Only Cash payments possible at a Retail Store in Switzerland
Card payments are currently not possible in a Retail branche in Switzerland. 20-Minute News Scouts report problems at various locations. The Retailer confirmed the Switzerland-wide problem on request. Even the so popular cash less Twint solution doesn’t work either.
This shows and proves again that someone should include cash because debit and credit cards may not work in an emergency situation or if the power is out. You might need coins in case you have to use a payphone or coin-operated laundry facilities. This has come to be a reality in Europe with a very difficult winter ahead of us.
Businesses and also Cash suppliers have their duty to offer and maintain the cash supply to its citizens. Otherwise, retail stores will have overcome riots. It is essential to keep the system working also during emergency scenarios.
Source: 20 Minutes News