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Credit cards abroad

Charges on credit cards suddenly become more complicated when you use them abroad. Card providers levy 'foreign usage fees', which can amount to as much as 2.99% of the bill every time you hand over your plastic.

Do this frequently in bars, restaurants and souvenir shops overseas and you can end up spending more than you think.

However, a handful of credit cards on the market - such as the Platinum card from Saga, the Clarity card from Halifax, the Zero card from Santander and the Post Office credit card - do not charge foreign usage fees anywhere in the world.

You will need to look out for separate charges such as cash withdrawal fees and interest rates applied if you think there is a risk of carrying a balance.

Credit card travel perks

Some credit cards also allow you to collect points as you travel which can eventually fund a free flight. And if you are a frequent flier, you may also want to look at additional perks that some credit cards offer, such as use of airport lounges.

 
 
Product Name Balance Transfer Purchases Rewards Representative APR (Variable)
  • Barclaycard
  • Platinum Credit Card with Extended Balance Transfer
  • 0.00%
  • 22 months
  • 2.90% fee
  • 0.00%
  • 3 months
  • You will have access to Barclaycard Unwind which gives you exclusive access to intimate gigs, exclusive content and music news, exclusive tickets and Unwind at Wembley Arena where you can enjoy advanced ticketing for shows and even be a VIP guest in the Wembley Unwind lounge.
  • 17.90%
  • APR
Representative example: If you spend £1200.00 at a purchase interest rate (variable) of 17.90% your representative APR (variable) will be 17.90%
  • Halifax
  • Balance Transfer Credit Card
  • 0.00%
  • 22 months
  • 3.50% fee
  • 0.00%
  • 3 months
  • You will receive Halifax MasterCard offers including deals and discounts on travel, entertainment and shopping.
  • 17.90%
  • APR
Representative example: If you spend £1200.00 at a purchase interest rate (variable) of 17.95% your representative APR (variable) will be 17.90%
  • Barclaycard
  • Platinum Credit Card with Balance Transfer
  • 0.00%
  • 21 months
  • 2.60% fee
  • 0.00%
  • 3 months
  • You will have access to Barclaycard Unwind which gives you exclusive access to intimate gigs, exclusive content and music news, exclusive tickets and Unwind at Wembley Arena where you can enjoy advanced ticketing for shows and even be a VIP guest in the Wembley Unwind lounge.
  • 17.90%
  • APR
Representative example: If you spend £1200.00 at a purchase interest rate (variable) of 17.90% your representative APR (variable) will be 17.90%
  • NatWest
  • Platinum
  • 0.00%
  • 20 months
  • 2.90% fee
  • 0.00%
  • 6 months
  • NatWest Platinum card holders receive hundreds of retail offers through MasterCard as well as holiday discounts through Thomas Cook. Wine club is also available.
  • 17.90%
  • APR
Representative example: If you spend £1200.00 at a purchase interest rate (variable) of 17.95% your representative APR (variable) will be 17.90%
  • Royal Bank of Scotland
  • Platinum
  • 0.00%
  • 20 months
  • 2.90% fee
  • 0.00%
  • 6 months
  • RBS Platinum card holders receive hundreds of retail offers through MasterCard as well as holiday discounts through Thomas Cook. Wine club is also available.
  • 17.90%
  • APR
Representative example: If you spend £1200.00 at a purchase interest rate (variable) of 17.95% your representative APR (variable) will be 17.90%
  • Virgin
  • Credit Card
  • 0.00%
  • 20 months
  • 2.99% fee
  • 0.00%
  • 3 months
  • Discounts on Virgin products - 30% off balloon flights plus free champagne & chocolates, up to 20% off experiences, 5% off holidays plus no credit card fee (usually 2.5%), 10% off at Virgin Wines and VIE at home and 1 month free for new members at Virgin Active.
  • 16.80%
  • APR
Representative example: If you spend £1200.00 at a purchase interest rate (variable) of 16.80% your representative APR (variable) will be 16.80%
  • Halifax
  • 20 Month Balance Transfer Credit Card
  • 0.00%
  • 20 months
  • 3.00% fee
  • 0.00%
  • 3 months
  • There are no rewards with this card.
  • 16.90%
  • APR
Representative example: If you spend £1200.00 at a purchase interest rate (variable) of 16.94% your representative APR (variable) will be 16.90%
  • Bank of Scotland
  • Plus
  • 0.00%
  • 18 months
  • 3.00% fee
  • 0.00%
  • 3 months
  • Bank of Scotland card holders receive special offers including discounts on top UK attractions as well as on hotels, travel, shopping and up to 50% off dining.
  • 16.90%
  • APR
Representative example: If you spend £1200.00 at a purchase interest rate (variable) of 16.94% your representative APR (variable) will be 16.90%
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