Stripe publishes a list of industries it prohibits or puts under extra review. If your business is on it, or your Stripe account was closed, a dedicated merchant account from a high-risk specialist is usually a better fit.
Stripe's Prohibited and Restricted Businesses list splits industries into two groups. Some are prohibited outright, such as gambling, adult content, and CBD with THC above local limits. Others are restricted and need extra review before Stripe will support them, such as low-THC CBD, firearms and travel reservation services.
Stripe also lets most businesses sign up in minutes and reviews them as they process. That's convenient for low-risk sellers, but it means a business in a sensitive industry can be approved at signup and then have its account reviewed, paused or closed later.
Based on Stripe's Prohibited and Restricted Businesses page, reviewed November 2026. Stripe may change its policies at any time. Stripe is a trademark of Stripe, Inc. Zeyla is not affiliated with Stripe.
Lab-tested CBD sellers who need a processor that understands hemp compliance.
CBD merchant accounts →Supplement brands, including those with trial or auto-ship offers.
Nutraceutical accounts →Recurring billing businesses that need clear terms and stable processing.
Subscription accounts →Tell us about your business in about 3 minutes. It's free to apply.
A payments specialist reviews your application and asks for any documents needed.
Once you're approved, we help you connect your website checkout or card terminal.
Accept cards with a processor that knows your industry.
Stripe can review accounts after signup. Common reasons for closure include operating in an industry on its prohibited or restricted list, a rise in chargebacks or refunds, or activity that doesn't match what was described at signup. Stripe's notice to you should give the specific reason.
We review every application individually, including businesses that another processor has declined or closed. Being upfront about your history gives your application its best chance.
Usually owner ID, business registration documents, a bank letter or voided check, and recent bank and processing statements. See the full approval checklist.
No. Zeyla is an independent payment processing company and is not affiliated with Stripe, Inc.
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