Why use contactless

Contactless lets you pay for up to £30 worth of goods or services in a single transaction. Contactless payments are fast, easy and secure. There's no need to carry the correct change or find an ATM.

Why use it

Where can I use it

You can make contactless payments at over 300,000 locations and growing; including supermarkets, restaurants and coffee shops in the UK. Just look for the contactless logo at the checkout.

More information

Visa’s website can give you a full list of shops offering contactless payments.

Safe and secure

Contactless payments are safe and secure and use the same reliable Rafidain Bank and Visa technology for processing a payment. For extra security, you’ll occasionally be asked to enter your PIN or sign.

In a nutshell:

  • Fast, easy and secure method of payment.
  • The most you can spend in each transaction is £30.
  • For extra security, you might occasionally be asked to enter your 4-digit PIN, or sign.

How to use it

Frequently asked questions