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FAQs
 
About BOC Credit Card 'MasterCard SecureCode' service
  1. What is BOC Credit Card 'MasterCard SecureCode' service ?
  2. Is it necessary for me to apply for a new BOC VISA Credit Card in order to use 'MasterCard SecureCode' service?
  3. Can I register several BOC VISA credit cards for 'MasterCard SecureCode' service?
  4. What browser should I use for BOC Credit Card 'MasterCard SecureCode' service?
  5. What software should I download to get access to BOC Credit Card 'MasterCard SecureCode' service?
  6. What is the service charge to use BOC Credit Card 'MasterCard SecureCode' service?
Registration for BOC Credit Card 'MasterCard SecureCode' service
  1. How can I register for BOC Credit Card 'MasterCard SecureCode' service?
  2. What specifications are there for the password I use for BOC Credit Card 'MasterCard SecureCode' ?
  3. Should I have the same password using my BOC VISA Credit Card for 'MasterCard SecureCode'and ATM services ?
  4. What is the personal message? Why should this message be set up?
  5. After registration, how long does it take for BOC Credit Card 'MasterCard SecureCode' service to become activated?
Using 'MasterCard SecureCode' to shop online
  1. How do I know that the online merchant accepts 'MasterCard SecureCode' service?
  2. How do the online merchants know that I have registered for BOC Credit Card 'MasterCard SecureCode' service?
  3. How do I use 'MasterCard SecureCode' to shop online?
  4. If I suspect that someone has found out or fraudulently obtained my 'MasterCard SecureCode' password, what should I do?
Others
  1. I have lost and renewed my BOC VISA Credit Card. Do I need to register for 'MasterCard SecureCode' service again?
  2. Can I register my Intown Virtual Credit Card for 'MasterCard SecureCode' service?
  3. What should I do if I forget my 'MasterCard SecureCode' password?
  4. Can I change my particulars under the 'MasterCard SecureCode' service?
 
 
About BOC Credit Card 'MasterCard SecureCode' service
 
Q What is BOC Credit Card 'MasterCard SecureCode' service?
A BOC Credit Card "Verified by VISA " is a newly launched, secure and easy-to-use online payment service jointly offered by BOC Credit Card and VISA International. Simply by registering and creating your personal message and password, you can shop at any online merchants that accept "Verified by VISA". All you need to do is to enter your personal password to invoke the verification process - in the same way as you enter a PIN when withdrawing cash at an ATM. With the use of "Verified by VISA " service, your online transactions will be safer.
 
Q Is it necessary for me to apply for a new BOC VISA Credit Card in order to use 'MasterCard SecureCode' service?
A If you are already a BOC VISA Credit Cardholder (including U-point, y not and all co-branded cards), you can register for "Verified by VISA" service with your existing BOC VISA credit card and do not need to apply for a new BOC VISA Credit Card.
 
Q Can I register several BOC VISA credit cards for 'MasterCard SecureCode' service?
A If you have several BOC VISA credit cards, you can register all or any of them for "Verified by VISA" service.
 
Q What browser should I use for BOC Credit Card 'MasterCard SecureCode' service?
A BOC Credit Card "Verified by VISA " service should be used with either Microsoft Internet Explorer (Version 5.5 or above) or Netscape (Version 4.75 or above).
 
Q What software should I download to get access to BOC Credit Card 'MasterCard SecureCode' service?
A There is no need to download any software to access BOC Credit Card "Verified by VISA " service.
 
Q What is the service charge to use BOC Credit Card 'MasterCard SecureCode' service?
A "Verified by VISA" service is free of charge.
 
   
 
Registration for BOC Credit Card 'MasterCard SecureCode' service
 
Q How can I register for BOC Credit Card 'MasterCard SecureCode' service?
A

You can register for "Verified by VISA " service through BOCI Online Service, and follow the on-screen instructions to complete the entire procedure.

 
Q What specifications are there for the password I use for BOC Credit Card 'MasterCard SecureCode' ?
A

Your personal password for BOC Credit Card "Verified by VISA " service must be between 4 to 12 characters. You may use letters, numbers, symbols or any combinations of these, with no space between each character.

 
Q Should I have the same password using my BOC VISA Credit Card for 'MasterCard SecureCode'and ATM services ?
A No,we recommend you use two different passwords for each service for maximum protection.
 
Q What is the personal message? Why should this message be set up?
A

When registering for BOC Credit Card "Verified by VISA " service, you will be asked to create a Personal Message. When you shop online, always look for this personal message in the "Verified by VISA" password window to ensure that you're using BOC Credit Card "Verified by VISA " service.

 
Q After registration, how long does it take for BOC Credit Card 'MasterCard SecureCode' service to become activated?
A

Once you have registered, you can use BOC Credit Card "Verified by VISA " service.

 
   
 
Using 'MasterCard SecureCode' to shop online
 
Q How do I know that the online merchant accepts 'MasterCard SecureCode' service?
A

The online merchants who accept "Verified by VISA " service will display the "Verified by VISA " service symbol at their online stores. Alternatively, you can check the list of online merchants accepting "Verified by VISA " service at www.visa.com.hk.

 
Q How do the online merchants know that I have registered for BOC Credit Card 'MasterCard SecureCode' service?
A

The online merchants who accept "Verified by VISA " service will be able to recognise that you are a BOC Credit Card "Verified by Visa" service user from your credit card number.

 
Q How do I use 'MasterCard SecureCode' to shop online?
A

When you make a purchase at online merchants that accept "Verified by VISA " service and settle the payment with your BOC VISA Credit Card that has been registered for "Verified by VISA" service, the "Verified by VISA " password window will be displayed automatically. All you need to do is to check your personal message in the password window and enter your personal password to complete the transaction process.

 
Q If I suspect that someone has found out or fraudulently obtained my 'MasterCard SecureCode' password, what should I do?
A

In either case, you should immediately report the incident to VISA International or call our 24-hour Customer Services Hotline at (852) 2853 8828.

 
   
 
Others
 
Q I have lost and renewed my BOC VISA Credit Card. Do I need to register for 'MasterCard SecureCode' service again?
A

Yes, you have to register the details of your renewed BOC VISA Credit Card again.

 
Q Can I register my Intown Virtual Credit Card for 'MasterCard SecureCode' service?
A

If your Intown Virtual Credit Card is a VISA card, you can register it for "Verified by VISA " service.

 
Q What should I do if I forget my 'MasterCard SecureCode' password?
A

If you forget your password, please call our 24-hour Customer Services Hotline at (852) 2853 8828 to reset the password.

 
Q Can I change my particulars under the 'MasterCard SecureCode' service?
A

Simply by clicking "Change Verified by VISA Registration Profile" at BOCI Online Service and entering the respective credit card number and "Verified by VISA " password, you can change the relevant information including password, e-mail address, personal message and preferred language.

 
     
 
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