Originally Posted by
Hofu
Are PIN based transactions & Debit card purchases the same?
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Yes. Debit card transaction requires PIN.
In a broader sense, you can use the PIN on your credit card, at the ATM to withdraw cash and that becomes a Cash Advance on your credit card - quite different than the Debit Card transaction as you probably fully aware of.