I am planning to make a foreign transaction and would like to know the standard fee charged for foreign exchange. I want to ensure I am not being overcharged and understand the typical cost associated with such transactions.
7 answers
DigitalTreasureHunter
Fri Oct 18 2024
Foreign transaction fees are a common charge imposed by credit card issuers on transactions that occur outside of the cardholder's home country or with foreign merchants.
RubyGlider
Fri Oct 18 2024
These fees are designed to cover the additional costs associated with processing international transactions, such as currency conversion and cross-border fees.
benjamin_rose_author
Fri Oct 18 2024
Typically, the foreign transaction fee ranges from 1% to 3% of the total transaction value.
TaekwondoMaster
Thu Oct 17 2024
U.S. travelers who use their credit cards while abroad or with foreign merchants are responsible for paying these fees, which are charged in dollars.
Elena
Thu Oct 17 2024
It's important for travelers to be aware of these fees as they can quickly add up and increase the cost of their purchases.