How safe is a Visa Debit card.

minktrapper

Is the use of a Visa Debit card fully garranteed.If money is taken from my account without my permission will it be fully refunded no matter how much the amount is.

Bank of Ireland: Elaine

Hi Minktrapper,

Thanks for your post.

Our dedicated Security Department operate a 24 hour fraud monitoring service for our customers Visa Debit Cards. If in the unfortunate event your card is used fraudulently, this team will investigate your case directly. Each fraud claim is dealt with on a case to case basis.

To ensure security on your Visa Debit Card, we would always recommend, should you notice unusual activity on your account or if your card is lost or stolen to contact us as soon as possible.

For helpful information on staying secure online, please see here

If there is anything else we can help you with, please let us know.

Elaine

Tow

Debit cards are not covered by as good legislation to protect you as credit cards.

minktrapper

Thanks for replies.