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amount_too_small
Moderate
Stripe · Payments API
Requested amount is below Stripe minimum threshold.
Quick Answer
Error code amount_too_small on your Stripe Payments API means: Requested amount is below Stripe minimum threshold.. This is usually fixable — see the step-by-step guide below.
Affected Models
Likely Causes
  1. Payment instrument, mandate, or account state does not satisfy processing rules.
  2. Transaction amount, currency, or balance constraints violate provider limits.
  3. Risk, compliance, or issuer-side controls blocked authorization/capture flow.
How to Fix It
1
Stripe: Inspect provider response details for instrument, mandate, or risk-specific context.
2
Validate amount/currency/account balance and payment method eligibility.
3
Prompt user for updated payment method or additional authentication if required.
4
Retry payment only with corrected parameters and idempotency safeguards.
5
Track payment failure taxonomy to improve checkout and billing fallback logic.
Pro Tip
This fix requires some technical knowledge. If you're unsure about any step, consider contacting support or a qualified technician.
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