This document presents the Visa Account Updater (VAU) Merchant List, effective as of April 1, 2024. It consolidates relevant merchant names, reflecting various enrollment levels such as subsidiaries, franchises, or parent organizations.
Visa recommends that issuers and merchants exercise caution when using this list for marketing purposes due to limitations, including incomplete penetration, potential delays in information exchange between financial institutions and merchants, and participation varying by division or region.
The document emphasizes that this list is intended for Visa issuers, acquirers, merchants, and their processors solely in support of Visa card programs. Disclosure to third parties is prohibited without prior written permission from Visa Inc.
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Visa Account Updater Merchant List: Participating Businesses Official list of merchants participating in the Visa Account Updater (VAU) service, updated as of June 30, 2022. Provided by Visa for informational purposes regarding merchant enrollment and service scope. |
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Visa Core Rules and Visa Product and Service Rules This document outlines the comprehensive operational guidelines for financial institutions participating in the Visa payment system, covering card issuance, acceptance, transaction processing, risk management, and product-specific requirements. |
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Visa Merchant Surcharge Rules and Regulations Explained A comprehensive Q&A guide detailing Visa's policies on merchant surcharges for credit card transactions, including disclosure requirements, state law variations, and transaction limits. |
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Visa New Zealand Hospitality Scholarship Fuels Culinary Careers Visa announces the 2025 New Zealand Hospitality Scholarship, a $30,000 opportunity for emerging chefs and hospitality professionals in Aotearoa, including international placements and mentorship. |
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Visa Gift Cardholder Agreement - Terms and Conditions Official Cardholder Agreement for Visa Gift Cards issued by Sunrise Banks, N.A., detailing terms, conditions, usage, liability, and arbitration. Includes information on activation, PIN, authorized users, cash access, fees, and disclosures. |