If you intend to use your personal debit or credit card abroad it is best that you let us know. Telling us in advance that you're travelling will notify our transaction monitoring systems you will be using your debit or credit card abroad. This will help us to reduce the likelihood of your transactions being blocked.
Do I need to inform my bank that I am going abroad?
Notify your bank before using a credit or debit card when traveling. Banks do whatever they can to protect you from identity theft. But if you're not careful, your bank's eagerness could backfire when you travel. This prevents your “abnormal” spending patterns from triggering a block on your card.
How do I register my Natwest card abroad?
- Just tap on your credit card from the main page and go to 'Manage my card'
- Tap 'Going abroad' then 'Add Trip'
- Type in the name of your trip, add the dates of when you are departing and returning and then choose your country.
Is it free to use my NatWest debit card abroad?
Fee free foreign purchases Benefit from loads of travel perks, including no Non-Sterling Transaction Fees on all Debit Card purchases abroad. That means you can make purchases anywhere in the world without worrying about extra charges.
How much does it cost to use NatWest card abroad?
We will charge a Non-Sterling Transaction Fee of 2.75% of the value of the transaction.
Can I use my NatWest VISA card abroad?
Yes! Our credit cards are widely accepted at millions of oversea retailers and ATMs. To use you credit card abroad, just look for the Mastercard or VISA (depending on which type of credit card you have) logo in retailers or on a cash machine.
Do I need to let my bank know I'm going on holiday?
You're not required to notify your credit card company when you're going away on vacation, but it is highly recommended. By letting your credit card company know where you're going and for how long, your company will know that any card transactions from that location were likely authorized by you.