OREANDA-NEWS. February 15, 2011. Priorbank JSC has launched premium segment Visa Platinum bankcards, the Belarusian bank said in a statement, reported the press-centre of Priorbank.

Visa Platinum cardholders are entitled to enjoy Purchase Protection and Extended Warranty services, providing protection against theft and accidental damage for purchases card owners have made with their Visa Platinum cards and doubling the warranty period for purchased items. Also available is Visa's international medical and legal assistance service provided during a trip to a location outside of the card holder’s principal country of residence for up to 90 days. A 24/7 service provides all Visa Platinum owners with emergency card replacement and cash disbursement services.

Furthermore, Priorbank Visa Platinum cardholders gain access to the international program of exclusive offers from Visa, including discounts on merchandise and services paid for with Visa Platinum in the best restaurants, hotels and boutiques across the globe. Log on http://www.visa.com.ru/wv/platinum/main.jsp to see the complete list of special offers and privileges.

Priorbank presents its customers with an additional package of financial services and special offers alongside the privileges enjoyed by any Visa Platinum holder.

“We appreciate the possibility to strengthen our cooperation with Visa,” says Priorbank member of the board Sergei Shishov. “The Visa Platinum card has been one of the most anticipated products. It fits perfectly in the bank’s premium service concept, providing Priorbank customers with end-to-end banking services, financial solutions and special banking tools in a comfortable environment with the help of a personal manager.”

“Priorbank is our longtime reliable partner on the Belarusian plastic cards market. The issue of the Visa Platinum premium card is a logical and well-timed effort in Priorbank’s services development strategy. We hope the new lifestyle offered by Visa Platinum will suit Priorbank customers’ taste,” says Visa International Country Manager in Belarus Igor Kovalev.