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Which Credit Card for the USA???

lentrott
lentrott Posts: 11 Forumite
in Credit cards
I'm of to New York for a few days on 29th December! After a quick search around on the forums, the Nationwide card seems to be mentioned quite a bit, is this currently the best card available for use abroad?

I was thinking of using the card instead of travellers cheques, is the exchange rate more likely to be closer to the 'official' rate rather than the 'high street' rate?

If I applied today do you think the card would arrive in time?

Thanks...

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  • johnllew
    johnllew Posts: 1,928 Forumite
    the Nationwide card seems to be mentioned quite a bit, is this currently the best card available for use abroad?
    Yes, and if you get their Cash Reward card, you'll get 1% cashback for the first 6 months (0.5% thereafter).
    is the exchange rate more likely to be closer to the 'official' rate rather than the 'high street' rate?
    It will be very competitive.
    If I applied today do you think the card would arrive in time?
    Yes.
  • lentrott
    lentrott Posts: 11 Forumite
    Cheers johnllew! Have gone for that!!!
  • MSE_Martin
    MSE_Martin Posts: 8,268 Money Saving Expert
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    Hi

    Nationwide does win for the USA. Remember there's a full article on all these subjects if you click Credit Cards at the top of the page.
    Martin Lewis, Money Saving Expert.
    Please note, answers don't constitute financial advice, it is based on generalised journalistic research. Always ensure any decision is made with regards to your own individual circumstance.
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  • djrobmac
    djrobmac Posts: 414 Forumite
    Part of the Furniture Combo Breaker
    I got turned down for the Nationwide card  :( Whats the next best thing for the USA? Purchases and cash withdrawals
    Hardcore moneysaver
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