If you\u2019re off to explore America, you\u2019ll want a debit card that you can use with ease and avoid expensive fees. This guide will explore how you can use a debit card in the US, which is best for the job and whether or not you still need to take cash.<\/p>
You can use any Mastercard or Visa-branded card in America, though it\u2019s best to check whether or not your debit card charges a foreign transaction fee before using it. Foreign transaction fees are typically around 2.99% of the purchase amount, and there are usually fees for withdrawing cash abroad as well. <\/p>
However, some banks don\u2019t charge fees for spending abroad. If yours isn\u2019t one of these, it could be a good idea to open a separate account with one of these and use this card instead of your main bank account to avoid those sneaky charges. Check out our guide to debit cards with low transaction fees. <\/p>