The summer holidays are coming up and the suitcases are almost packed. But watch out: Many card frauds happen during the holidays! For this reason most financial institutions offer the so-called geo-blocking (also called country settings, card control, GeoControl). Account, debit or credit cards are blocked for certain regions of the world.
26.06.2018 –26.06.2018 – So be sure to contact your financial institution’s customer consultant and have your card unlocked for the holiday destination. And make sure that the card protection is restored after your vacation. This is how you can make a personal contribution to safely use your card. Your financial institution will be glad to answer any questions or clear up any doubts.
Read more News
People represent the biggest security vulnerability
Technology makes cashless payments safer than ever before. Scammers know this too. That’s why they… Read more
Last chance: A mammoth competition
Protect yourself against phishing and win a prize! Don’t miss Card Security's mammoth… Read more
#Watchout – including when you are booking your holidays
«Confirm hotel booking» is the subject line of the email from the online platform. If you don’t… Read more
Big competition
Take part in this major Card Security Competition which closes on 14 October 2026 and, with a bit… Read more