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Old 04-25-2008, 11:05 AM
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Yes ... I had been warned about credit card fraud in Asia, especially in Thailand. I think I mite go into bank tomorrow and get a printout of recent transactions on my card ... just to be safe that no extra spending has been done on it!!! I was very wary about using it, but in the final days, it became a necessity ... ie. no money left!!!! I will also check all fees on it, cos yesterday they said there was only a $4.00 fee, but no mention of a conversion fee.

Kitty

I dont think there will be a conversion fee on a credit card just bank atm cards used overseas.

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Old 04-25-2008, 11:11 AM
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I dont know about all credit cards but commonwealth bank charge 2.5% on all purchases PLUS a flat fee on $5..
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Old 04-28-2008, 03:17 AM
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Nearly every bank charges 2.5% conversion rate on the amount you want plus a flat fee!! Works out expensive!!!
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