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pre paid credit card question

does anyone know if i can go into a shop and buy a pre paid credit card rather than order one on line?

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  • skyrider007
    skyrider007 Posts: 1,108 Forumite
    Yes you can, I think Splash Plastic is sold in WH Smith (or some other similar high street shop).
  • darkblue_2
    darkblue_2 Posts: 676 Forumite
    It's best to shop around to find the best deals on these prepaid cards - the difference can be dramatic.

    Some will charge you a monthly fee, then everytime that you top up, then everytime you spend, etc etc. It all mounts up.

    I would suggest that you try very hard to get a visa electron card from a bank account, before going down the route of prepaid cards.

    Visa electrons are now majorly accepted online, in supermarkets, etc. It's no longer necessary to have a mastercard or visa.

    Hope this helps
  • snake666
    snake666 Posts: 361 Forumite
    i intend to leave the uk for good in about 2-3 months so a bank card is not an option but thanks anyway
    snake
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