CARD VERIFICATION VALUE (CVV)
CARD VERIFICATION VALUE (CVV)
CVV is
an authentication procedure established by credit card companies to reduce fraud
for "card not present" transactions (e.g. Internet payments).
CVV
verification ensures that the customer making the purchase actually possesses
the credit/debit card, and is not using a stolen or copied credit card
number.
For your added safety and security, the payment service
requires you to enter the CVV before your payment can be processed.
Where can I find the
CVV?
Visa / MasterCard
The security code on a
Visa / MasterCard is the last three digits that come after your 16-digit credit
card number, on the signature panel at the back of your card. Some
issuing banks, though, only show the last four digits of the credit card number
followed by the code:
American Express
The security code
on an American Express Card is the four digits that are printed (not embossed)
above your credit card number on the front of your
card:
Diners Card
"The security code on
a Diners Club card is the last three digits that come after your 14-digit credit
card number on the signature panel at the back of the
card. "
