What you'll pay in foreign transaction fees at major US banks — including 7 that don't charge fees at all

Thu, 07/20/2023 - 17:03

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woman hands debit card to waiter — Foreign transaction fees are fees you may be charged if you use a debit card internationally.
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When you use your debit card abroad, you'll probably have to pay a foreign transaction fee.

There are two main types of foreign transaction fees: one for buying something with your debit card, and one for using an ATM abroad.