Mastercard

Two symbols, representing the MasterCard or Visa, are found on most of the world’s credit cards. If you are trying to decide on a new credit card but are uncertain whether MasterCard or Visa would be better, read the following.

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There are few differences between a MasterCard and a Visa. They are both names of global companies which manage credit cards, co-ordinate systems and keep track of transactions. They are both recognised internationally and should be accepted in most of your likely destinations. Both MasterCard and Visa credit cards are usually accepted wherever you go in the UK. When choosing a new card to use abroad, you should check on the credit card most prevalent in a particular country.

MasterCard credit cards

MasterCard credit cards are accepted worldwide. A convenient cashpoint should be at hand, with 900,000 to choose from! MasterCard offers a 24-hour emergency helpline if a credit card should be lost or stolen, enabling the cancellation of your card if someone else should attempt to use it.

MasterCard SecureCode

A recent introduction is the ‘MasterCard Secure Code’, a scheme to tackle fraud on the Internet. Your MasterCard details are protected when you buy from participating online shops.

MasterCard credit cards and ‘Chip and PIN’

By 2005, most of the MasterCard credit cards in Europe will carry a chip, thus reducing credit-card fraud. If currently holding a MasterCard, you will be sent a PIN card. When you purchase with this type of card, retailers will request a digit number instead of asking you to sign a receipt.

Choice of the right MasterCard

The credit-cards market in the UK is congested and there are many MasterCards to choose from; MasterCard is affiliated with many issuers, and offers dozens of alternatives. The best way to compare them all is to use the a1credit.co.uk credit-card comparison service. This will sift through all UK MasterCard and Visa credit cards, and give you a list of the credit cards to fit your financial circumstances.

Find your ideal MasterCard credit card with a1credit.co.uk.