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0 pointssofixa5y ago0 comments

Really? I've had no problems with regular Visa and MasterCard debit cards, while at the same time the in the Netherlands non-Maestros are barely accepted outside of ATMs, even in huge stores ( that's gotten better in the last 2-3 years).

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chrisseaton5y ago

Last time I was at a German train station I didn't recognise any of the accepted payment cards as a visitor from elsewhere in Europe.

And I note you mention you were specifically ok using debit cards - credit cards are even more problematic than debit cards in Germany. They really don't like accepting them.

And try to use an American Express for anything and you will just get a puzzled look!

maccard5y ago

> try to use an American Express for anything and you will just get a puzzled look!

Anyone with an Amex knows you need a visa or mastercard to back it up even in the UK or the US

paledot5y ago

Even in Canada merchants that accept Amex are more the exception than the rule.

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