Cheapest options for Travel Money
Currently the cheapest options for Travel Money overseas is Citibank Debit Card on their transaction account. It charges you no fees on overseas transactions.
Compare overseas bank transaction fees
Citibank 0% + 0% cash advance fee if getting cash from an ATM
Westpac – 3% + 2% (no cash advance fee if withdrawn from Global Alliance ATMs)
Travel Money Cards
Many companies are now offering these cards but they have a number of fees including conversion fees, cash withdrawal fees and sometimes monthly fees so check out which may offer you the best fees depending on whether you want to use it just for purchases or you want to withdrawal from foreign ATMs.