Does Visa issue credit cards in Australia?

Instead of issuing its own credit cards, Visa operates as a third-party payment processor. This basically means Visa works with banks and other credit card companies to offer cards through the Visa network.

What is the Visa contact number in Australia?

You can call the Visa Global Customer Assistance Centre on 1800 450 346 (in Australia). If you're overseas, you can call Visa on +1 303 967 1090. These contact numbers connect you to support services when your Visa credit card is lost or stolen. If you have a question about a particular Visa credit card, you could contact the bank or issuer directly.

Will a Visa credit card work overseas?

Yes. You can use a Visa credit card at millions of locations around the world, as well as online. Just look for the Visa logo when you're in a shop or online.

Can I get a Visa credit card with no foreign transaction fees?

Yes, you can compare a range of 0% foreign transaction fee credit cards , including Visa options on Finder.

What other types of Visa cards are available?

Visa offers credit cards, debit cards and prepaid cards in Australia, which you can use for spending around the world.

How many numbers are on a Visa credit card?

All Visa credit card numbers are made up of 16 digits, which are usually printed or embossed on the front of your card. There is also a 3-digit CVC number , which is usually printed on the signature panel. Both the 16-digit Visa card number and the 3-digit CVC number are unique for every card.

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Name	Purchase rate p.a.	Bonus points	Points per $ spent	Interest-free period	Balance transfer rate p.a.	Annual fee
St.George Vertigo Card Finder Award	Purchase rate p.a. 13.99%	Bonus points N/A	Points per $ spent N/A	Interest-free period Up to 55 days on purchases	Balance transfer rate p.a. 0% for 24 months with 2% balance transfer fee, then 21.99%	Annual fee $55	Go to site More Info Compare	Get a 0% p.a. interest rate on balance transfers for 24 months (with a one-time 2% balance transfer fee).
NAB Low Rate Credit Card	Purchase rate p.a. 13.49%	Bonus points N/A	Points per $ spent N/A	Interest-free period Up to 55 days on purchases	Balance transfer rate p.a. 0% for 24 months with 3% balance transfer fee, then 21.74%	Annual fee $59	Go to site More Info Compare	Get a 0% p.a. interest rate on balance transfers for the first 24 months (with a 3% BT fee).
ANZ Platinum Credit Card	Purchase rate p.a. 20.99%	Bonus points N/A	Points per $ spent N/A	Interest-free period Up to 55 days on purchases	Balance transfer rate p.a. 21.99% with 3% balance transfer fee	Annual fee $0 first year ($87 after)	Go to site More Info Compare	Get $100 back on your card when you spend $2,000 on eligible purchases in the first 3 months and a $0 first-year annual fee. Plus, complimentary overseas travel insurance.
Virgin Money Anytime Rewards Credit Card Virgin Money Rewards	Purchase rate p.a. 19.99%	Bonus points 80,000	Points per $ spent 1	Interest-free period Up to 55 days on purchases	Balance transfer rate p.a. 0% for 12 months with 0% balance transfer fee, then 20.99%	Annual fee $149	Go to site More Info Compare	Offers 80,000 bonus Virgin Money Points (worth $400 in gift cards) when you spend $3,000 or more on eligible purchases in the first 3 months.
ANZ Rewards Black Credit Card Finder Award ANZ Rewards Program	Purchase rate p.a. 20.99%	Bonus points 160,000	Points per $ spent 2	Interest-free period Up to 44 days on purchases	Balance transfer rate p.a. 21.99%	Annual fee $375	Go to site More Info Compare	Earn up to 160,000 bonus ANZ Rewards Points: 110,000 points + $100 back when you spend $5,000 in the first 3 months from approval, and 50,000 points when you keep your card open for 15 months.
NAB Rewards Platinum Card NAB Rewards	Purchase rate p.a. 20.99%	Bonus points 100,000	Points per $ spent 1	Interest-free period Up to 44 days on purchases	Balance transfer rate p.a. 0% for 12 months with 3% balance transfer fee, then 21.74%	Annual fee $195	Go to site More Info Compare	Get up to 100,000 bonus NAB Rewards Points (worth $480 in eGift cards): 80,000 points when you spend $1,000 in the first 60 days and 20,000 after 12 months.
Virgin Australia Velocity Flyer Card - Balance Transfer Offer Velocity Frequent Flyer	Purchase rate p.a. 20.74%	Bonus points N/A	Points per $ spent 0.66	Interest-free period Up to 44 days on purchases	Balance transfer rate p.a. 0% for 24 months with 1% balance transfer fee, then 20.99%	Annual fee $149	Go to site More Info Compare	Get 0% p.a. on balance transfers for 24 months (with 1% BT fee) and $129 Virgin Australia Gift Voucher.
Virgin Money Anytime Rewards Credit Card - Balance Transfer Offer Virgin Money Rewards	Purchase rate p.a. 19.99%	Bonus points N/A	Points per $ spent 1	Interest-free period Up to 55 days on purchases	Balance transfer rate p.a. 0% for 24 months with 1% balance transfer fee, then 20.99%	Annual fee $149	Go to site More Info Compare	Save with a 0% balance transfer offer for 24 months (with a one-time 1% BT fee).
St.George Vertigo Card - Cashback Offer	Purchase rate p.a. 13.99%	Bonus points N/A	Points per $ spent N/A	Interest-free period Up to 55 days on purchases	Balance transfer rate p.a. 6.99% for 12 months with 0% balance transfer fee, then 21.99%	Annual fee $55	Go to site More Info Compare	Get up to $500 cashback at eligible supermarkets and petrol stations in the first 180 days. Plus, a low interest rate for purchases.
ANZ Low Rate - Credit Back Offer	Purchase rate p.a. 13.74%	Bonus points N/A	Points per $ spent N/A	Interest-free period Up to 55 days on purchases	Balance transfer rate p.a. 21.99%	Annual fee $58	Go to site More Info Compare	Get $250 back on your card when you spend $1,500 on eligible purchases in the first 3 months.
ANZ Low Rate - Balance Transfer Exclusive Offer Exclusive	Purchase rate p.a. 13.74%	Bonus points N/A	Points per $ spent N/A	Interest-free period Up to 55 days on purchases	Balance transfer rate p.a. 0% for 28 months with 2% balance transfer fee, then 21.99%	Annual fee $0 first year ($58 after)	Go to site More Info Compare	Finder Exclusive: 0% p.a. for 28 months on a balance transfer (with 2% BT fee) and $0 first-year annual fee. Limited time offer expires by 17 April 2025 and may be withdrawn at any time. T&Cs apply.
St.George Amplify Signature Amplify Rewards	Purchase rate p.a. 20.99%	Bonus points 180,000	Points per $ spent 1.5	Interest-free period Up to 55 days on purchases	Balance transfer rate p.a. N/A	Annual fee $199 first year ($295 after)	Go to site More Info Compare	Up to 180,000 bonus Amplify Points (130,000 points when you spend $12,000 in the first year of card approval & an extra 50,000 points after the first eligible spend the following year). Plus, a $199 first-year annual fee.
ANZ Business Black ANZ Rewards Program	Purchase rate p.a. 20.24%	Bonus points 150,000	Points per $ spent 1.5	Interest-free period Up to 55 days on purchases	Balance transfer rate p.a. N/A	Annual fee $375	Go to site More Info Compare	ABN holders w/ $75k revenue. Earn up to 150,000 extra ANZ Reward Points when you meet the spend requirements (worth over $500 digital gift card) and 24/7 access to ANZ Global Business Concierge.
NAB Rewards Platinum Card – Velocity Points Velocity Frequent Flyer	Purchase rate p.a. 20.99%	Bonus points 80,000	Points per $ spent 1	Interest-free period Up to 44 days on purchases	Balance transfer rate p.a. 0% for 12 months with 3% balance transfer fee, then 21.74%	Annual fee $95 first year ($195 after)	Go to site Compare	Get up to 80,000 bonus Velocity Points: 60,000 points when you spend $1,000 in the first 60 days and 20,000 after 12 months.
ANZ Rewards Platinum ANZ Rewards Program	Purchase rate p.a. 20.99%	Bonus points 100,000	Points per $ spent 1.5	Interest-free period Up to 44 days on purchases	Balance transfer rate p.a. 21.99%	Annual fee $149	Go to site More Info Compare	Get 100,000 bonus ANZ Reward Points (worth $440 in eGift cards) and $50 back when you spend $2,000 on eligible purchases in the first 3 months.

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What are Visa credit cards?

Visa is an electronic payment network used by many banks and credit card companies.

Like Mastercard (and unlike American Express), Visa doesn't issue credit cards itself. You get a credit card issued by your bank or credit card company, and many of them use Visa's network.

But cards on the Visa network do benefit from Visa features, like Zero Liability protection, security and fraud protection, and contactless payment technology.

Tell me more about Visa

Visa was launched by Bank of America in 1958 as the BankAmericard credit card program. Eventually this program was licensed across the globe and was consolidated into the Visa corporation in 1976.

Today Visa operates in over 200 countries. In 2024 the Visa network processed 234 billion in transactions.

What benefits can I get with a Visa credit card?

24/7 customer service. Visa offers a Global Customer Assistance Service so you can report lost and stolen cards from anywhere in the world.
Contactless and mobile payments. Visa credit cards in Australia offer tap-and-go payments, as well as insert or swipe options at the checkout. You also won't need to enter a PIN if your contactless card purchase is less than $200. Many Visa credit cards can also be added to digital wallets including Apple Pay, Google Pay, Samsung Pay, Fitbit Pay and Garmin Pay.
Visa Checkout. If you sign up to Visa Checkout, this service will securely save your payment and shipping information for online shopping with partnered merchants.
Visa Secure (formerly Verified by Visa). This security service adds an extra verification step for online transactions. As an example, you might be asked to enter an SMS code, confirm your date of birth or answer a security question before the payment is processed.
Visa Offers + Perks. A Visa card gives you access to exclusive discounts and deals with partnered brands such as Booking.com, THE ICONIC and Hertz. A Visa card also gives you access to limited-time ticket offers, movie competitions and other entertainment deals.
Complimentary insurance cover. Some Visa credit cards come with complimentary insurance covers, such as international travel insurance, purchase cover insurance, and extended warranty insurance.

Premium card benefits

The more premium Visa cards, such as Platinum, Signature and Infinite cards offer more perks and benefits:

Concierge service. A platinum Visa credit card (and other premium options) often gives you access to a 24/7 global concierge service. You can contact your concierge on 1800 639 607 within Australia for anything from booking restaurant reservations or scoring tickets to a concert to sending flowers to a loved one.
Visa Premium. If you have a Visa Platinum, Signature or Infinite credit card, you can enjoy exclusive travel and lifestyle benefits all around the world through this exclusive service.
Visa Offers + Perks. The higher end Visa cards also get more luxurious upgrades and special offers.

Which Australian banks use Visa?

Bank Australia
BankSA
Bank of Melbourne
BOQ
Greater Bank
Heritage Bank

ING
Kogan Money
Latitude Financial Services
Suncorp
Virgin Money

Should I go with Visa or Mastercard? Does it matter?

Both Visa and Mastercard offer 24/7 customer support, security and fraud monitoring features, zero liability protection for unauthorised transactions.

With Visa's contactless card payments you don't need to enter a PIN for transactions of $200 or less. With Mastercard you need to enter a PIN on transactions above $100.

Our expert says: Does the card network matter?

"While there are still a few places that don't accept American Express cards, there's really not much difference between a Visa or Mastercard credit card. Both offer very comparable fraud monitoring and protections. The real difference comes in the rates, rewards fees and features of a specific card. That's what you should look at first."

Richard Whitten

Money Editor

How can I compare Visa credit cards?

Annual fees. Most credit cards charge an annual fee. For this fee typically ranges from $50 to $400. There are also some Visa credit cards that have no annual fee, either for a promotional period or for the life of the card. You can weigh this cost against the card's features to help find one that's affordable for you.
Interest rates. If you don't always pay your balance in full, you should compare Visa cards by the standard purchase rate. Some Visa cards offer introductory 0% interest rates, which can help you save on interest costs.
Foreign transaction fees. Most credit cards charge a fee worth 2–3.5% of the total of any transactions you make overseas (or by shopping online) in a foreign currency.
Rewards. Some Visa credit cards come linked to rewards and frequent flyer programs, allowing you to earn points as you spend. If you're a regular spender and pay your balance in full, a rewards credit card can be a useful way to get more value from your Visa card.

Visa credit card frequently asked questions

You can call the Visa Global Customer Assistance Centre on 1800 450 346 (in Australia). If you're overseas, you can call Visa on +1 303 967 1090. These contact numbers connect you to support services when your Visa credit card is lost or stolen.
If you have a question about a particular Visa credit card, you could contact the bank or issuer directly.

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laxmanJanuary 19, 2015

i have applied a credit on todays date then when i will get card

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JonathanJanuary 20, 2015Finder

Hi Laxman,

Thanks for your inquiry,

Generally it can take up to 5-10 business days for the card to be delivered.

I hope this helps!

Cheers,

Jonathan

nonkumbuzoDecember 16, 2014

I want 2 have visa card I wan to Save my money so I don’t have a time 2 come 2 bank can u plz help what can I do can I open my account here 2 my phone?please help

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ElizabethDecember 16, 2014Finder

Hi nonkumbuzo,

Thanks for your question.

You can apply for any of the Visa cards on this page online by clicking ‘go to site’. You may be able to submit your documents electronically rather than going into the bank, but you may need to confirm this before you apply.

I hope this has helped.

Thanks,

Elizabeth

nonkumbuzoDecember 16, 2014

Thank u very much love Elizabeth

OliviaNovember 17, 2014

I am looking for 0% on purchases for 12+ months, low to no annual fee and no surcharge on foreign purchases.

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ElizabethNovember 18, 2014Finder

Hi Olivia,

Thanks for your question.

Unfortunately, I’m unaware of a credit card that offers all three of these features. However, you can compare a range of no annual fee cards with no foreign transaction fees, and look at the cards with long term purchase rate offers.

I hope this has helped.

Thanks,

Elizabeth

peterOctober 26, 2014

which low interest card or cards, has no international transaction fees?

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ElizabethOctober 27, 2014Finder

Hi Peter,

Thanks for your question.

You can compare cards with no international transaction fees and no foreign transaction fee credit cards. Using the table, you can click the ‘interest rate’ column to filter the table’s results to see them ranked by the lowest interest.

I hope this has helped.

Thanks,

Elizabeth

DaveOctober 23, 2014

I have an Australian Visa credit card issued through a Mutual Bank. If I use this card in the UK, what are the charges? Where do I find the currency rate for that particular day and is there a buying and selling price.

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ElizabethOctober 24, 2014Finder

Hi Dave,

Thanks for the question.

The charges depend on the particular card you have, but generally you will be charged a foreign currency conversion fee for purchases which is around 2-3% of the purchase amount. You may also be charged overseas ATM fees and other overseas charges, which you can find out from your Mutual Bank. Foreign exchange rates are usually listed by banks on their website.

I hope this has helped.

Thanks,

Elizabeth

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