Christopher
Traveller
14 comments
Posted 15 years ago
Hello everyone.
I have a Natwest current account and I will almost certainly be entering my overdraft whilst in Europe.
The bank have told me that I will have no problems using it in Europe, but there's still that nagging little worry in the back of my mind that I'll have a problem.
Has anyone here gone into their overdrafts whilst travelling? Anyone had any problems?
Thanks.
SiDUDe
Traveller
752 comments
If you have an agreed overdraft then it shouldnt be a problem - ive never tried however. Just be aware the Natwest Debit Card is RUBBISH for use abroad, min £2 charge on cash withdrawal, £1.25 on top of every transaction, and a loaded exchange rate.
If you can, find ANY other way to take money abroad, as you will just be throwing money at Natwest. If you have time, get a Nationwide debit card, and throw your overdraft in there for the duration of you trip
Source: [u]http://www.moneysavingexpert.com/cards/cheaper-spending-overseas[/u]
Christopher
Traveller
14 comments
That was my original plan, but unfortunately I've left it too late and I wouldn't get the card in time as I'm leaving a week on Sunday.
It's a pain in the arse about the charges, but there's really nothing I can do about it now. I can't walk around with cash on me...
At this stage I'd rather have money and pay a little bit for it than no money at all!
SiDUDe
Traveller
752 comments
You could get some travellers cheques, there a bit of a pain, but cheaper than your debit card. And try to get out as much cash as you think is safe at once, and split it up around yourself/group, as you will be charged less
Christopher
Traveller
14 comments
Could someone give me a brief, hands-on, 1st hand description of how travellers checks work please? And what are the pros and cons of taking this route?
I was planning on heading to France with e100, and then making several withdrawals of e100 as and when I need it. I figure I'll be charged like £30 for this overall, which isn't TOO bad I suppose.