Banking on the Holidays: What to Expect from Your Bank During Extended National Breaks
The Banks Association warned that a significant increase in transactions is expected in the coming days.
Banking Procedures During National Holidays
The National Holidays celebration includes at least five days of celebrations and two essential holidays, so if you must do banking procedures, we will tell you how the banks will work.
As reported by the Association of Banks (ABIF), this 2024 a significant increase in transactions over the long weekend is expected.
Banking Schedule During National Holidays
- Monday, September 16: Normal Hours
- Tuesday, September 17: Closes early at 2:00 pm
- Wednesday, September 18: Inevitable Holidays. Branches closed.
- Thursday, September 19: Inevitable Holidays. Branches closed.
- Friday, September 20: Normal holidays. Branches closed.
“In addition, it is suggested to take advantage of the extensive network of pick-up points and prefer to use digital payment methods, such as debit and credit cards, for more safety and convenience,” they said from ABIF.
Security Measures During National Holidays
Luis Opazo, general manager of ABIF, highlighted that “we are working closely with the Undersecretary for Crime Prevention and the Public Ministry to mitigate crime. It is essential that customers remain alert and notify the entity’s security personnel of any suspicious behavior.”
Practical Tips for National Holidays 2024
The Central Bank of Chile presented a series of recommendations on recognizing bills and coins during these National Holidays.
- Prefer digital payment methods: Debit and credit cards offer greater security and convenience compared to using cash.
- Plan your cash withdrawal in advance: Avoid crowds and potential inconvenience at ATMs.
- Foreign trips: Make sure you activate your credit and debit cards in advance, and check relevant security measures through your bank.
- Be careful with your banking information: Keep your keys private and monitor balances remotely via apps or web portals.
- Report any suspicious activity or irregular movements to your banking institution immediately.