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Rapide561 · 26-01-2008, 03:08 PM

Hi

When the signature was the "form of checking", writing in the words "ask me for ID" was a fairly good one, and it was something I used to do. The chip and pin element now means there is no need for the cashier to check.

As for removing the last three digits on the back - good idea in theory if you use the card online etc etc. If you tried to use it in a shop - assuming the chip and pin was not working, there is a strong possibility a cashier would think the card had been purposely defaced by a criminal and could withdraw the card.

Before everyone takes the tip, please check with your bank.

I seem to recall, from when I started using "ask for ID" that there is some legal complication there, as your signature is required on the card.

Russell

26-01-2008, 03:08 PM	#4 (permalink)
Rapide561 Member Funster No : 64 Join Date: Aug 2007 Posts: 152 Thanks: 4 Thanked 6 Times in 6 Posts	Credit card Hi When the signature was the "form of checking", writing in the words "ask me for ID" was a fairly good one, and it was something I used to do. The chip and pin element now means there is no need for the cashier to check. As for removing the last three digits on the back - good idea in theory if you use the card online etc etc. If you tried to use it in a shop - assuming the chip and pin was not working, there is a strong possibility a cashier would think the card had been purposely defaced by a criminal and could withdraw the card. Before everyone takes the tip, please check with your bank. I seem to recall, from when I started using "ask for ID" that there is some legal complication there, as your signature is required on the card. Russell __________________ It felt like springtime on this February morning, In the courtyard birds were singing your praise, I'm still recalling things you said to make me feel alright, I carry them with me today, now.