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 17, 2014, 1:08 pm
#1036
Join Date: Oct 2013
Programs: Hyatt Globalist No More..., Hyatt Explorist, Hilton Diamond, SPG Platinum, Marriott Platinum
Posts: 4,375
Oh I definitely would! Actually I have calmly made a big deal over $1k. The cashier & manager just gave me the store contact info and told me to call if it doesn't show up the next day.
Jun 17, 2014, 1:16 pm
#1037
Join Date: Mar 2013
Location: Down South, The Desert
Programs: Marriot Rewards, Southwest Rapid rewards, Emerald Club, Avis Preferred
Posts: 1,871
Jun 17, 2014, 1:18 pm
#1038
Join Date: Mar 2013
Location: Down South, The Desert
Programs: Marriot Rewards, Southwest Rapid rewards, Emerald Club, Avis Preferred
Posts: 1,871
Jun 17, 2014, 1:39 pm
#1039
Join Date: Oct 2013
Programs: Hyatt Globalist No More..., Hyatt Explorist, Hilton Diamond, SPG Platinum, Marriott Platinum
Posts: 4,375
Jun 17, 2014, 1:42 pm
#1040
Join Date: Feb 2013
Location: NYC
Programs: UA 1K, AA EP, Hyatt Diamond, SPG Platinum, M life Noir
Posts: 1,279
Jun 17, 2014, 6:30 pm
#1041
Join Date: Dec 2008
Posts: 367
I probably benefit by limits and/or identity checks, if the alternative is removing the GC option entirely. Not that I expect the company to monitor activity. It's often cheaper to shut it down, like CVS did with VRs.
Jun 18, 2014, 3:53 pm
#1042
Join Date: Mar 2009
Location: DCA
Programs: FB Gold Privilege
Posts: 413
Anyone having problems today getting "Alternate form of payment required"?
I tried with two different cashiers at my usual WM, they are very experienced as they sell me MOs every day. First time this has happened.
I tried with two different cashiers at my usual WM, they are very experienced as they sell me MOs every day. First time this has happened.
Jun 18, 2014, 3:57 pm
#1043
Join Date: Jun 2013
Posts: 293
Yes - just made a similar inquiry on the WM BP thread. OVs did not work, but AN debit card did work.
Jun 18, 2014, 4:05 pm
#1044
Join Date: May 2013
Posts: 128
MO Purchases using OV @ WM
I am having the same problem and can you tell me what is AN debit card? Thanks
Jun 18, 2014, 4:16 pm
#1047
Join Date: Jan 2014
Programs: Hilton Diamond, Hyatt Diamond, SW Companion
Posts: 94
Jun 18, 2014, 4:25 pm
#1049
Join Date: Jun 2013
Posts: 293
So, something's not quite right here. For those who are reporting alternate tender screens, please let us know what type of debit cards you are using. Since my AN card did work, wondering whether WM may have finally figured out a way to exclude Vanillas.
Jun 18, 2014, 4:34 pm
#1050
Join Date: May 2014
Location: RIC
Posts: 71
Tried loading BB and got the same message. Was attempting to load with Vanilla GC.