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If buying from Europe online using PayPal is it usually better to go with your debit card exchange rate rather than Paypal exchange rate?.
Posted : 19/08/2015 8:18 pm
paypal was 1.36 yesterday, dunno what debit card would be, but natwest CC always charge me a fee, so do all my european bike stuff through PayPal
Posted : 19/08/2015 8:24 pm
The Paypal exchange rate is usually a bit rubbish. Your debit card probably has a better rate.
But check if your bank charges you a non-sterling transaction fee.
I have a Halifax debit card, which has a £1.50 fee. I calculated the difference a while ago - seems its best using the Paypal conversion for less than about £50. For more than that, better paying in euros on the card.
Posted : 19/08/2015 8:32 pm
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Brilliant cheers.
Posted : 19/08/2015 8:40 pm