What is the best way to pay for things in Iceland?
What is the best way to pay for things in Iceland? Most locals only use card payments instead of cash, and you likely won't run into any small businesses in any of the small Icelandic towns that only take cash, no matter how small your purchase is. Again, for the most convenience, opt to bring your credit and debit cards with you to Iceland and pay that way.
Is there a debit card that doesn t charge foreign transaction fees?
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Is it better to use cash or card in Iceland?
Most locals only use card payments instead of cash, and you likely won't run into any small businesses in any of the small Icelandic towns that only take cash, no matter how small your purchase is. Again, for the most convenience, opt to bring your credit and debit cards with you to Iceland and pay that way.
Will my cell phone work in Iceland?
If you are travelling to Iceland from the United States or anywhere else in the world you will probably need to buy an Icelandic Sim Card. You will also need to make sure that you have an unlocked phone to put it in. Have a chat to your home network provider about international plans first though.
How much cash will I need in Iceland?
No, you don't need any cash in Iceland. And yes, you can pay everywhere by debit or credit card. Note that some places (such as unmanned petrol stations) only accept credit cards with a 4-digit pin.