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Butterfield Business Debit MasterCard®

 

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What is the Butterfield Business Debit MasterCard?
What is the Butterfield Business Debit MasterCard?
The Butterfield Business Debit MasterCard is a traditional debit card designed specifically for businesses.  This debit card provides the purchasing power needed for inventory, business supplies, travel, dining, entertainment and much more.  Added benefits include the ability to distribute debit cards among selected employees with limits of up to $25,000.  Cardholders must be signatories on the account.
What are the main benefits of the Butterfield Business Debit MasterCard?
What are the main benefits of the Butterfield Business Debit MasterCard?
  • Guaranteed acceptance at millions of businesses worldwide—you can use your card anytime, anywhere.
  • Ease of making purchases linked to your Butterfield business chequing account—all you have to do is sign the receipt or type in your PIN number. Butterfield Business Debit MasterCard purchases are automatically deducted from your business chequing account.
  • Increased purchasing power with daily limits of $12,000 or $25,000.
  • Eliminates the need to write numerous cheques.
  • Online shopping with the safety and security that MasterCard SecureCode™ offers—registration is fast and easy.
In order to get a Butterfield Business Debit MasterCard, do I need a Butterfield chequing account?
In order to get a Butterfield Business Debit MasterCard, do I need a Butterfield chequing account?
Yes. Our Butterfield Business Debit Card is only available to Butterfield business customers with a chequing account. You can open a chequing account by visiting our Business Banking Department or any of our Banking Centres.
How do I apply for a Butterfield Business Debit MasterCard?
How do I apply for a Butterfield Business Debit MasterCard?
You can apply by filling out the application form found in the Butterfield Business Debit MasterCard brochure and dropping it off to your Relationship Manager or at any of our five Banking Centres.  Remember, because the debit card is directly linked to a chequing account, it is necessary to open a chequing account first.
If I already have a debit card (for business purposes), how can I convert my existing debit card to a Butterfield Business Debit MasterCard?
If I already have a debit card (for business purposes), how can I convert my existing debit card to a Butterfield Business Debit MasterCard?
You can upgrade your existing debit card by contacting a Relationship Manager in the Business Banking Department and providing your account details.  Once we have verified your account information and authorised your request, your new Butterfield Business Debit MasterCard will be ready in three business days. 
How many debit cards can I issue to my employees?
How many debit cards can I issue to my employees?
Each chequing account can have a maximum of ten associated debit cards. Remember, cardholders must be signatories on the account.
Can I receive cards with just the company name?
Can I receive cards with just the company name?
No. Each card must display both the company name and the cardholder’s name.  The cardholder is the only person permitted to use that card.
What is the daily limit for local and overseas merchant purchases?
What is the daily limit for local and overseas merchant purchases?
Each employee assigned a debit card will have a daily limit of either BMD $12,000 or BMD $25,000 as requested by the company.
What is the daily maximum amount of cash a cardholder can withdraw from an ATM?
What is the daily maximum amount of cash a cardholder can withdraw from an ATM?
The daily ATM withdrawal limit for the Butterfield Business Debit MasterCard is BMD $3,000 per card.
Can spending limits be increased temporarily?
Can spending limits be increased temporarily?
Each card is assigned a daily spending limit based on the initial set up request; however, customers can request a temporary increase for larger purchases. Temporary increases will incur a BMD $15 processing fee.
Is there an annual fee associated with the Butterfield Business Debit MasterCard?
Is there an annual fee associated with the Butterfield Business Debit MasterCard?
No. There is no annual fee.
Where can I make purchases with my Butterfield Business Debit MasterCard?
Where can I make purchases with my Butterfield Business Debit MasterCard?
Your debit card can be used for local and international purchases.
How can I view my Butterfield Business Debit MasterCard activity?
How can I view my Butterfield Business Debit MasterCard activity?
Account transactions and balance details can be viewed via Butterfield Direct Internet, ATM, or Telephone Banking systems, or on your monthly statements.
Can I identify each employee’s transactions?
Can I identify each employee’s transactions?
Yes.  Each employee’s transactions are identified in the description.  The description includes the last four digits of the card used to make purchases.
If purchases are made with the Butterfield Business Debit MasterCard, when are the funds debited?
If purchases are made with the Butterfield Business Debit MasterCard, when are the funds debited?
Funds are automatically debited from the chequing account at the time of purchase.
Are there any rewards programmes associated with the Butterfield Business Debit MasterCard?
Are there any rewards programmes associated with the Butterfield Business Debit MasterCard?
No, the Butterfield Business Debit MasterCard does not offer rewards at this time.
How do I report a lost or stolen card?
How do I report a lost or stolen card?
Customers should call (441) 295 1111 to report a lost or stolen card.

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