Payment methods
Last Updated: 19-11-2025
This Payment Policy explains which payment methods we accept, how transactions are processed, how your payment information is protected, and what rights you have under Australian law. This policy complies with the Australian Consumer Law (ACL), the Privacy Act 1988 (Cth), the Australian Privacy Principles (APPs), and PCI DSS security standards.
2 - ACCEPTED PAYMENT METHODS
We offer a selection of secure payment options for orders placed within Australia.
2.1 Credit & Debit Cards
We accept the following major card brands:
- Visa
- Mastercar
- American Express
- Discover
- UnionPay
- JCB
2.2 Express Checkout Options
For faster checkout, we support:
- Shop Pay
- Apple Pay
- Google Pay
All payments are processed through Shopify’s PCI DSS–compliant checkout system.
3. PAYMENT SECURITY
We are committed to ensuring that every transaction on our website is safe, encrypted, and securely processed.
3.1 Encrypted & Secure Payment Processing
All transactions are protected using SSL encryption.
Your payment information is securely transmitted and cannot be intercepted.
We never store full credit card numbers or CVV data on our servers.
3.2 PCI DSS Compliance
All payments processed through Shopify Payments or approved third-party gateways comply with the Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard (PCI DSS).
3.3 Fraud Prevention
To protect customers and prevent unauthorised use, we may automatically screen transactions using fraud-detection systems, temporarily hold or decline high-risk transactions, request additional verification, or contact your payment provider where required. These measures help ensure that every purchase is safe and authorised.
4 - CURRENCY & TAXES
4.1 Currency
All prices on our website are displayed and charged in Australian Dollars (AUD).
If your card or payment method uses a different currency, your bank or provider may apply conversion fees. These are not charged by Amara Lise.
4.2 GST
Amara Lise is a Canadian-registered company operating below the Australian GST registration threshold. We do not charge GST on orders shipped within Australia. The price displayed at checkout is the final price you pay. We do not add hidden taxes or domestic duties.
If our GST status changes in the future, we will update this policy and clearly display all applicable tax information at checkout.
5 - TROUBLESHOOTING PAYMENT ISSUES
If your payment is declined or fails to process, you may try:
- verifying your card or account details
- ensuring your card is enabled for online or international transactions
- checking that sufficient funds or credit are available
- contacting your bank or payment provider
- trying a different payment method
If issues continue, please contact us at info@amaralise.com and we will be happy to assist.
6. Privacy & Data Protection
All payment-related personal information is handled in accordance with:
- the Privacy Act 1988 (Cth)
- the Australian Privacy Principles (APPs)
- our Privacy Policy
We do not sell, rent, or disclose your payment information to third parties except where required by law or necessary to complete your order.
We never store full card numbers.
Company Information
Trading Name: Amara Lise
Legal Entity: 15699592 Canada Inc
Company Number: 763783156RC0001
Corporation Number: 15699592
Return Address (for returns):
159 Studley Ct, Derrimut VIC 3026, Australia
Business Address (not for visits):
637 Gwen Avenue, Kingston, ON, Canada, K7P 0M2
Please note: Amara Lise is an online-only store with no physical visitor location. Returns can only be sent to the return address listed above. Our current annual retail sales to Australia remain below the AUD 75,000 “GST turnover” threshold, so we do not charge GST at this time.
Contact Information
Preferred contact method: You can reach us best via email or through our contact form. We aim to respond within 24 hours.
Email: info@amaralise.com
Phone: +1 (613) 902-5319
Customer Service Hours (AEST):
Monday to Friday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Saturday to Sunday: 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM