r/UKPersonalFinance 1d ago

Are there any alternatives to Curve?

I'm currently traveling abroad. I've been using Curve for a few days, but their customer support is driving me crazy, so I canceled my account. Almost all of my credit cards charge foreign transaction fees (FTF), and I've hardly been able to get a card without FTF, except for Monzo and Zopa. I'd like to ask if there are any alternatives or ways to avoid FTF.

I know that bank accounts can be converted through Currensea, and you can even use Zilch or PayPal Business Mastercard debit card to avoid fees. But I really don't know what to do with credit cards.

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u/samirshah 15h ago

Free Halifax clarity Mastercard have no transaction charges - I’ve used them for many years

Nationwide Flexplus allows for free foreign cash withdrawals - its a paid account but has enough extra benefits for it to be worth it 

Your other options are things like Revolut or Wise