When traveling abroad, you should notify HSBC in advance. Otherwise, for security reasons, the bank may block your card when you try to make payments overseas in order to protect you from the actions of potential fraudsters.
You can inform HSBC using the following numbers:
- +44 1534-616-212 for HSBC Advance customers
- +44 1534-616-313 for premier customers
, or via the online Live Chat service on the bank’s website
Using HSBC cards abroad, you can count on the following tariffs:
HSBC credit card tariffs:
- 2,99% for purchases
- 2,99% for withdrawals,
Debit card tariffs:
- 2,75% for purchases
- 2,75% for withdrawals, plus 2% cash fee (min 1.75 GBP, max 5 GBP) for non-Premier HSBC accounts
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