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Simplifying EV Charging Payments with Viva.com Smart Checkout

2 December 2025

Our solution replaces traditional payment terminals with a simple QR code displayed directly on the charging point. 

As electric vehicles continue to reshape mobility across Europe, one challenge remains: the payment experience at charging stations. 

Drivers often face complex payment steps such as multiple apps, account setups, or outdated POS terminals just to start charging. For station operators, these terminals bring installation, rental, and maintenance costs that slow down scalability and efficiency. 

At Viva.com, we believe that charging your car should be as easy as charging your phone. 

That’s why, together with MC Chargers, we’ve developed a new payment solution for EV charging that removes the need for physical POS devices entirely. 

TL;DR

  • Viva.com and MC Chargers offer a hardware-free payment solution for EV charging using QR codes and Viva.com Smart Checkout.
  • Drivers simply scan a QR code, select charging amount, and pay instantly—no apps or outdated POS terminals.
  • Supports 40+ payment methods, including cards and digital wallets.
  • Charging station operators benefit from zero POS hardware costs, instant activation, and low maintenance.
  • Ideal for scalable EV charging networks looking to expand efficiently.
  • Delivers a fast, frictionless payment experience for EV drivers with full freedom of payment choice.
  • A fully digital, sustainable solution that simplifies EV charging payments across Europe.

How does the Viva.com Smart Checkout for EV charging work?

Our solution replaces traditional payment terminals with a simple QR code displayed directly on the charging point. 

When drivers scan the code, they are taken to a dedicated page where they: 

  1. Select the amount they want to charge. 
  2. Complete their payment instantly through Viva.com Smart Checkout. 

Customers can choose from more than 40 local and international payment methods, including cards and digital wallets. 

No terminals. No installations. No additional apps. Just a simple, fast, and reliable transaction every time.  

What are the benefits for charging station operators?

  • No hardware, no hassle. Remove the cost and complexity of POS devices.  
  • Instant setup. Activate charging points with a simple QR code.  
  • Low maintenance. Fewer moving parts mean lower operational costs.  
  • Scalable solution. Ideal for networks looking to expand quickly and efficiently. 

What makes this payment experience easier for EV drivers?

  • No app needed. Just scan the QR code and pay in seconds.  
  • Freedom of choice. Use any preferred payment method, from cards to digital wallets.  
  • Faster experience. Go from arrival to charging in just a few taps. 

Why is Smart Checkout the simplest way to manage EV charging payments?

By making payments simple, digital, and hardware-free, Viva.com helps business owners and customers across Europe create charging experiences that are both efficient and sustainable. 

Because mobility should be simple, and so should payments. 

Want to learn more?

Visit our Unattended Payment Solutions page to discover how you can accept payments via QR code or Tap on Any Device.

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