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    Who pays if my card is used without permission in Finland?

    Your liability for card misuse under Finnish law.

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    Short answer

    The Finnish Competition and Consumer Authority explains that if you have acted with care, have not let anyone else use the card and have reported the loss without delay, you are not liable for unauthorised use. Even a mild lack of care makes you liable, but only up to 50 euros. If you acted deliberately or with gross negligence, you bear the full loss. Your liability ends once you have reported the loss to the bank.

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    Why

    1. KKV says you are not liable if you acted with care and reported the loss without delay.
    2. KKV limits liability for mild carelessness to 50 euros.
    3. FIN-FSA advises keeping the card and PIN separate at all times.

    Details

    The Financial Supervisory Authority advises keeping the card and the PIN separate and safe at all times. This is part of acting with care.

    Tip

    Block a lost card at once. Nothing used after your report is your responsibility.

    What may differ

    Each case is judged on its facts. The bank decides first, and you can complain if you disagree.

    Common misconception

    If your card is stolen, you always have to pay for what the thief buys.

    What actually happens

    If you acted with care, the bank refunds unauthorised payments.

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    Sources

    This answer is for reference only. Banks set their own terms, so check the details with the bank before you act.

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