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Posted: **Thu Feb 23, 2012 1:53 pm**

I think I read somewhere here that debit cards don't always work on STJ, even if they have the visa logo? Just looking to plan accordingly. My husband and I went debt free last year and do not own credit cards, only use our debit cards. Is this going to be a problem?

Also, I know with mainland car rentals this just means they place a hold on extra funds, which is fine but I see at least one rental place on STJ says they won't even take them.

I shudder to think of the amount of cash I will have to bring along to cover all my expenses if I can't use my card for anything.

Posted: **Thu Feb 23, 2012 2:33 pm**

I never had a problem using mine there are times that the atm's don't work though

Posted: **Thu Feb 23, 2012 3:06 pm**

We us our Debit Card (has Visa branding) without problem. We also use same card at the ATM. We bring two with us, in case one account has any issues. You don't have to have tons of cash with you, but you may want to swing by the ATM every couple of days.

Posted: **Fri Feb 24, 2012 10:14 am**

No problems here. Remember to take out a couple hundred at a pop to minimize crazy atm and bank fees.

Posted: **Sat Feb 25, 2012 6:39 pm**

do the grocery stores give cash back on debit cards after a purchase?

Posted: **Sat Feb 25, 2012 11:25 pm**

It's a good idea to notify your bank that you are traveling.That way if a flag goes up the bank is not suspicious.

Posted: **Sun Feb 26, 2012 7:17 am**

I don't think anyone will give you cash back or maybe I never noticed

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