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In reply to the discussion: Visitors sue National Park Service over policy prohibiting cash payments [View all]pstokely
(10,528 posts)49. do they have a credit card surcharge?
does anyplace that's gone cashless have a credit card surchage?
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Visitors sue National Park Service over policy prohibiting cash payments [View all]
BumRushDaShow
Mar 23
OP
They need to create a closed-system debit card (like a gift card) and accept cash for the card
FakeNoose
Mar 23
#7
Its much cheaper to buy a yearly pass if you are going to visit a couple sites.
we can do it
Mar 25
#67
You switched your question. It was 'does the IRS take cash?' Now it's 'would the NPS take a check?'
keopeli
Mar 24
#36
A debt is simply an obligation to pay. If you want to enter a NP, you owe them a debt.
keopeli
Mar 24
#22
I agree. They could set up a machine that takes cash or cards and gives a card which one can use on site.
keopeli
Mar 25
#63
Wrong again, I rarely use cash, have excellent credit and self control. Pay off balance every month.
we can do it
Mar 25
#68
This is 2024. Certain people would rob older people for money...even at a National park.
chouchou
Mar 24
#20
While US cash is legal tender there is no law or requirement that it must be accepted
ripcord
Mar 24
#41
That's why more and more restaurants won't accept credit cards? It may cost some for cash but more for CCs.
Wonder Why
Mar 25
#78
Read it? I experience it. At least half the local restaurants in my town charge 3-4% more for credit/debit than cash
Wonder Why
Mar 25
#82
I was at an outdoor event where they had a nice selection of great food trucks...
IcyPeas
Mar 24
#47
Tried three different locations, sounds like she was intent on making a point.
we can do it
Mar 25
#65