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A Visa Debit card, also known as a Visa check card, is a debit card that works like a check, only better. When you make purchases, the amount is deducted directly from your checking account — but you also enjoy added convenience and security protections.

Pay for all types of purchases quickly and easily.

Just use your Visa Debit card when you are ready to pay. It works fast, so there's no need to write checks or fumble for change. Plus, you'll save on trips to the ATM and can leave your checkbook at home.

It's Everywhere You Want To Be®

Because it's accepted at millions of places worldwide, you can use it for nearly anything, including:

  • Movie tickets
  • Prescriptions
  • Gas and automotive services
  • Internet/online purchases
  • Phone orders

Improve your money management with an up-to-date balance and
transaction history.

Debit card transactions are automatically deducted from your checking account and typically posted within 24 hours of your purchase. So you can check your updated balance and transaction record on your card issuer's website or by phone.

In addition, every month you'll also receive a checking account statement that details your purchases, including merchant name, location, date and amount. So it's easy to see where your money goes.

Gain peace of mind with Visa's extra security protections.

When you sign for your purchases, your money comes directly from your checking account, but you also get security protections that help prevent, detect and resolve fraud, including:

Here's how to sign for your purchases:

Swipe and Sign: Use your Visa Debit card, tell the cashier you want to sign for your purchase and sign the receipt.

OR

At a PIN pad: Swipe your card, select CREDIT on the keypad and sign the receipt.

You'll receive these same security protections when you use your Visa Debit card for online, phone and mail orders or for purchases at merchants that do not require a signature.


Earn rewards just by using your card.

All Visa Debit cardholders can reward themselves by shopping and saving with merchant discounts just for Visa cardholders.

Some Visa Debit cards also offer rewards, like Visa Extras. With these cards, you get rewarded for all of your purchases — like paying bills, buying groceries and picking up your morning coffee. Contact your Visa Debit card issuer for rewards program details.

Covers U.S.-issued Visa Debit/check cards only. Does not apply to ATM transactions or PIN transactions not processed by Visa. Individual provisional credit amounts are provided on a provisional basis and may be withheld, delayed, limited, or rescinded by your issuer based on factors such as gross negligence or fraud, delay in reporting unauthorized use, investigation and verification of claim and account standing and history. You must notify your financial institution immediately of any unauthorized use. Transaction at issue must be posted to your account before provisional credit may be issued. For specific restrictions, limitations and other details, please consult your issuer. Additional information is also available at http://visa.com/security.

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