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What Banks Charge for Debit Foreign Transaction Fees
The fees are often 1% to 3% of the amount of a purchase or ATM withdrawal.
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Foreign transaction fees can add up fast when using your debit card abroad. The fees are often 1% to 3% of the amount of a purchase, and many banks also apply the fee to ATM withdrawals.
Below, we compare the amount financial institutions charge to make an international ATM withdrawal or debit card purchase.
Banks with no debit card foreign transaction or ATM fees
Capital One 360
Capital One’s online bank stands apart from many banks because it doesn’t charge a currency conversion fee or a fee for using a foreign ATM network. If an out-of-network ATM operator charges you a fee, however, it won’t be reimbursed by Capital One 360.
Charles Schwab Bank
This brokerage firm’s banking unit doesn't charge a fee when you use its debit card at an ATM overseas, and it offers unlimited reimbursements for ATM fees from cash withdrawals worldwide, regardless of the network used. And it doesn't charge currency conversion fees for debit card transactions.
HSBC
With an HSBC Premier Checking account, customers pay no foreign transaction fees. HSBC also has a worldwide network of ATMs.
Varo Bank
The mobile-only banking app Varo joins the ranks of other travel-friendly banks. It charges no foreign transaction fees or ATM fees at over 40,000 Allpoint® ATMs. (There is a $3.50 charge on out-of-network and international ATMs.)
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NerdWallet's ratings are determined by our editorial team. The scoring formulas take into account multiple data points for each financial product and service.
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3.2% (3% for transaction and 0.2% for currency conversion).
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3%.
$5.
*Foreign debit card purchase cost refers to foreign transaction fees — often 1% to 3% — and currency conversion fees (if applicable). These fees will typically show up on your monthly statement.
**Foreign ATM withdrawal cost refers to out-of-network ATM fees plus any foreign transaction fees (if applicable).
Note: Some ATM owners tack on their own fee in addition to what your bank may charge. People with premium checking accounts might be eligible for certain fee waivers.
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1%.
1% of amount.
Alliant reimburses up to $20 monthly for out-of-network ATM fees (withdrawal fees only; does not apply to 1% fee), including abroad.
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2.8%.
$3 + 2.8% of amount. Starting August 10, 2026, if your account has a “non-BMO ATM transaction” fee, the bank won’t charge the $3 fee for each non-BMO ATM transfer.
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0.8% or 1%, depending on whether purchase was made in U.S. dollars or foreign currency, respectively.
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1.1% (0.9% for the transaction and 0.2% for currency conversion).
1.1% of amount.
LendingClub reimburses all fees incurred from ATM usage, including internationally (but does not include foreign exchange fees). If a fee isn’t automatically reimbursed, reach out to the bank.
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How do I avoid foreign transaction fees on my debit card?
You may want to consider switching to a bank with no foreign transaction fees. Travelers can also benefit from a credit card that skips these fees, especially if you go abroad frequently.
And no matter where you bank, let your financial institution know where you'll be traveling before you depart to avoid any unwarranted fraud alerts on your account.
Annual Percentage Yield (APY) is accurate as of June 17th, 2025. Start earning 2.50% APY, then qualify to earn 5.00% APY on your balance up to $5,000.00 and 2.50% APY on balances over $5,000 next month by 1) Receiving direct deposit(s) totaling $1,000 or more; and 2) Ending the month with a positive balance in all your Varo Accounts. No fees, no minimums required. Rates subject to change at any time.
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These cash accounts combine services and features similar to checking, savings and/or investment accounts in one product. Cash management accounts are typically offered by non-bank financial institutions.
The Base Annual Percentage Yield (APY) is 3.30% (from program banks) as of 1/30/26 and is subject to change. Eligible new clients can get a 0.75% APY boost over the base APY for 3 months on up to a $150k balance. The Direct Deposit Plus Investing Program from Wealthfront Advisers LLC and Wealthfront Brokerage LLC provides eligible clients a 0.25% APY increase above the base APY on eligible Cash Account balances. Wealthfront may change or end the program at any time and determine eligibility at its discretion. Terms apply. Full details at wealthfront.com/promo-terms. Cash Account offered by Wealthfront Brokerage LLC, Member FINRA/SIPC, and is not a bank. Base APY is representative, variable, and requires no minimum. Individual experiences and outcomes will differ. NerdWallet receives compensation from Wealthfront for referring clients through paid ads, which creates a conflict of interest; NerdWallet is not a client. Investing involves risks. Securities are not bank deposits, bank-guaranteed or FDIC-insured, and may lose value. Investment management and advisory services provided by Wealthfront Advisers LLC, an SEC-registered investment adviser.
Annual percentage yield (variable) is 3.25% as of 12/12/25, plus a 0.75% boost (“APY Boost”) on balances up to $1M for new clients with a qualifying deposit. $10 min deposit for base APY. Terms apply (betterment.com/boost); if the base APY changes, the Boosted APY will change. Cash Reserve offered by Betterment LLC and requires a Betterment Securities brokerage account. Betterment is not a bank. Learn More (https://www.betterment.com/cash-portfolio).
CDs (certificates of deposit) are a type of savings account with a fixed rate and term, and usually have higher interest rates than regular savings accounts.
As of 05/19/2026, the Annual Percentage Yield (APY) of the Certificates of Deposit is up to 4.05%. Your interest rate and APY may change at any time until funding is settled, and penalties may reduce earnings. Settlement date is when funds are received and posted to your account according to our Funds Availability policy, found in section 3 of the Morgan Stanley Private Bank Deposit Account Agreement. The APY is based on no withdrawal of credited interest and no redemption prior to the stated maturity date. Please visit etrade.com/ratesheet for information regarding the current interest rate, corresponding APY, and account terms.
Annual Percentage Yield (APY) is subject to change at any time without notice. Offer applies to personal non-IRA accounts only. Fees may reduce earnings. For CD accounts, a penalty may be imposed for early withdrawals. After maturity, if your CD rolls over, you will earn the offered rate of interest in effect at that time. Visit synchrony.com/banking for current rates, terms and account requirements. Member FDIC.
All Bread Savings APYs are accurate as of 05/21/2026. APYs are subject to change at any time without notice. Offers apply to personal accounts only. Fees may reduce earnings. To open a CD, a minimum of $1,500 is required and must be deposited in a single transaction. A penalty will be imposed for early withdrawals on CDs. At maturity, your CD will automatically renew and earn the base interest rate in effect at that time. Rates are compared against competitor rates published by NerdWallet.com and the institutions themselves as of 05/21/2026. NerdWallet.com obtains the data from the various banks that it tracks and its accuracy cannot be guaranteed.
Annual Percentage Yield (APY). APY may change at any time and fees may reduce earnings. Please visit etrade.com/ratesheet for more information. The $15 monthly account fee can be waived when you maintain an average monthly balance of at least $5,000 in the account on or after the end of the second calendar month from opening the account.