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Zimp virtual wallet can be used in Costa Rica

January 10, 2014 by Staff News Writer

Security keys requesting membership to the new system does not allow Zimp withdraw money from accounts in case you lose your phone. | FILE


Among the merchants who are now accepting payment via the Zimp Smart phone application are Benetton, Trigo Miel, Ópticas Popular and the Antojitos restaurant in San Pedro. A total of 200 merchants have signed onto the system, which allows users to pay at the cash register with their Andriod based phone or Apple iPhone. User must have the app installed and an associated bank account.

Original Article in La Nacion

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