Several churches in Northern Ireland have installed contactless card terminals to accept donations. A survey indicates 13% of churches in the region now have these devices.

St Columb's Cathedral in Londonderry added terminals three or four years ago. Robert McGonigle, the parish administrator, stated that since the Covid-19 pandemic fewer people carry cash. He noted the machines have collected nearly a five-figure sum. McGonigle mentioned signal issues due to thick walls but called the technology valuable for keeping church doors open.

St Augustine's Church in Londonderry installed a terminal in 2023. Treasurer Drew Whyte said the church receives over 20,000 visitors during tourist season from the city walls and many lack cash. He described the terminals as a useful asset and mentioned provider options like digital donation plates that allow fixed-amount taps.

Three churches in Derry's Catholic Three Patrons Parish, covering Carnhill, Galliagh, Skeoge and Pennyburn, recently fitted terminals. Parish priest Fr Micheál McGavigan called the change common sense to accommodate those without cash while retaining envelope options.

The parish administrator at St Columb's Cathedral pointed visitors to the card machine when they mention lacking cash. McGonigle first saw similar devices at St Paul's Cathedral in London 10 years ago and helped introduce them locally.