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UnionPay services since September, 2011
American service hotline 866-567-5516In Saipan, UnionPay cards are accepted at merchants with UnionPay signage and ATMs of the First Hawaiian Bank and the Bank of Hawaii. -
Saipan – American Island Country for ResortSaipan is the capital of American Northern Mariana Federation. It is close to the equator, and thus always be summer. In addition to the beautiful scenery there, it ranks to be a well-known tourist destination worldwide. Numerous tourists from all over the world have made their longer-than-usual trip to Saipan for transparent and crystal sea water, charming Micronesian women and country dance, romantic and exciting barbecue on the beach as well as endless and crazy marine sports. Why not take your UnionPay card (card number starting with 62) to leave bustling cities and enjoy a pleasant holiday in Saipan. -
POS acceptanceIn Saipan, merchants displaying the signage of
accept UnionPay cards. Since that some of the merchants have yet to put up the UnionPay signage, cardholders may show their UnionPay cards upon the till and inquireabout 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. -
Cash withdrawalIn Saipan, UnionPay cards can be accepted forwithdrawing US dollar at ATM of the First Hawaiian Bank and the Bank of Hawaii.Cardholders can withdraw cash by identifying signage or theaforementioned banks.
Pleaserefer to the latest government policy on overseas cash withdrawal via UnionPaycards at "Help Center-Card-using Instructions-Refined Card-using Tips". Daily cash withdrawal limit fromrespective issuers and/or ATM may apply. Please consult your issuer on thepossible cap on the amount. You may split your withdrawals into several timeswhich comply with the limit(s). -
ChargesATM commission fee consists of two separate fees:
(1) Service fee charged by the issuer: please consult your issuer for details.
(2) Service fee charged by the ATM acquirer in Saipan: some ATMs will charge commission fee, which is charged by the local banks in Saipan and which has nothing to do with UnionPay or the issuer.
Cash withdrawal via debit card results in a lower commission fee. -
TipsSelect 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.
