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The Visa Global ATM Network is unsurpassed with more than 531,000 ATMs around the world, providing easy and convenient 24 hour cash access in 120 countries. Also, check out our ATM Locator and Tips for Traveling Abroad sites.
To ensure you get the most out of your card and concentrate on enjoying your trip, follow the usage tips below.
Protect your ATM card from damage by keeping it in a
safe place - don't allow it to bend or be scratched.
Memorize your Personal Identification Number (PIN) - if
you must write down your PIN, do not keep it in your
wallet, purse, or on the card itself.
When selecting a PIN, avoid numbers and letters that
can be easily identified or associated with you. Do not
use your initials, birth date, or telephone number.
In case you lose your card - be sure to know the
emergency phone numbers for your financial institution.
Look around and observe your surroundings - if the
machine is poorly lit, or is in a hidden area, use another
ATM.
Have your card ready - avoid having to go through your
wallet or purse to find your card.
Make sure that anyone waiting to use the ATM after you
cannot see you entering your PIN or transaction amount.
Don't count your cash while standing at the ATM - put
your cash, card, and receipt away immediately.
Cancel your transaction and leave immediately if you
see anything suspicious. Confirm, as soon as possible, with your financial institution that the transaction was canceled.
If you are using an indoor ATM that requires your card to
open the door, avoid letting anyone come in with you
that you do not know.
Lock the car doors and roll up the other windows when you use a drive-through ATM.
Do not leave your keys or valuables in the car when using an ATM - and do not leave your car engine running.
Do not leave your receipt behind - take it with you.
Compare your ATM receipts to your monthly statement. It
is the best way to guard against fraud and it makes
record-keeping easier for you.
If you lose your Visa card or your ATM card, contact the
financial institution that issued your card immediately.
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