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What is the OV- Chipcard and Should I Buy One?

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If you are not a resident of the Netherlands and you are planning on travelling a lot by train then a good option is to purchase the anonymous OV-Chipcard. This card costs €7.50 and has no personal details on it (no name or photo for example) so it can be used by anyone! This card needs to be topped up before it can be used.  Where can I buy the anonymous Ov-Chipcard? At the train station ‘Tickets & Service’ counters or other public transport ticket desks At the NS ticket machines (with the blue sign and white NS logo across the top) Supermarkets (e.g. Albert Heijn) and tobacco shops or stationery shops such as the Bruna. You can check this website to find OV-Chipcard service points throughout the Netherlands. At these points you can purchase the OV-chipcard and also load credit onto a card. How Do I Use My Anonymous card- IS IT WORTH IT? The card may look like a great option but remember that this card costs €7.50 so it is only good value if you plan to trav