Yes, typically your bank will charge you between 2% and 5% on each transaction. To avoid these charges try Currensea's free travel debit card that has a 0.5% charge and gives you the best live exchange rates
See how much your bank charges you in rates and fees
Savings are based on a two week family holiday in Florida
TOTAL CHARGES, %
TOTAL CHARGES, £
CURRENSEA ELITE & PREMIUM PLAN
0%
£0
CURRENSEA ESSENTIAL
0.5%
£46.13
RBS
3.27%
£301.71
BARCLAYS
3.51%
£323.86
HSBC
3.38%
£311.50
LLOYDS
4.03%
£371.86
SANTANDER
3.63%
£334.61
TSB
4.56%
£421.20
…vs high street banks
You still get all the security of using your bank account, just without the fees. It’s as simple as that.
TOTAL CHARGES, %
TOTAL CHARGES, £
CURRENSEA ELITE & PREMIUM PLAN
0%
£0
CURRENSEA ESSENTIAL
0.5%
£46.13
CURVE + £4.99 card delivery
2.58%
£238.29
CAXTON
2.25%
£207.60
FAIRFX
2.27%
£209.60
TRAVELEX
4.40%
£405.98
CANNYAPP
4.52%
£417.05
POST OFFICE
4.53%
£418.20
…vs travel money cards and prepaid travel cards
With Currensea's travel debit card you don’t have to worry about topping up or juggling currencies. We automatically give you the best exchange rate, every single time you spend.
