UnionPay services since November, 2014 Local service hotline N/A
In Samoa, UnionPay cards are accepted at ATMs with UnionPay signage and ATMs of BSP and ANZ.
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Samoa – Paradise on the South Pacific
Located in the south of the Pacific and to the west of Samoa Islands, Samoa is composed of two principal islands, namely Savaii and Upolu, as well as seven small islands. Samoa, featuring unique characteristics, beautiful scenery and leisurely life, is a well-known tourism destination. Local people in Samoa enjoy their leisurely life, and thus the industry and agriculture there witness very slow development. If you ramble there, what you feel is relaxed, comfortable and interesting. Why not take your UnionPay card (card number starting with 62) to appreciate the ancient and unique charm of the “Paradise on the South Pacific”, a metaphor written by Steven. -
POS acceptance
Merchants displaying the signage of UnionPay accept UnionPay cards. -
Cash withdrawal
In Samoa, UnionPay cards can be accepted for withdrawing Tala at ATMs that put up or show on their screens the signage of
and at ATMs of BSP and ANZ. Most ATMs offer both Chinese and English interface.Please refer to the latest government policy on overseas cash withdrawal via UnionPay cards at "Help Center-Card-using Instructions-Refined Card-using Tips". Daily cash withdrawal limit from respective issuers and/or ATM may apply. Please consult your issuer on the possible cap on the amount. You may split your withdrawals into several times which comply with the limit(s). -
Charges
No conversion fee is applied to payments or cash withdrawal made by UnionPay cards or via UnionPay network. The transaction value in local currency will be directly converted to RMB based on the market exchange rate.ATM commission fee consists of two parts:(1)Service fee charged by the issuer: please consult the issuer for details.(2)Service fee charged by the ATM acquirer in Samoa: some ATMs will charge commission fee, which is charged by the local banks in Samoa and which has nothing to do with UnionPay or the issuer.Cash withdrawal via debit card results in a lower commission fee. -
Tips
Select PINs that cannot be easily guessed by anyone.Never disclose your PIN to anyone who claims to represent the bank or the police.Be alert to your surroundings before conducting any banking transactions.Keep a close eye on your credit card during transaction to avoid any illegal activities.If your UnionPay card has been stolen/lost, please inform the issuer immediately.
