I was told to get euro's when I get to Dublin using my debit card at a cash machine. How do I get Euro's if the card is a Star mastercard? I see plus cards can be used, but what other options do I have?
2007-12-13 05:43:22 · 6 answers · asked by sqeeklib 1 in Travel ➔ Ireland ➔ Dublin
It is possible to withdraw money anywhere here in Dublin, if you have Maestro/Cirrus/Visa Electron and normal Mastercard/Visa. Not sure about AMEX. But DO check with you bank how much they charge of "foreign currency transaction fee" rip-off. It might be worth getting your € in the USA beforehand, unless you are coming loaded... :-D
2007-12-13 08:10:55 · answer #1 · answered by brasiedub 2 · 2⤊ 0⤋
I usually go to an American Express Travel Agent to get some EURO in my hand. Most american banks do not keep EURO for exchange on hand. Forget the Travelers Checks they rather use the ATM or have EUROs in Ireland - All american ATM cards work in Ireland just be aware of the difference in the EURO and dollar so you don't overdraft your account; Also if you are allowed to get 500 in US with your ATM in Ireland you will only get 300 EURO in IReland banks because of the banks in Ireland. You can go to to see what the exchange is
http://www.xe.com/ucc/
2007-12-13 22:09:37 · answer #2 · answered by Blessed 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
This is the best way to go. My family live in different parts of Europe and I go there at least once a year. I always use my A.T.M card or credit card to take money out. Call your bank or credit card company as they may have to be notified that you will be outside the U.S as they may assume your card is stolen and put a freeze on it. You can use a debit card with your pin at any bank machine, but go into the bank with your credit card. Good luck!
2007-12-13 14:18:56 · answer #3 · answered by Jacqueline A 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It just asks you how much you want in Euros, that's all, and the exchange rate is automatically charged to your bank account in the US. Check with your bank to see if the card can be used in Ireland. I could use my Irish ATM card in places like Hungary and the Czech Republic to get their local currencies without any problems.
2007-12-13 13:48:56 · answer #4 · answered by Orla C 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Mastercard is accepted at all cash machines. And most shops/bars/restaurants take credit card so you won't need to carry around too much cash anyway.
2007-12-14 14:16:13 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
you will be fine ; call your own bank to verify!
2007-12-13 13:47:47 · answer #6 · answered by rlawr52 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋