A new card that combines a prepaid credit card and photo ID proof of age has been launched by CitizenCard. Available to 12 year olds and above, the Visa Prepaid CitizenCard will now enable users to prove their identity and age, as well as pay for purchases online and in store, all via one simple card.
The chip and PIN secured card offers those looking for age verification one of the most trusted, safe, secure and easy ways to carry money and pay for items.
The card carries the Government PASS mark (proof of age standard scheme) recognised as valid ID by the Home Office, the Scottish Government, the Police and Trading Standards and is approved by Visa.
Andrew Chevis, CEO of CitizenCard, said: “The new Visa Prepaid CitizenCard is the perfect all-round solution for younger people looking to prove their age and pay for purchases. The card is a safe and useful alternative to cash, as you can spend online and if the card is mislaid you can immediately block it. And, as it’s a Prepaid card users can only spend what is loaded.”
The card displays the owner’s date of birth, but also an age band (12-15; 16-17; 18+; and 21+ cards).
The actual card number also identifies whether a cardholder is over or under 18, giving it a new added level of security for retailers online, and provides reassurance to parents, with the under-18s card not working with age-restricted sales, e.g. retailers serving alcohol or providing gambling services such as the National Lottery.
Under 16s need parental consent to apply for the card – and they can then manage their child’s account directly, providing further peace of mind and safety, whilst enabling more childhood independence and developing positive financial education.
SLR will be monitoring the uptake of the card over coming months.
