Need help with credit card situation

[yuli]

@jo4thewin

i know people have talked about this before but. Their Problem is always super specific and I need a general answer.

You have searched the Forumosa archives, haven’t you?

I assumed I could get a debit card when I got a bank account here but I obviously was wrong.

Which information in [color=#0080FF]this thread about debit cards[/color] does not match your reality?

A guide to Taiwanese VISA Debit Cards

~ ~ ~ Posted in January 2011; last edited/updated on August 19, 2013 ~ ~ ~ This post, which is meant to be a resource and may therefore be updated from time to time, contains information found in the thread at forumosa.com/taiwan/viewtopic.ph … &start=100 and in subsequent messages in this thread. VISA debit card: how to get it Typically you need to apply at your bank (some banks may automatically issue such a card to a new customer). Successful applicants have in almost all cases mentioned t…

I am sure we can answer your general or specific questions…

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4. Go to Mega Bank. Get a secured card. You can determine the amount as per deposit. Quick and painless.

Do you need to have an ARC for that? If so, one with a minimum validity period?
Maybe it’s time for a comprehensive “credit card” thread, too…