May 29, 2014, 7:43 pm
Last edit by: prasha11
Does not work anymore, is dead..... what is the point to report 'not working'?
As of 08/25/2014, Bancorp cards (Vanilla Visa, OneVanilla, etc.) are rarely working first try for debit transactions at Walmart. There is no apparent geographical basis. Basically, it's a crapshoot.
Do not agitate a cashier or store and lose the ability to make these transactions in the future. Multiple failed swipes or transactions will likely increase scrutiny. You do not want that. It is best to stop using these cards.
Vanilla VISA defaulting to credit
As of 5/29/2014, at most Walmart locations, all Vanilla VISA cards issued by The Bancorp Bank are automatically recognized as credit. Most Mastercard have required a workaround for some time. The MoneyCenter Express (ATM, kiosk, Kate) is not affected by this change.
As of 08/25/2014, Bancorp cards (Vanilla Visa, OneVanilla, etc.) are rarely working first try for debit transactions at Walmart. There is no apparent geographical basis. Basically, it's a crapshoot.
Do not agitate a cashier or store and lose the ability to make these transactions in the future. Multiple failed swipes or transactions will likely increase scrutiny. You do not want that. It is best to stop using these cards.
Vanilla VISA defaulting to credit
As of 5/29/2014, at most Walmart locations, all Vanilla VISA cards issued by The Bancorp Bank are automatically recognized as credit. Most Mastercard have required a workaround for some time. The MoneyCenter Express (ATM, kiosk, Kate) is not affected by this change.
MO Purchases using OV @ WM
Jun 3, 2014, 12:26 pm
#542
Join Date: Mar 2013
Location: Down South, The Desert
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Posts: 1,871
Jun 3, 2014, 1:38 pm
#544
Join Date: Jan 2013
Programs: AA, SPG, MR, UR, Cash Back!
Posts: 606
Using the old green terminal I had to hit cancel twice before ATM/debit function came up. You have to be fast! Took like 5 tries to get it right. Walmart CSR was actually helpful and nice. Even told hit I was using debit gift cards. Lol
Jun 3, 2014, 1:51 pm
#545
Join Date: Sep 2013
Posts: 10
I went to 2 WM super centers today (customer service center inside the stores - no kiosks) and one clerk said that the visas must have your name on it and the other clerk said they had been instructed not to accept One Vanilla cards. It is getting harder and harder since the shut down of Vanilla Reloads.
Jun 3, 2014, 1:56 pm
#546
Join Date: Feb 2007
Posts: 647
I went to 2 WM super centers today (customer service center inside the stores - no kiosks) and one clerk said that the visas must have your name on it and the other clerk said they had been instructed not to accept One Vanilla cards. It is getting harder and harder since the shut down of Vanilla Reloads.
My CVS was much stricter and stop going there..
that is why I bought the coin..
Jun 3, 2014, 2:24 pm
#547
Join Date: Jul 2013
Posts: 321
I just loaded 4 BBs using OVs using the workaround. Tried to do a MO for $999.32, could not hit the cancel fast enough and was declined in 3 or 4 tries. Did two separate MOs and worked OK.
For split transactions, how fast do guys manage to hit the cancel button? So far, I tried more than 6 times and no luck.
For split transactions, how fast do guys manage to hit the cancel button? So far, I tried more than 6 times and no luck.
Jun 3, 2014, 2:39 pm
#548
Join Date: Nov 2011
Posts: 766
Anyone know if the wiki work around works for the US Bank Mastercard GC's?
Jun 3, 2014, 2:43 pm
#549
Join Date: Mar 2005
Location: ATL
Programs: AA, AGR, DL, MR, WoH, UA
Posts: 951
The POS at my local store do seem especially sluggish. On top of the blink for the swipe screen, it takes a long time for the receipt to spit out.
Jun 3, 2014, 2:47 pm
#550
Join Date: Sep 2013
Location: SFO/DTW
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Posts: 1,988
Jun 3, 2014, 3:00 pm
#552
Join Date: Apr 2014
Posts: 1,273
I just loaded 4 BBs using OVs using the workaround. Tried to do a MO for $999.32, could not hit the cancel fast enough and was declined in 3 or 4 tries. Did two separate MOs and worked OK.
For split transactions, how fast do guys manage to hit the cancel button? So far, I tried more than 6 times and no luck.
For split transactions, how fast do guys manage to hit the cancel button? So far, I tried more than 6 times and no luck.
Jun 3, 2014, 4:39 pm
#554
Join Date: Sep 2013
Posts: 10
The ones I went to today have no barriers or wall. They stand almost right next to you. Here in the DFW they are beginning to implement a no OV policy.
Jun 3, 2014, 6:57 pm
#555
Join Date: Apr 2014
Posts: 1,273
Data Point on the workaround.
I wondered if the OV or VGC could be run as a CC and ran a test tonight. The answer is definitely "no." But I really paid attention to the process and I think I have an answer for those who have had trouble with the new color system.
I ran one OV with the workaround and it went just fine.
But-on the second card, I let it ride to signature: if you miss the "change payment" button on the screen the first time, it locks up the system completely. I did not see the message on my end but the cashier was confused because she kept getting a "unauthorized tender" message. We tried about 5 times to get back to the beginning and it would not go there, even when she tried to cancel the whole thing. On the extra attempts, I saw the change payment button appear but the software was locked to CC and that screen went by like lightening. If you blinked, you'd miss it. In other words, it was in a loop. Finally, the supervisor came over and had to override the entire transaction and cancel it with a a system override (her key). I just left them confused and said thanks, I'll be back tomorrow to add the funds.
For those who have had a lot of trouble getting the override to work (on the color screens), I think if you don't hit change tender as soon as it appears and you get the signature panel, you may be stuck. On the other hand, if you accidentally hit "cancel" instead of "change payment" (they appear on the same screen), no harm. You just need to start over but you aren't in that nasty loop.