Category "payment-cards"

Is a credit card "proof of sufficient funds" to enter Ukraine?

The US State Department website has the following listed as an entry requirement for Ukraine: You must provide proof of ... sufficient funds for the duratio

Can I check a transaction history on T-Money Card (South Korea)?

I want to check out the transaction history of my T-Money card, a public transportation card in South Korea. If you want to know the balance, you can just go to

What are some reputable 'high risk' merchant account providers? [closed]

I am in the planning process of starting my own travel agency business. I periodically will have to charge client's credit cards for hotel upg

Can I purchase a SIM card at local branches in China using a credit card?

Since SIM card at Pudong International Airport is so expensive, I'm going to purchase a SIM card at local branches in China/Shanghai. I consider either China Un

Prevalence of ATMs that accept JCB cards

I was surprised that Tigerair does not accept JCB cards, and I am starting to worry that it might be difficult to get any cash from ATMs using my JCB card outsi

Credit card acceptance in Taiwan/Taipei?

I'm going to visit Taipei next week. Now I wonder how good the acceptance of a credit card is there. Specifically, is it more like in China, where even Visa/Ma

Using US "chip & signature" Credit Cards abroad in "chip & PIN" countries

I am currently living & working in the USA and as such, I have credit cards with "chip & signature" security. When I use one of these cards, I either in

Chip-enabled North American signature debit/ATM card -- can it be set up for European/EMV chip and PIN?

I am the proud recipient of a brand new, EMV-equipped Visa Debit card through my financial institution -- this card is capable of being used for PIN debit/EFTPO

Do (non-US) Maestro cards work in Cuba?

I have a Maestro debit card issued by a European bank. Will I be able to use it to withdraw cash from ATMs and banks in Cuba?

Booking.com and "no shows" [closed]

Since a couple of months we're renting out private properties with the help of Airbnb and Booking.com. On Booking.com we do have a cancellat

What's the right answer to "Check, Savings or Credit" for an overseas card in Australia?

A few days ago, rather jetlagged, I was very stumped when the person serving me in a cafe at the airport asked "Cheque, Savings or Credit" when I handed over my

Change card on Booking.com to cancel a reservation [closed]

I have done a reservation with a valid credit card with sufficient funds on it on Booking.com . The reservation is not cancellable or refundab

Credit card name mismatch because of long name

I recently got my first credit card. Now I want to buy a flight ticket. As far as I know airline may want to check my credit card at the airport. Here is my pro

Do I need cash CHF for a weekend in Zurich?

I'm going to Zurich for a weekend and planning to go to one or two restaurants, buy basic groceries in a supermarket and possible do a little bit of downtown sh

Car hire in Iceland which allows someone other than the driver to pay?

I am planning a trip to Iceland with a few friends at the end of February, and we are looking to hire a couple of cars while out there. We have a slight issue

Is American Express widely accepted in UK?

I'm travelling to Wales (Snowdonia) and England (Cotswolds) this year and have no other credit card than an AMEX. I know that for example in eastern europe, th

What happens if I reserve at Booking.com a non-refundable apartment and guarantee it with a debit card with zero balance? [closed]

Will the reservation be confirmed?

Are Maestro debit cards (iDEAL) accepted in Italy?

I am traveling from the Netherlands to Italy but I don't have credit card, only a debit card (Maestro) ING. Does it work everywhere (hotels, restaurants, trains

How to top-up an Indian mobile number with a non-Indian bank card?

Continuation of: Is there a possibility to preserve an unused Indian mobile number for a period of time? TLDR: People who travel to India couple of times a yea

Renting a car in Spain with a MasterCard

If a rent-a-car company accepts only credit cards, and among them, MasterCard is included, can I rent a car with a MasterCard debit card? Can they know at all w