Visa has also launched the Visa Visitor Guide: South Africa 2010 which offers a variety of information on must see heritage sites, museums, and safari parks as well as shopping and dining insights from local experts.
The Visa Visitor Guide also includes an updated tournament schedule and a list of the 32 qualified teams.
"We want to make sure people attending the 2010 FIFA World Cup have a memorable experience, so for fans traveling to South Africa we created this easy reference travel guide to help answer questions about the area and help them prepare for their trip," said Antonio Lucio, Chief Marketing Officer of Visa Inc.
"To ensure any trip is a success, travelers must prepare in advance, especially when it comes to their money. When travelling internationally, it's important to know what payment cards are accepted, the best way to exchange your money for local currency and what to do in an emergency."
Visa has reported the top10 payment card and money tips travelers will need to know before they go to South Africa.
1. Travellers will need a Visa card or cash to pay for items at all FIFA World Cup venues. To get a Visa credit, debit or prepaid card visit your bank branch or visit www.visa.com/globalgateway
2. Notify your bank that you will be travelling and that you will be using your Visa credit or debit card abroad to avoid any issues when making transactions
3. If you lose your card, report it to your bank immediately. Have Visa's Global Customer Care Assistance toll-free hotline number in your mobile for such emergencies: 0-800-990-475
4. Take advantage of special merchant offers in South Africa - for details read the Visa Visitor Guide: South Africa 2010 at www.visa.com/fifavisitortravelguide
5. While travelling, set up an automatic bill pay for your credit card and make sure you have sufficient funds in your debit account
6. Keep records of your account numbers and PINs in a safe and secure place
7. Contact your issuing bank about travel-related benefits for Visa Card holders
8. Look for the Visa or PLUS logo on ATMs or a point-of-sale to ensure international payment cards are accepted. To find your nearest ATM visit www.visa.com/atms
9. Always carry a small amount of Rand and a Visa payment card whilst travelling throughout South Africa
10. Careful review your payment card statements and contact your bank if you see any suspicious or incorrect charges.
Visa is a valued FIFA partner and the preferred card of the 2010 FIFA World Cup in South Africa.
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