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Its a 3 digit number on the backside of every credit card. It is a verification number that would be required for performing internet transactions using the card.

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Q: What is a cvv2 number on a credit card?
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Can you give an example number of an credit card?

Why would some one even do that. OK 1234567891011 there


What type of credit is a credit card?

its a tpe of germinus


How do banks create credit?

Credit is established when you apply for a loan or credit card with a lender.


Can you use your credit card in Poland?

Yes.


When were credit card invented?

Credit cards were first thrown down in 1951. That's when 200 brave, pre-approved soouls were able to present their Diner's Club cards at 27 different New York City restaurants. On 1949 Frank McNamara went to dinner at Major's CAbin Grill and forgot his wallet. After talking his way out of doing the dishes to cover his tab, McNamara thought, "Never again!" In February of 1950, he and a partner founded Diner's Club and returned to Major's with a small cardboard card. Frank signed for dinner without a hassle, and the event was eventually dubbed "the First Supper." According to American Consumer Credit Sounselling, the total U.S. credit card debt in the first quarter of 2002 was approx. $60 billion. The average credit card interest rate is around 18.9%. Approx. 1/2 of all credit card holders pya only their minimum monthly requirements. There are a total of 1.2 billion and retail cards in North America. The average American household is solicited 7 times a year by credit card companies. Total consumer credit: 1.7 trillion Credit card debt carried by the average American: $8,562 Total finance charges Americans paid in 2001: $50 billion Percent of U.S. houshold deemed credit worthy by the lending industry: 78% Number of credit card holders who delared bankrupcy last year: 1.3 million

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What is the relevance of a CVV2 number?

The CVV2 number is the number on the back of ones Visa credit card. This is a security code that helps verify that the person using the card is the correct person.


What does cvv2 mean on a credit card?

Hi, I want to ask about Cvv2 code! what does it mean ?


What are CVV2 numbers on a credit card?

This is the three numbers located on the back of the card by your signature.


Where is CVV2 code on your Visa card?

The CVV2 code on a Visa (or Mastercard) is printed on the back of the card. Just flip your card over and you will see one of two things. Either you will see 3 digits to the right of the signature area (those 3 digits will be the CVV2 number), or you will see a string of numbers in which case the CVV2 is the last 3 digits in the string.


Where is the cvv2 located in state bank of India debit card?

CVV No. is not present on Central Bank of India MAESTRO card...just continue without ounching in the CVV no. during online transactions


You have bought a CD of Miley Cyrus how can you go on mileyworld?

You have to become a member on miley world and then order your membership packet and only THEN be a member on mileyworld. You have to use your credit card and stuff....and write your CVV2 code of the credit card! You have to do that!


What is a cvv2 number on a master card?

Well i not sure is it cause is my first time heheje sorry can u help what is it


What is your cvv2 Credit card number 4000 1234 5678 9010 123?

Account Number 4000 1234 5678 9010 123 DEBIT VISA Good Thru 12/23


What is the 3 or 4 diget cvvcvc code for?

It basically prevents fraud. If someonestoleyour statement from the trash, they would have your credit card number, name, and billing address. Without the card physically in hand, they won't be able to do much (if anything) with it. Every time you attempt to pay with a card and they don't physically swipe the card, they ask for the cvv2 number for verification that you have the card in hand.


What do the letters cw signify when paying by credit card?

The letters are C V V, not CW. CVV refers to the credit card verification numbers embossed or imprinted on credit cards. Each credit card brand use acredit card verification number, even though they are named differently: CVV2 for Visa, CVC2 for MasterCard and CID for American Express. In all cases, it is a 3-4 digit code that is printed on the credit card. CVV ensures that the person using the card in non face-to-face transactions actually has physical possession of the credit. In some instances it is on the front of the card and in others it is the four digit number next to the signature on back of the card.


Does any one have a credit card number?

Yes, everyone who has a credit card has a credit card number.


Is 4142 a debit card number or credit card number?

it's a credit card number.