Global UnionPay Card

Tips

UnionPay services since January, 2012
Local service hotline N/A

In Guinea, UnionPay cards are accepeted at popular scenic spots, department stores and all ATMs of Société Générale network.
Guinea – Tourist Attraction in West Africa

The Republic of Guinea is located at the west bank of West Africa, and has total area of its territory being 245,857 square kilometers. Guinea is equipped with huge potential of tourism, such as very graceful and amazing scenery, all based on the tradition of hospitality. It witnesses wonderful scenery here and there, such as wide beaches along the coastline, deep forest protecting the final secret of nature, high mountains on the Fouta Djallon plateau, Niger River and broad plains where the tributaries of Niger River run through. Why not take your UnionPay cards (card number starting with 62) to initiate your unknown journey in Guinea.
POS acceptance

N/A
Cash withdrawal

In Guinea, UnionPay cards can be accepted for withdrawing Guinean franc at all ATMs of Société Générale network.

Please refer to the latest government policy on overseas cash withdrawal via UnionPay cards at "Help Center-Card-using Instructions-Refined Card-using Tips". Daily cash withdrawal limit from respective issuers and/or ATM may apply. Please consult your issuer on the possible cap on the amount. You may split your withdrawalsinto several times which comply with the limit(s).
Charges

ATM commission fee consists of two parts:
(1)Service fee charged by the issuer: please consult the issuer for details.
(2)Service fee charged by the ATM acquirer in Guinea: some ATMs will charge commission fee, which is charged by the local banks in Guinea and which has nothing to do with UnionPay or the issuer.

Cash withdrawal via debit card results in a lower commission fee.
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.