UnionPay service since November, 2014  
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In Vatican, UnionPay cards are accepted at all merchants.
  • Vatican – Smallest Country
    It is the smallest country in the world, and known as the “Country in Country” because all four sides border on Italy. It is also the center of the Catholic worldwide – to the location of the Vatican, led by the Pope. Vatican itself is a great cultural gem, such as the architectural appearance of St. Peter’s Basilica and Sistine Chapel as well as the works of Botticelli, Bernini, Raphael and Michelangelo displayed therein. Why not take your UnionPay card (card number starting with 62) to visit the smallest country and experience the distinctively local interest?
  • POS acceptance
    Merchants with the signage of  all accept UnionPay cards, mainly are department stores, jewelry and clock stores, brand stores, hotels, duty free shops in major airports and most merchants in Bicester Village. Since that some of the merchants have yet to put up the UnionPay signage, cardholders may show their UnionPay cards upon the till and inquire about UnionPay acceptance.

    When using co-branded cards, you are advised to choose UnionPay as the routing option to be benefited from the special offers and services provided by UnionPay. 

    Note:Some UnionPay card acceptors or acquirers route co-branded cards  to corresponding card shcem according to the card BIN, which means co-branded cards transactions aren't routed to UnionPay without selection by cardholders and merchant cashiers. Please refer to the transaction results for the information about transaction routing.
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  • Tips
    Select PINs that cannot be easily guessed by anyone.
    Never disclose your PIN to anyone who claims to represent the bank or the police.
    Be alert to your surroundings before conducting any banking transactions.
    Keep a close eye on your credit card during transaction to avoid any illegal activities.
    If your UnionPay card has been stolen/lost, please inform the issuer immediately.