Travel

Using your card abroad

Visa cards are a safe and easy way to pay abroad. Here are some simple tips for carrying and using your Visa card when travelling.

Check the expiry date on your Visa card
Make sure that you have enough funds in your account, or that your card payments are up-to-date
Photocopy your Visa card and passport, but keep the photocopies separate
Write down the telephone numbers for our assistance call centres - these can be found on our I've lost my Visa page.

Try not to keep cards and cash in the same place - that way you won't lose everything
In crowded places, hold bags or wallets close to your body - and whilst it may not be very stylish, a money belt can be very useful
When you pay with your Visa card, check the information on the sales voucher before you sign or enter your Personal Identification Number (PIN)
Use safety deposit boxes or room safes in hotels
Keep a copy of all sales receipts and check them against your statement
Memorise your PIN if you plan to get local currency from an ATM - and make sure nobody is looking when you withdraw money.