Is Capital One Venture a chip and PIN credit card?

No, there aren’t any Capital One chip and PIN credit cards. All new Capital One credit cards are chip and signature cards, just like the vast majority of credit cards issued in the U.S. Chip-and-PIN cards are more popular in Europe. Both types comply with EMV (Euro Mastercard Visa) standards for chip-based cards.... read full answer

Here’s the difference between PIN and signature EMV chip cards:

• As the name suggests, chip and PIN cards require the cardholder to enter a number at checkout, while chip and signature cards require a signature instead.
• Chip and PIN cards are a bit more secure because forging a signature is easier to do than figuring out someone’s PIN.
• Chip and signature cards are the majority of the market in the U.S.
• Outside of the U.S., chip and PIN cards are much more popular.
• Don’t worry about your card not being accepted abroad. Foreign merchants are supposed to take your card regardless of whether or not you have a PIN.

When you have a Capital One card in the U.S., the only time you would need a PIN is for a cash advance. That’s when you use your card to withdraw money from an ATM. But be careful, as cash advances come with high fees. To get a PIN, request it online or call the number on the back of your card.

You can order a Capital One credit card PIN either online or by calling Capital One’s automated system at the number you see on the back of your card. You may have the option to get the PIN immediately by email or text. If not, it will come in 7-10 business days by mail. You don’t need a Capital One credit card PIN to make purchases. But you will need one to do a cash advance at an ATM. This may come in handy in foreign countries that use chip-and-PIN card readers.... read full answer

Here’s how to get a Capital One credit card PIN:

• Online. Log into your Capital One account and click on “More Account Settings,” then “Control Your Card,” and finally “Get a Cash Advance.” You may have the option to get a PIN instantly by email or text. Otherwise, you’ll have to request one by mail, and it will take 7-10 business days to arrive.
• Phone. Call the number you see on the back of your card, enter your card number and follow the prompts to request a PIN. You’ll get it by mail in 7-10 business days. If you already have a PIN and want to change it, you can choose a new number right away.

Ordering a Capital One credit card PIN for emergency cash advances isn’t a bad idea, but you should be careful not to use your card at an ATM too often. Cash advances come with hefty fees, and interest starts accruing immediately.