All the major credit card payment networks — Visa, Mastercard, Discover and American Express — no longer require signatures. Individual merchants, however, are free to require signatures. In fact, Visa and Mastercard have guidelines that say unsigned cards are technically invalid.Aug 3, 2020
What happens if you don't sign the back of your debit card?
It's easier to get away with unsigned cards these days with so many self-service swipe machines. But not signing a debit or credit card is dangerous because a thief could sign it for you and then their signature on receipts would match up.Feb 8, 2013
Where am I supposed to sign on my debit card?
On the back of your credit card, you will find a white, blank strip. This is the signature bar of your credit card. To sign, use a felt-tipped pen. This pen will allow the ink to stay, prevent it from smearing and prevent it from soaking into the plastic.
Do debit cards require a signature?
Using your credit or debit card just got a little easier. Visa, MasterCard, Discover and American Express no longer require signatures on debit or credit card purchases made with cards that have a security chip. Thanks to enhanced security measures, scribbling your name on a receipt is no longer necessary.
Should I sign my debit card?
You also have to sign your debit card if you have plans to use it for purchases. Merchants will turn down your card if not signed. It doesn't matter the value of what you're buying. Without the signature, it would be illegal and risky to accept a card.Jun 6, 2021