Chip and Pin

Dalcassian · Post by **Dalcassian** » Mon Feb 27, 2006 4:59 pm

We are using the new Chip and Pin technology here in Ireland for Visa Card. This is the system where the chip on your card is read by the swipe type machine in the resturants and shops. Then you have to enter your 4 digit PIN number.
Is it in use in Portugal yet?

Michael Crane · Post by **Michael Crane** » Mon Feb 27, 2006 5:02 pm

Yes. See FAQ.

Guest · Post by **Guest** » Mon Feb 27, 2006 6:03 pm

not the chip,only the pin.The card is still swiped

Michael Crane · Post by **Michael Crane** » Mon Feb 27, 2006 6:05 pm

Anonymous wrote:not the chip,only the pin.The card is still swiped

How is that different? I don't understand

Sharen Crane · Post by **Sharen Crane** » Mon Feb 27, 2006 6:05 pm

The pin is used in some stores...check out FAQs!