The Post Office has established that nearly half of UK holidaymakers anticipate using their credit card to shop abroad, accounting for an approximate spend of around £9.4 billion but they could be wasting a vast amount of money on unnecessary fees. Most credit cards charge, on average, 2.75% for each transaction made abroad. However, it’s [...]
I was charged a hell of a lot more than I was led to believe i would be when using my credit card abroad. They're don't make these things clear enough to the customer!
The Post Office has established that nearly half of UK holidaymakers anticipate using their credit card to shop abroad, accounting for an approximate spend of around £9.4 billion but they could be wasting a vast amount of money on unnecessary fees. Most credit cards charge, on average, 2.75% for each transaction made abroad. However, it’s [...]
I have always had a nationwide basic account that I use just for holidays abroad as they do not charge you. Thinking about it though last year I only went to Scarborough so there may be better options now!
Lee
Hidden costs on credit cards abroad
