Cirrus Maestro International Debit Card: First Travel Plan Travel

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	Travel Planning Guide: Cirrus & Maestro Debit Cards

International Debit Cards: Cirrus and Maestro

International debit cards work in exactly the same way as they do at home and usually come free when you open a current account at a bank or other financial institution. Debit cards displaying the Cirrus and Maestro logos are a great way of withdrawing money abroad from ATMs. Most cash withdrawals will incur a small fee but overall they remain good value for travel. Some debit cards like those offered from the Nationwide Building Society on their Flex account allow account holders to withdraw money abroad without a fee as long as there are enough funds in the account to cover the withdrawal.

The Maestro service also allows you to pay for goods and services in shops. The amount paid is automatically deducted from your current account. Always check that your debit card has the Cirrus and Maestro logos before travelling and if not, request an updated card from your bank or building society. Cirrus and Maestro logos can be seen below.

As with credit cards, keep a record of your debit card number and contact details for your bank in case of theft or loss. These details can also be left with family members or trusted friends.

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