ATMs in Portugal will undergo changes that will transform the way we raise money and access these automatic terminals. These changes are part of a new European legislation aimed at changing the multibans. Prepare for a historical change that will change your daily experience with this equipment.
According to the same source, the new legislation requires banks to adapt automatic boxes to be accessible to people with different types of disabilities, as well as to the elderly population.
Better accessibility in multibancos
Also according to RFM, updates are becoming easier to use. Among the predicted improvements are larger letters and more visible icons, facilitating reading and navigation for those who have visual difficulties.
Another novelty pointed out by the same source is the introduction of audio options, which provide instructions through ear -bolts, making the money survey more accessible for people with visual impairment.
New buttons and adjustable screens
According to the same source, the terminals will have tactile buttons and redesigned menus to be more intuitive. Screen will also have adjustable shine, a functionality that facilitates use by people with different degrees of vision.
These changes contribute to the multibancos no longer an obstacle and becomes equipment adapted to a larger number of people, including seniors and users with special needs.
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Gradual implementation and duty of banks
The same source also indicates that the adaptation of the multibancos will be done gradually. The new terminals should come out of facts with these features, while older models will continue to work for a few more years.
In addition, banks will have to inform customers on which multibans are already adapted and where they are, facilitating access to these improved equipment.
A change that goes beyond the multibancos
According to, these changes enter into force as of June 28, inserted in the European accessibility law that also covers other sectors such as banks, insurers, transport, public services and travel agencies.
The purpose of this legislation is to promote a more inclusive and fair society, ensuring that everyone has access to essential services, regardless of their physical or sensory limitations.
With this new law, Portugal joins other European countries that have already implemented measures to facilitate accessibility in public and private services.
The challenge is now in ensuring that changes are applied effectively, improving the daily life of thousands of users.
From June 28, citizens will begin to notice these news in the multibans, who promise to simplify access to money.
It is up to banks to ensure that technological updates and information to the public are available clearly and effectively.
These measures represent an important advance for inclusion and accessibility in the national financial system.
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