FAQs
FAQs
FAQs
Table of Contents
GENERIC QUESTIONS .............................................................................................................................. 4
What is a Finexus-Issued Visa Prepaid Card (the Card)? .................................................................... 4
What is a Card Account? ..................................................................................................................... 4
Can I use the Card like a credit card? .................................................................................................. 4
How is this prepaid card different from a credit or debit card? ......................................................... 4
What are the benefits of having the Card?......................................................................................... 4
How can I obtain my online portal account? ...................................................................................... 5
What do I need to do before I can use my Card? ............................................................................... 5
Are there any types of transactions I should notify you before transacting? .................................... 5
Are there any special types of transactions I should know about before I shop? .............................. 6
What happens if I have insufficient funds for my current payment? ................................................. 6
How do I prevent my Card from unauthorised usage?....................................................................... 6
Where can I check my current Card Account Availability? ................................................................. 7
What if my Card Account balance has insufficient funds for fee deduction(s)? ................................ 7
How do I keep track of my spending? ................................................................................................. 7
Can I request a hardcopy of my current month’s statement before the statement date? ................ 7
I have changed my contact detail(s). Should I inform you? ................................................................ 7
Do I have to pay the RM50 government service tax every year? ....................................................... 8
Can I use Easy Payment Plan (EPP) facility for purchases with my FINEXUS Visa Prepaid Card? ....... 8
Can I apply for a supplementary Card? ............................................................................................... 8
Does my Card have an expiry date?.................................................................................................... 8
What will happen if my Card is inactive? ............................................................................................ 8
CARD APPLICATION ................................................................................................................................. 8
What are the key requirements, terms and conditions to apply for the Card? ................................. 8
How do I apply for the Card? .............................................................................................................. 8
Why do I need a Malaysian mobile number and mailing address? .................................................... 9
How do I submit my physical application? ......................................................................................... 9
How soon can I get my Card? ............................................................................................................. 9
What if I don’t fulfil the terms and conditions?.................................................................................. 9
CARD RELOAD ......................................................................................................................................... 9
GENERIC QUESTIONS
What is a Finexus-Issued Visa Prepaid Card (the Card)?
The Card is a cashless payment instrument that allows you to purchase goods and services at
all VISA accepting merchants WORLDWIDE. It also allows cash withdrawal at any of the
Automated Teller Machines (ATMs) that display the VISA and/or PLUS logo.
Funds must be loaded into your Card Account prior to usage. You may only use the Card
according to available funds preloaded into your Card Account.
No credit check or opening of a bank account is necessary for this Card. It will not be linked
to any bank account, as it is a stand-alone Card Account.
This prepaid card is similar to a prepaid mobile account; you are required to have credit in
your phone account before any calls can be made. In this same manner, the Card can only be
used when there is sufficient credit.
As a VISA cardholder, you will enjoy discounts at various VISA accepting merchants
worldwide. For more information, visit www.visa.com.
Once the Card is activated, proceed to our Reload Channels to load your Card Account.
Do not forget to sign the signature panel on the back of your card upon activation before
carrying out any transactions.
Are there any types of transactions I should notify you before transacting?
Yes, there are. You must explicitly provide us your consent to transact overseas and card-not-
present transactions (i.e. good/services paid and/or delivered via telephone, mail, fax or
internet (including mobile apps) and/or recurring payments).
Once we have received and updated your consent, you can use the Card for purchases at any
VISA accepting merchants and you may withdraw cash at any VISA and/or PLUS enabled ATMs
worldwide. This is subject to the availability of funds in your Card Account. *Fees and charges
will be imposed accordingly.
To avoid any inconvenience, please ensure that you have sufficient funds in your Card Account
before usage. For security reasons, it is advisable that you notify us on your travelling plans
in advance by calling us or email to us at info@finexuscards.com.
Are there any special types of transactions I should know about before I
shop?
Yes, there are. There some types of transaction whereby the merchant will ‘hold’ your funds
for a short period of time, like a refundable deposit. Therefore, the withheld amount will not
be available until the merchant ‘releases’ it. Please be mindful of the following types of
transactions and also ensure you have sufficient funds in your Card Account:
Petrol Stations – in Malaysia, when you pay at the self-service kiosk, the merchant will
‘embargo’ RM200 in your Card Account, even though you didn’t pump petrol of that value.
The unutilised funds will be released within 72 hours back into your Card Account. To avoid
this, best to proceed to the cashier counter and pay the exact amount with the Card.
Hotels – some hotels will ask for a ‘deposit’ upon your check-in with a payment card. Do ask
them how much they plan to take as a ‘deposit’. This amount will be put on “hold” in your
Card Account. The merchant will ‘release’ the funds after you check out, but sometimes it
may take a few days.
Recurring Payment – if you sign up for this, please ensure you have sufficient funds in your
Card Account before its due date.
For cash withdrawal, the daily limit is RM2,999.00, subject to the ATM's notes disbursement
capabilities.
Otherwise, you can spend the amount that is preloaded in your Card Account. However, your
maximum Card Account limit at any one time is RM10,000.00.
However, if you intend to make a large purchase with the Card, it is strongly recommended
to call/email us prior to making the purchase to avoid any inconveniences.
What if my Card Account balance has insufficient funds for fee deduction(s)?
If the Card Account has insufficient funds, the outstanding fee(s) is accumulated and
immediately deducted once the Card Account is reloaded. For more details, please refer to
the Card Agreement.
You may request for a *hardcopy statement for up to seven (7) years by calling us. *fees are
imposed and will be debited from your Card Account.
It is important that you inform us of any changes in your contact details to ensure that all
correspondences reach you in a timely manner.
Can I use Easy Payment Plan (EPP) facility for purchases with my FINEXUS
Visa Prepaid Card?
No, the EPP is not available for this Card.
CARD APPLICATION
What are the key requirements, terms and conditions to apply for the Card?
1. Applicant must be at minimum 18 years of age.
2. Full payment of Joining Fee is applicable.
3. Applicant must have a valid email address.
4. Applicant must provide their valid residential and mailing address in Malaysia (P.O. Box is
not accepted).
5. Applicants must submit a valid copy of a government issued identification document
(NRIC, Passport, etc.).
6. For non-Malaysian:
a. applicant must provide their valid residential address in their home country
detailed only in alphabet-numeric characters; and
b. Valid/Recent Visa entry documents by the Malaysian Authorities.
7. Applicant must have a Malaysian mobile number to obtain the Card Account balance (via
SMS).
8. No income requirement.
9. Funds must be preloaded into the Card prior to usage.
10. The maximum Card Account limit is RM10,000.00 at any one time.
All correspondence from us will only be mailed to your last-known Malaysian mailing address
only.
CARD RELOAD
Why do I need to load the Card?
This is a prepaid card and it works like any prepaid cards (e.g. mobile pre-paid cards), you
must first load the funds into your Card Account before use. Once funds are loaded, you can
use it at any location that displays the Visa logo worldwide.
Where and how much can I reload into the Card Account?
Subject to a total Card Account limit of *RM10,000.00, you can reload at the following
channels:
a) Login at www.finexuscards.com
b) Ensure your pop-up blocker is disabled.
c) Select ‘Reload Card’
d) Click on the ‘FPX’ icon
IMPORTANT: To ensure funds are reflected in your Card Account, kindly ensure you click the
‘Here to Complete Your Transaction’ button on the FPX screen.
1. Login to ‘www.cimbclicks.com.my’;
2. Select ‘Pay Bills’ and Bank Account Number to transfer funds from;
3. Under ‘CIMB Clicks’ line, select ‘FINEXUS Cards – Card Reload’;
4. Key in the requested details shown on the screen;
5. Click ‘Proceed to Payment’;
6. Key in TAC (Transaction Authorisation Code);
7. Print out acknowledgement page with details of the complete transaction.
1. Insert your ATM card and enter your ATM PIN number;
2. In the menu, select ‘OTHERS’ and choose ’BILL PAYMENT’ followed by ’OPEN BILL
PAYMENT’;
3. Please key in ’022′ code for Finexus Cards;
4. Enter your 16-digit Finexus Card number and your mobile number;
5. Key in your reload amount and select the bank account you wish to transfer funds from;
6. You will then see the confirmation screen. Please follow the instructions and your reload
will be confirmed.
7. To ease subsequent reloads, please save your Finexus VISA Prepaid Card under
’Registered Bills’ list. The next time can select just ’Registered Bills’ instead of ‘Open Bill
Payment’. Your card number is saved in the system as a Registered Bill payment.
1. Go to any selected e-pay outlets. These outlets are usually found at major convenience
stores, retail outlets, pharmacies, petrol stations, electronic chain stores and independent
retailers.
2. Present your Card and state your reload amount.
3. The retailer will verify your Card by swiping it on the E-Pay terminal and load the
requested amount.
For a complete listing of ePay merchant enabled to reload your Card reload, please visit
http://www.e-pay.com.my/locator.
CANCELLATION
How do I cancel my Card?
To initiate your request, you may:
Call us for immediate cancellation then; or
Download and complete the “Service Request Form” from our website then email/fax it
back to us.
For foreigners not based in Malaysia or who will be returning to their home country, we will
perform an international transfer to your home country’s bank account. Transfer Fees are
chargeable and will be deducted from your Card Account (subject to total funds availability).
Our Call Centre Agent will contact you to advice on the Transfer Fee and obtain your consent
before remitting.
If we are unable to reach you, the balance funds will be sent to the Registrar of Unclaimed
Moneys under the provision of the Unclaimed Moneys Act 1965 (Act 370). For more details,
please refer to the Card Agreement.
CARD REPLACEMENT
A replacement Card fee is chargeable. Any balance funds in the Card Account (after deduction
of applicable fees and charges) will be transferred to the newly activated Card free of charge.
The cost of postage for any request to have the Card delivered outside of Malaysia will be
borne by you and deducted from your Card Account (subject to total funds availability). Our
Call Centre Agent will contact you to advice on the charges and obtain your consent prior to
initiating the card replacement process.
EXPIRE CARD
My Card is about to expire, what should I do?
Prior to the expiration of your Card, you will need to purchase a new Card. To purchase a new
card:
1. Please login to your Online Portal account and click on the ‘Apply New Card’ tab;
2. Complete and/or update your information accordingly;
3. Pay the Joining Fee; and
4. Click on ‘Application Status’ tab to upload your latest Identification documents, if any.
If you require your Card to be posted outside of Malaysia, the postage cost will be borne by
you and deducted from your Card Account (subject to total funds availability). Our Call Centre
Agent will contact you to advice on the charges and obtain your consent prior to initiating the
card application process.
Will my new Card carry the same card numbers as my previous Card?
Your new Card will have a different set of numbers. Therefore, please ensure you update the
new card number at any merchant or website you have pre-registered your card for payment
(i.e PayPal, YES, etc).
For foreigners not based in Malaysia or who will be returning to their home country, we will
perform an international transfer to your home country’s bank account. Transfer Fees are
chargeable and will be deducted from your Card Account (subject to total funds availability).
Our Call Centre Agent will contact you to advice on the Transfer Fee and obtain your consent
before remitting.
If we are unable to reach you, the balance funds will be sent to the Registrar of Unclaimed
Moneys under the provision of the Unclaimed Moneys Act 1965 (Act 370). For more details,
please refer to the Card Agreement.
ONLINE SHOPPING
Can I use this Card to shop online?
Yes you can BUT you need to explicitly provide us your consent by:
Calling us; or
Download and complete the ‘Opt-In/Opt-Out Request Form’ from our website then
email/fax it back to us.
What is 3D secured?
3D secured is a service facilitated by VISA that lets you transact online securely using your
Card. This service is available only at 3D secured merchant sites. It provides a standard and
secure method of performing transactions over the internet by authenticating all parties
involved, meaning the 3D secured participating merchants, Verified by Visa (VbV) and us.
Step 1:
Please ensure that your latest mobile phone number is registered with us.
Step 2:
When shopping online, enter your Card’s particulars at the merchant’s website.
Step 3:
You will be automatically redirected to our authentication page. An OTP will be sent via SMS
to your registered mobile phone number.
Step 4:
Enter the OTP at our authentication page and click “OK” to complete the authentication
process.
VISA PAYWAVE
What is Visa payWave?
Visa payWave is a contactless payment feature that lets you make small ticket-size purchases
faster by tapping on a contactless card reader. With Visa payWave, you simply tap your Visa
card in front of a secured reader at the sales counter, and you’re on your way. The card has
an embedded chip, which contains a tiny antenna that securely transmits payment
instructions to and from a secured reader.
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Is there a limit on the value of goods you can purchase with Visa payWave
technology?
In Malaysia, you can use your Visa payWave-enabled card for purchases of up to RM150 per
transaction. No signature or PIN is required. This RM150 limit however is subject to change.
Is there any chance that a payment amount may be deducted twice from my
account?
No. Visa payWave terminals are designed to accept only one transaction per card at a time.
As a safeguard, each transaction must be either complete or void before another one can take
place.
Tighter security as only you know your PIN to approve transactions using your card;
Faster transaction as you do not need to sign the transaction slip;
You have better control as you can choose/change your PIN at anytime, anywhere as long
as you have internet access;
You are protected from any fraudulent transaction should you lose your card or if your
card is stolen.
Ensure your PIN is not easy to guess by avoiding numbers that can be associated with you
such as:
Birth dates, months or years in any form or combination;
Sequential number (as such 456789) and easily identifiable number combinations (as such
111111);
Other easily accessible personal numbers such as telephone numbers, driving license,
identity card number or other personal data.
What happens if I use my new PIN Card at a terminal not supporting PIN?
In this case, the terminal will process your new PIN Card without prompting for PIN and your
signature will be needed for verification.
Do I need to use my PIN for online purchases, telephone and/or mail orders?
No. As you do not currently confirm these purchases with a signature, you do not need to use
your PIN as confirmation.