Travel Money Card Calculator — Compare Prepaid Currency Cards & Fees

Travel Money Card Calculator

Compare travel money cards and calculate fees with our comprehensive calculator. Find the best prepaid currency card for your trip with exchange rates and fee analysis.

Step 1: Travel Details

Example: 1 GBP = 1.16 EUR

Understanding Exchange Rates

Exchange rates fluctuate daily. Travel cards often offer different rates – some use MasterCard/Visa rates with a markup, while others offer fixed rates. Always check the current rate before loading.

Step 2: Card & Fee Details

Most cards add 1-3% markup to the market rate

About Travel Card Fees

Travel money cards typically charge: exchange rate markup (1-3%), loading fees (0-2%), ATM withdrawal fees (£1.50-£3), and sometimes monthly fees. Some cards offer fee-free ATM withdrawals or better rates for larger amounts.

Travel Card Cost Results

Summary
Card Comparison
Breakdown

Total Foreign Currency Received

€1,131.60
After fees and exchange rate markup
Amount Loaded
£1,000
Exchange Rate
1 GBP = 1.16 EUR
Total Fees
£35.00
Effective Rate
1 GBP = 1.13 EUR

Travel Card Comparison

Card Type Exchange Markup Loading Fee ATM Fee Total Received

Fee Breakdown

Travel Card Cost Formula

Foreign Amount = (Home Amount × (Exchange Rate × (1 – Markup/100))) – Total Fees

To calculate how much foreign currency you’ll receive: Start with your home currency amount, apply the card’s exchange rate (market rate minus markup), then subtract all applicable fees (loading, ATM, monthly). The result is your usable foreign currency balance.

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