Using bank card overseas

HarryHoudini

I have an AIB banklink card with the 'plus' sign on the back, does anyone know if this can be used abroad or do i need to get a cirus card?

skywalker_208

you shouldnt have a problem with that... my standard AIB card worked abroad no probs.. has the Plus sign on the back..

HarryHoudini

Nice one thanks.

BuffyBot

A card with Plus on it can be used in any ATM with VISA or Plus symbol (to be found worldwide) and Link branded machines in the UK

besty

i have just a normal ulster bank dual card. im going to cyprus in a couple of weeks so what will i need to do to get a bank card that works over there? do i have to ring the bank and get a cirrus card or something?

nlgbbbblth

besty wrote:

i have just a normal ulster bank dual card. im going to cyprus in a couple of weeks so what will i need to do to get a bank card that works over there? do i have to ring the bank and get a cirrus card or something?

Dual card only works in Ireland and the UK.

You'll need to upgrade your account from a dual account to a current account and apply for a Servicecard (a.k.a Lasercard). The Servicecard has the Cirrus symbol and works abroad. Depending on your previous account history, income etc, you may qualify for the card or you may not. It works on a credit scoring basis.

You'll need to act fast as it takes approx a week/week and a half to produce new card and in the interim your dual card will not work once your account is converted,

besty

thanks for that ngllllbth
pity, dont think that willl work for me as i am a student so prob wouldnt qualify fot the laser card! looks like it will have to be cash for me on my travels

nlgbbbblth

maybe bring some travellers cheques.
or perhaps one of your friends has a card that they can use abroad.

if so you could lodge money to that before you go and they could withdraw it for you.