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[rockoyster]

14 March 2018 at 9:06:56 #878559

What we need is a Royal Commission. Oh, wait . . . . financialservices.roya lcommission.gov.au/Pag es/default.aspx! 🤓

[Meeraoz]

14 March 2018 at 9:30:07 #878560

Indeed – the Royal commission has already started its hearings in Melbourne. Please read The Guaridan/au for their daily coverage – the very first day – corrupt deals in NAB. Today – credit card traps.

[Meeraoz]

14 March 2018 at 9:30:42 #878561

Oops that was supposed to be The Guardian/au

[Removed user]

14 March 2018 at 19:59:38 #878562

Thank you Everyon

[Vlasta]

16 March 2018 at 21:16:16 #878563

ATMs are everywhere and use your bank account to withdraw CHF. We never had any problems getting cash.

[Meeraoz]

17 March 2018 at 2:21:48 #878564

Hi Vlasta

The discussion was about fees/charges imposed by banks when using overseas debit cards at local ATMs. For eg if I use my Citibank debit card at citibank ATMs (or partner banks) then I may not face an ATM use charge. Plus most banks charge a foreign conversion fee while withdrawing local currency ie CHF if your original debit card currency is in $ or other currencies.

[Vlasta]

17 March 2018 at 2:40:40 #878565

Meeraoz,

I find that it is very confusing to try to sort out the credit card/bank fees while traveling internationally. We have gotten to the point that any extra fees are just part of trip expenses, though we do try to be careful to avoid them if possible. I do think the banks are charging more these days. But to be honest, I have been pleasantly surprised when I get my statements upon return home- I always expect the worst but the fees haven’t been bad. Sorry if I misunderstood. I was answering the earlier question about where to to buy CHF. Good luck.