Vladivostok - Post Report Question and Answers
Are credit cards widely accepted and safe to use locally? Are ATMs common and do you recommend using them? Are they safe to use?
You may use them, but security advice from post was to avoid credit card use in general due to the threat of information being stolen. ATMs inside of shopping centers major hotels, and banks were considered safe. We were cautioned strongly against using ATMs found on the streets/exteriors of banks due to rampant skimming and hidden spycams. - Jun 2017
I used local ATM's frequently with no problem. Most nice restaurants and some stores take cards. The only problem is that some places won't accept foreign cards. - Apr 2012
I use them all the time. Never had a problem, but maybe I'm just lucky. - Jun 2009
Be careful. Rip offs everywhere. - Apr 2009
