Travel tips

Visa cards are a safe and easy way to carry your money when you travel. Here are some simple travel tips to help you enjoy your trip and keep your card safe.

  • Before you leave, check the expiry date on your card and make sure that you have enough funds in your account or that your card payments are up-to-date
  • Photocopy your card and keep the document somewhere safe
  • Do not keep cards and cash in the same place — that way you will not lose everything
  • In crowded places, hold bags or wallets close to your body and use a money belt if possible
  • Use safety deposit boxes or room safes in hotels
  • When you pay with your Visa card, check the information on the sales voucher. You are liable for the amount written in the box marked Total, so make sure it is filled in before you sign
  • Keep a copy of all sales receipts and check them against your statement
  • Memorise your personal identification number (PIN) if you plan to get local currency from a cash machine – and make sure nobody can see your details when you are withdrawing money
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Remember that, unlike cash, Visa cards can be blocked and replaced if they are lost or stolen. If your card goes missing, you should report it immediately.