Protect yourself if Travelling this Summer ... Tips
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Jun 28, 2011 09:42AM
We may not make much money, but we sure have a lot of fun!
08:00 EDT Tuesday, June 28, 2011
TORONTO, June 28, 2011 /CNW/ - With the Canada Day long weekend in sight, Visa is offering consumers tips on how to protect themselves from card fraud when travelling this summer. The website www.VisaSecuritySense.ca provides helpful information for cardholders on how to protect their account information and resolve unauthorized card use.
"Visa cardholders can be confident in the security of their cards, whether they are at home or away," said Gord Jamieson, Head of Payment System Risk, Visa Canada. "However, card security is a shared responsibility so it's a good idea for cardholders to learn how to protect their cards."
While enjoying summer vacations at home or abroad, it's important to know that Canadian Visa card issuers provide important consumer protections including fraud liability protection and dispute resolution. Savvy consumers can visit www.VisaSecuritySense.ca to find out more about Visa's security features and how to better protect themselves from the inconvenience of unauthorized card use while travelling.
"By spending a few moments building card security into their travel plans, Canadians can enjoy even greater peace of mind as they head out to enjoy their summer vacations," added Jamieson.
VisaSecuritySense.ca offers consumers the following tips when travelling:
Cardholders can also turn to www.VisaSecuritySense.ca for news about fraud scams, access helpful resources or find help to resolve problems.