What does the word debit on the front of the card mean? What is a debit card?

The 'debit' sign on the front of the card indicates that your new card is a debit card. The term frequently used for debit cards in Austria is Bankomatkarte. Any amounts paid using this new card will be debited from your account immediately – this allows you to keep close tabs on your spending. Learn more about the debit card here.