Can the US ATM cards be used to withdraw cash from an ATM machine in Chile?

Also, are ATM machines easy to find in the tourist locations in Chile (Santiago, Easter Islands, Atacama Desert and Patagonia)?

Can the US ATM cards be used to withdraw cash from an ATM machine in Chile?
When I was in Chile, I never had any problems with my cards, they always worked like a champ. ATM's are pretty easy to find, just look for a Banco de Estado or Santader Santiago, or Banco de Chile, those tend to be the ones that generally have ATM's that work. Be prepaired to pay extra fees from your bank for using the ATM.
Reply:Check with the bank that issued the card and ask them.


On the back of the card should be an 800 number. Cirrus or something similar.


They have zillions of places, but the destinations you are going to are not exactly the Bahamas. You better check directly for correct info.
Reply:I've never had trouble anywhere in the world - as long as the ATM has the PLUS or STAR or CIRRUS or whatever logo on it. However, you will get your money in local currency, and your bank will charge you an additional fee for the convenience.





Please note that this is probably the safest way to carry money in ANY country - take it out a bit at a time.
Reply:check with your bank, normally they have to put an international code to not flag your card for possibly fraud. Let your bank know at least a month in advance to get everything squared away and enjoy.
Reply:In agreeance with what someone else set be sure to contact your bank in writing to let them know you will be traveling abroad. Otherwise yor assets might be frozen if they believe the card has been stolen. It should work just fine but becareful because your bank might charge you large fees. I suggest take out larger amounts than usual.





I am preparing to study abroad and we have talked A LOT about this.
Reply:They are everywhere in a city of any size If there is a bank there is usually an ATM machine.