how much cash?
We are planning to leave Central Indiana in mid-May and go basically the northern route (weather permitting) and cross into Canada in Montana. Then through Banff, Jasper, etc to Fairbanks and down thr...
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CA Traveler wrote:
Thanks, swiping at the pump with my Visa PenFed Cash Rewards card gives me cash back.
The required use of a PIN is new to us. In 2013 we did not need a PIN in Canada for our US cards. Is this a new requirement? Does it have anything to do with chipped cards?
PINs are almost mandatory now. I can't remember the last time I used my card without a PIN. Even the places that used to have signatures have switched over.
Couple of other tips:
1) Get cash back when you use your debit card to buy supplies. The banks and ATMs have started to charge ridiculous fees and surcharges.
2) If you need supplies, Canadian Tire is also a good place, especially if you hit a sale.
3) Target will be gone out of Canada before your trip.
