1. Optional chip
   
   The information stored on a chip is protected by encryption.
   The chip works together with the cardholder’s signature or
   PIN number to create more secure payment.
2. Embossed or printed account number
   
   Embossed numbers feel raised, whilst printed numbers feel
   flat. Account numbers are up to 16 digits, begin with a 4 and
   are grouped in four groups of four numbers. Printed cards
   may have a partial account number.
3. Ultraviolet “dove” element
   
   When placed under an ultraviolet light, a dove printed in
   ultraviolet ink will be visible in the centre of the card.
4. Visa 3D dove hologram
   
   Square 3D hologram contains a dove, which moves when
   you tilt the card.
5. Visa logo
   
   Blue-white-and-gold Visa flag logo appears in either the
   top or bottom right-hand corner. It has a dotted microtext
   security border used for forensic security purposes.
6. Embossed “V” security character
   
   Appears next to the expiration date on embossed cards.
7. Expiration date
   
   Every card must have an expiration date as a minimum.
8. Cardholder name or identifier
   
   Cardholder’s name or description such as “Club Member”,
   “Gift Card” etc. are optional and may appear on the front
   of the card.
9. Printed first four digits of account number
   
   Appear beneath the account number. Match the first four
   digits of the account number, if shown on the card or printed
   on the retailer’s receipt.
10. Numeric security feature (CVV2)
    
    May appear either on the signature panel or to the side.
11. Signature panel
    
    The signature panel must appear on the back of the card.
    The panel bears the “Visa” name repeated.

Newer Visa cards

1. Optional chip
   
   The information stored on a chip is protected by encryption.
   The chip works together with the cardholder’s signature or
   PIN number to create more secure payment.
2. Embossed or printed account number
   
   Embossed numbers feel raised, whilst printed numbers feel
   flat. Account numbers are up to 16 digits, begin with a 4 and
   are grouped in four groups of four numbers. Printed cards
   may have a partial account number.
3. Visa logo
   
   Blue-and-gold logo on a white background. More logo
   placement options and vertical orientation of the card and
   logo are now possible.
4. Ultraviolet “V” element
   
   When placed under an ultraviolet light, a “V” printed in
   ultraviolet ink will be visible over the Visa logo.
5. Expiration date
   
   Every card must have an expiration date as a minimum.
   
6. Cardholder name or identifier
   
   Cardholder’s name or description such as “Club Member”,
   “Gift Card” etc. are optional and may appear on the front
   of the card.
7. Printed first four digits of account number
   
   Appear beneath the account number. Match the first four
   digits of the account number, if shown on the card or printed
   on the retailer’s receipt.
8. Numeric security feature (CVV2)
   
   May appear either on the signature panel or to the side.
9. Signature panel
   
   The visible pattern on the signature panel may be customised
   but it will always bear the “Visa” name repeated in ultraviolet
   ink and visible under ultraviolet light. Signature panel length
   will vary depending on card type.
10. Visa 3D dove hologram
    
    Contains a dove, which moves when you tilt the card. Instead
    of a dove hologram being present on the front a mini dove
    hologram may be present on the back.
11. A mini Visa 3D dove hologram
    
    May appear on the reverse of the card and can be located
    anywhere within the indicated area. A standard sized Visa
    dove hologram is never present on the back of a card.
12. Visa holographic magnetic stripe
    
    Visa holographic magnetic stripe with doves in flight replaces
    the square 3D hologram on the front of the card.