports tips as a flat amount or percentage, with shift summary reports for tracking
Pricing varies based on transaction volume, features, and integration needs.
How do debit card payments work on debit rails?
Debit card payments run on secure, regulated networks called debit rails. These systems; like NYCE, Pulse, and Star connect directly to a customer’s bank to transfer funds in real time when they enter their debit card PIN.
NYCE is one of the largest U.S. debit networks. It links ATMs and point-of-sale (POS) terminals, making it possible for cannabis retailers to accept PIN debit card payments without needing Visa, Mastercard, or mobile wallets. NYCE is owned by FIS (Fidelity National Information Services), a major provider of banking technology.
This method avoids the risks, fees, and maintenance of traditional ATMs and cash handling. It’s safer, more affordable, and more convenient for both businesses and customers.
Compare CBS to AeroPay & CanPay
Fintech processors such as AeroPay and CanPay rely on ACH (Automated Clearing House) transactions, requiring customers to download an app and link their bank account. While these options are compliant and cashless, they add friction to the checkout experience.
Dutchie Payments is another ACH-based option but is limited exclusively to dispensaries using the Dutchie POS and e-commerce system. It's not a general-purpose solution.
CBS Cashless ATM offers a faster, more familiar experience. Customers simply insert their debit card and enter a PIN—no apps, no account setup.
We run on real debit rails for quick settlements, improved customer satisfaction, and seamless integration with both retail and delivery operations.
Settlement & Funding
Settlement & Funding:
Transactions are auto-batched daily at midnight (CDT) and settled within 48 banking hours.
3-Day Funding Overview:
Debit card transactions are collected in batches and settled overnight, with funds reaching your bank account within three business days.
Here's how it works:
- Monday: Customer makes a purchase
- Tuesday: Transaction batch is submitted; bank verifies and allows for reversals or disputes
- Wednesday: Processor clears funds and runs compliance, fraud, and chargeback checks
- Thursday: Funds are deposited into your business bank account
Application requirements
Make a free online application. You'll need a cannabis-friendly bank to apply. If needed, we can provide a complimentary introduction to one of our national cannabis and hemp banking partners.
Required documents include:
- Cannabis license
- Valid driver’s license
- W9 form
- Processing statements
- Voided check or a bank letter with the business routing/account numbers
- 12-month service agreement is required.
- Free 24/7 ongoing customer support is available inc. weekends.
How long does it take to be approved?
Approvals can take 1–2 days, but processing times may vary depending on the processor and other factors. Providing complete, organized documents helps speed up the process. We always aim to expedite whenever possible.
Why choose CBS?
With over 10 years of experience in the cannabis and hemp industry, CBS offers a reliable, cannabis compliant solution in a space where many traditional processors fall short.
Our system helps dispensaries reduce cash dependency, boost average ticket size, enhance the customer experience and offer a revenue generating opportunity.
What sets CBS apart is our commitment to service, we’re available 24/7, including weekends, and we actually answer the phone!
Get Started!
Tell us a little about your business and needs. Complete this brief online form to get started. https://www.cbscannabis.com/contact