I just realized the ATM, regular, and back-up - Creditcard Im taking to Europe are all Visa. I remember one country (Guatemalla) that only accepted domestic-bank Mastercards, while foreign Visa cards were ok. Has anyone experienced any issue anyplace in Europe like that - or are both still "brands" still always accepted? (I know Euro-mastercard is big - but I never had a problem with Visa yet)! Just checking before I leave!
Posted by
Seattle, WA, USA
50 posts
VISA!!! The entire world (almost) accepts Visa. You'll have no problem.
Posted by
Anaheim, CA, USA
1455 posts
My last trip I took 1 ATM card, and 1 Mastercard and 1 Visa. I used my M/C without any problems, and chose M/C over Visa because they dinged me less in fees than Visa.
Posted by
Bloomington, IL, USA
9363 posts
I've never had an issue with either kind of card. My Capital One VISA charges no extra fees for purchases in other currencies.
Posted by
Fresno, CA, USA
3 posts
Keep in mind that ONLY digits is common. Make sure your pin is only 4 numbers....! Visa or MC will work fine.