A VAR (value added reseller) sheet is a document that contains all the technical and merchant account credentials required to integrate hardware or software — like a payment terminal or gateway — with your merchant account. It includes key information like your merchant ID (MID), processor name, terminal ID, and encryption settings.
The term VAR sheet is most commonly used in the U.S. In Europe, this document might be called a registration form, onboarding sheet, or MID credential form.
If you’re setting up in-person payments or setting up a new gateway, your VAR sheet ensures everything connects correctly. AltoPay provides VAR sheet support during onboarding and integration so your terminals, gateways, or software platforms are configured securely. Always store this document safely and update it if your processor or account settings change.
For more than a decade, Jessica Velasco has been a thought leader in the payments industry. She aims to provide readers with valuable, easy-to-understand resources.
