Do I need to notify Amex when I travel?
Do I need to notify Amex when I travel? You do not need to notify us before you travel. However, for your protection, please ensure your mobile phone number and email address is up-to-date with us in case we need to contact you. This will allow you to receive instant notifications and identify suspicious charges on your Card as quickly as possible.
Why is Amex not accepted internationally?
The different fees often make or break a deal for a merchant. This is why many merchants, especially small businesses, don't accept American Express. American Express' interchange fee is just too high. Providers like Visa and Mastercard charge between 1.15% and 2.5%, while Amex charges merchants between 1.43% and 3.3%.
Do taxis in Spain take Amex?
If the taxi does accept credit cards then ensure that you have a visa card as all credit card terminals will process visa (and usually MasterCard) AMEX is not generally accepted as this requires a special contract with the credit card supplier.
Do I need to notify my bank when I travel?
Generally, you should tell your bank the locations you are traveling to and the dates/duration of your travels. This will allow you to continue using your credit cards and debit cards without the fraud detection on your accounts being triggered, preventing you from using your cards.