Current Account & Visa Debit Updates

UPDATED CURRENT ACCOUNTS AND DEBIT CARD TERMS AND CONDITIONS

Our New Visa Debit Card

As part of our commitment to enhancing your banking experience with Athenry Credit Union, we have transitioned our Current Account debit cards from Mastercard to Visa.

All current account holders will receive a new Visa Debit card in the post soon.

The new visa debit card will be issued to all existing and new credit union current account members.

The new look current account debit card is powered by Visa and comes with trusted benefits and enhanced features. 

What do I need to do?

You will receive everything you need via a card mailer which will be delivered to your doorstep from the 29th June onwards, no action is required before this.

Your existing Mastercard will remain active until 22nd July 2026. After this you must use your new VISA debit card.

Should you require assistance or have any queries in relation to the new Visa Debit card, visit currentaccount.ie, contact us directly on 091 844 306 or by visiting your local branch, you can also call the Card Services number (01) 693 3333.

 

The benefit of Visa Debit

The benefit of Visa Debit Visa Debit is accepted at millions of locations around the world, bringing you a seamless, secure and convenient payment experience wherever you go. The new look Visa Debit card includes modern design features to further enhance card usability and accessibility.

~ Your new debit card has printed card details such as the long card number, expiry date and CVV instead of embossed details to improve clarity.

~ All your personal details are now in one place on the back of the card, making it easier to read.

~ We have changed to a portrait card design that reflects the way you use your card, slotting into chip readers and ATMs

~ An accessibility notch at the end of the card making it easier for visually impaired to insert it correctly into chip readers and ATMs

~ Visa Secure makes it even safer for you to shop online. Visa has developed a program that helps confirm your identity when you make an online purchase. It’s a free service that protects your debit card against unauthorised use online.

~ Use Apple Pay, Google Pay or Google Wallet for a safer way to make contactless payments.

Apple Pay, Google Pay and Google Wallet icons

Summary of key changes

SEPA Instant Payments and Verification of Payee (VOP)

  • On or before the 9th of October 2025 you can send and receive funds to your Current Account in under 10 seconds via our online services or in branch. We are also introducing Verification of Payee (VOP). VOP is a new security measure to ensure that your funds are sent to the intended recipient. When making payments you will be prompted to carry out a check to identify if the name of the payee you are paying matches the IBAN before you send the SEPA Payment. Clauses 5, 10, 13, 14, 15 and 16 have been updated to reflect these changes.

Making our documents more accessible.

  • In line with the European Accessibility Act 2025 (EEA), we are committed to making our services more accessible to all and the updated documents meet the European Acccessiblity Act requirements.

Other Updates

  • We have expanded our definitions to provide further clarity and include ‘SEPA Instant Credit Transfer’ and “Verification of Payee’.
  • Reference to “Mastercard” has been replaced with reference to “Card Scheme” to cover both “Mastercard” and “Visa”.
  • We have updated the account usage to enable us to offer “sole trader” accounts in the future.
  • We have updated the time it takes to clear cheques lodged to your account from “up to 5 Business Days” to “up to 10 Business Days”.
  • We have updated Clause 61 ending this agreement and interruption to services to include we may cease the account “if you are not resident in the Republic of Ireland”.
  • We have clarified how we handle payments made in error and your responsibilities in such cases.
  • Also attached is a copy of our updated Fees and Charges brochure. There has been no change to our Fees and Charges, the document was updated similar to the Terms and Conditions to remove reference to “Mastercard” and replace with reference to “Card Scheme” to cover both “Mastercard” and “Visa”.

You do not need to take any action to accept these changes. By continuing to use your account and our services after the changes take effect, you will be considered to have accepted them.

If you do not wish to accept the changes, you have the right to close your account or end your agreement with us free of charge, provided that any outstanding balances or fees have been cleared. You can do this by writing to our office or contacting us through our usual service channels.

We understand that some members may not wish to accept the changes outlined in this guide. If this applies to you, please take action before 7TH November 2025, after which the new terms will be applied automatically.

Any questions?

Please contact us on 091-844306 and we will be happy to address your questions.

Current Account And Debit Card Terms And Conditions 2025

Current Account Schedule Of Fees And Charges