What is the name card on a debit card?

Debit cards and credit cards look identical. They both carry the name of the cardholder, expiry date and account number. The only difference - is the way they operate. A debit card is a form of 'electronic cash' - it can ONLY be used if there is sufficient money in the associated account to cover the purchase. A credit card is designed to allow the user to make purchases - then pay for it later by instalments.