Do UK debit cards work in Europe?


Do UK debit cards work in Europe? If you have a UK bank account and are going to use your bank card to pay for goods and services while you are in the EU, as well as Iceland, Liechtenstein and Norway (the European Economic Area), you will be able to continue to do so. However, this may now be more expensive now the UK has left the EU.


When using a debit card abroad should I pay in or in local currency?

Research shows that in most cases you can save by opting to spend in the local currency. For example, that would mean choosing euros in Spain or dollars in the US. When you choose to pay in the currency of the region or country you're visiting, Visa or Mastercard will set the exchange rate.


How do you say cash in Italy?

Italian translation of 'cash'
  1. ( coins, notes) soldi mpl ? denaro. in cash in contanti. £200 in cash 200 sterline in contanti. ...
  2. ( immediate payment) to pay cash down pagare in contanti. cash with order/on delivery (business) pagamento all'ordinazione/alla consegna.
  3. ( informal) (money) quattrini mpl.


Is it better to use cash or card in Italy?

In Italy, cash is still preferred in most restaurants, cafes and other establishments, although credit and debit cards are becoming more widely used throughout Italy and are an increasingly convenient way to pay for things. Visa and Mastercard are widely accepted, although American Express is not.


Do you tip in Italy?

If you ask locals “Do you tip in Italy?”, they'll explain that while they sometimes leave a small tip, it's generally not necessary. In Italy, gratuity (or una mancia, pronounced oo-nah MAN-chah) is considered a bonus for exceptional service. And it's not often that you'll find a tip jar at a register.