Global UnionPay Card

Tips

UnionPay services since January, 2010
Local service hotline N/A

In Cote d’Ivoire, UnionPay cards are accepted at popular scenic spots, department stores and all ATMs of Bankmed, Société Générale de banques en Côte d'Ivoire(SGBCI), CSCBank SAL.
Côte d’Ivoire – Paradise of Extreme Sports in West Africa

The Republic of Cote d’Ivoire was once interpreted as the “Ivory Coast” for rich ivories in local. Located in the west of Africa, Cote d’Ivoire borders on Ghana to the east, the Gulf of Guinea to the south, Liberia and Guinea to the west, Mali and Burkina Faso to the north, having total area being 322,463 square kilometers. This land is full of stimulation, where tourists can hike, participate in bicycle motocross, camp, dive and play golf. Why not take your UnionPay cards (card number starting with 62) to experience the infinite charm of extreme sports in Cote d’Ivoire.
POS acceptance

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Cash withdrawal

In Cote d’Ivoire, UnionPay cards are accepted at all ATMs of Bankmed, Société Générale de banques en Côte d'Ivoire(SGBCI), CSCBank SAL.

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 withdrawals into 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 Cote d’Ivoire: some ATMs will charge commission fee, which is charged by the local banks in Cote d’Ivoire 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.