Using a debit card in Thailand

[luuk khreung Thai]

I've all ready told my bank in the US that I'm heading to Thailand, so now my debit card is ready to used there. Now can I just go to Mickey D's or a Big C and just use my card with no problems?

[jerrymahoney]

I cannot give a definitive answer because all my debit cards except one are Thai based. The one US debit card I only use at ATM's no problem. But as long as your debit card is VISA or MasterCard should be OK. Just remember that US cards are usually 4 digit PIN while the Thai cards are 6 digit PIN.

[scubascuba3]

Yes can use them, usually a minimum, 200 baht or similar. Small businesses may not accept

[luuk khreung Thai]

28 minutes ago, jerrymahoney said:

I cannot give a definitive answer because all my debit cards except one are Thai based. The one US debit card I only use at ATM's no problem. But as long as your debit card is VISA or MasterCard should be OK. Just remember that US cards are usually 4 digit PIN while the Thai cards are 6 digit PIN.

Oh this interesting.

[luuk khreung Thai]

Thanks!

 

[jwest10]

I have had this problem before and on my newish SCB debit card and the local  ATM gave me back my card and then I went up to CJ and had a message about my chip and go and see your bank but our local bank branch  shut down.
When had trouble before I ,managed to get money put and has anyone had this problem also
Many thanks