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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Lifestyle
Lucy Leeson

Martin Lewis explains how to avoid being stung by hidden holiday fees

  • Martin Lewis is warning travellers to be aware of foreign transaction fees when using credit or debit cards abroad this summer.
  • Standard bank cards typically add a 2.75 per cent to 3 per cent non-sterling exchange rate fee on overseas purchases.
  • Specialist cards offer near-perfect exchange rates by waiving these additional fees.
  • The Barclaycard Rewards Credit Card currently offers 0.5 per cent cashback on spending abroad.
  • Watch the full video above.

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