Providing reliable, accessible transport is a critical service for passengers with mobility challenges. This is where New Zealand’s Total Mobility scheme comes in, offering subsidised transport options for people with disabilities.
For taxi drivers and transport providers, participating in the Total Mobility programme is a valuable opportunity, but processing these payments efficiently can be challenging. Enter the String application, supported by the Verifone T650 terminal — a game-changer for Total Mobility payments. Here’s how you can simplify the process and unlock the benefits.
The Total Mobility scheme in New Zealand is designed to make transportation more equitable and accessible for people with mobility challenges. This initiative provides subsidies for eligible passengers using taxis or other approved providers, making their travel more affordable and convenient.
Passengers access these subsidies through taxi vouchers, Total Mobility cards, or taxi cards. This enables them to travel with their fare partially covered by local councils. For drivers, this opens up a new customer base, but the ability to process these transactions is key to participating efficiently.
By joining the Total Mobility programme, transport providers can:
However, handling manual taxi vouchers or incorrectly reconciling subsidy claims can often add unnecessary hurdles. Modern technology, like String, helps overcome these issues.
To simplify Total Mobility payments, Eftpos Now offers an advanced solution combining the String application with the powerful Verifone T650 Android terminal.
String is an EFTPOS application designed specifically for processing Total Mobility trips. It helps taxi drivers and transport providers automate the payment process while ensuring compliance with all programme requirements.
Key features of String include:
The Verifone T650 is an advanced EFTPOS terminal powered by Android technology. It provides a seamless interface for taxi drivers to manage Total Mobility payments effectively. Top benefits of the T650 include:
Together, String and the Verifone T650 form a reliable, efficient payment processing solution customised for the Total Mobility programme.
Processing Total Mobility payments becomes far easier with Eftpos Now’s combined solution. Here’s a step-by-step guide to get you started:
With these steps, you can process payments accurately while saving time and reducing administrative effort.
Choosing Eftpos Now’s combined String & Verifone T650 Terminal solution brings several advantages to transport providers:
Reach out to our EFTPOS specialists to rent your Verifone T650 Terminal and have the application downloaded directly to your terminal. We’ll then connect you with String to complete the sign-up process.
Depending on your specific situation, there may be additional fees associated with String. Contact the Eftpos Now team to check if any fees will apply to you.
Yes! The Verifone T650 allows you to process regular EFTPOS, credit card, and other payment methods in addition to Total Mobility transactions.
Absolutely. String and Verifone ensure your transactions are processed securely, adhering to industry standards for data protection and safety.
Eftpos Now and String TM provide ongoing support, ensuring you have all the assistance you need to manage your Total Mobility payments.
Using the String application and the Verifone T650 terminal together, managing Total Mobility payments has never been easier.
Signing up is simple:
Every trip you process supports passengers who rely on accessible transport and opens opportunities to grow your business. Don’t wait to improve your payment systems. Start today and make Total Mobility payments effortless.
