Moving abroad for 6 mths - best way to spend?

lad22

Hello!


I'm moving to South Africa for 6 months and I'm not sure it's worth me getting a bank account. Which cards should I use? I previously used a British Airways American Express card for cashback in the UK but I think that has now changed. I also have a Santander Zero card but it seems to be no longer as good for travel. I have a Nationwide flex account but rarely use it. I bank with Lloyds and also have a Santander 123 account.


I'm feeling a bit overwhelmed by all the info - where should I keep my cash and withdraw money from?!?

Thanks in advance. :-)

andyfromotley

Halifax clarity is the best card for spending abroad. Check out the foreign spending section on the main site. For 6 months that should work fine, particularly if you have internet banking on your current account as you can just move money across to pay the card as you take it out.

grumbler

MSE article: Top Travel Spending Cards

Why do you think that your Zero is no longer good? - Your Card: Overseas Charges

stergio

I am off to Thailand for 5 months. So the Halifax Clarity card is the only card I need for ATMs and purchases/restaurants/golf club fees? I have Nationwide FlexPlus Account and previously have taken both cards. Used the Debit card for ATMs and Credit for purchases.