Travel cards are becoming more popular. They are more secure than carrying huge amounts of cash and are becoming increasingly popular among vacationing families. They are also quick to use, easy to top-up when overseas, and typically give a better exchange rate than buying money face-to-face at a branch, making them the preferred choice for clever travelers.
Post Office is an ideal option when it comes to travel money, with a prepaid card that can be loaded with up to 13 currencies and spent everywhere you see the MasterCard logo. But how does the Post Office travel card operate, and is it worth having one?
Below, you’ll find out about how you can order, activate and use the Post Office travel card. So, stay tuned as we kick things off!
Ordering Your Post Office Travel Card
You can get a travel card from any Post Office. Some offices will provide you with a travel card right away. If they can’t, they’ll mail you one, which should arrive in four to six days. You must present your driver’s license or passport to the counter staff. They will also verify your address. If they cannot verify your residency, you may be required to present further identification before you may use your card.
You may also apply for one online and receive it in four to six days. You must submit your personal information, passport or driving license number, and credit or debit card information. You’ll also be asked if the Post Office can verify your address. If they are unable to verify your address, you may be required to apply in a branch.
Activating Your Post Office Travel Card
Before you can use your travel card, you must first activate it. You will then be given a PIN and a six-digit access code. Activation can be done using the free Post Office Travel app, which is available for download today from the Apple App Store or Google Play. The app allows you to top up, manage your spending, view your balances, and freeze your spending. Activation can also be done by dialing their automated line on +44(0) 20 7937 0280.
Using your Post Office Travel Card
You may use your Post Office travel card everywhere that takes MasterCard, online and at ATMs. If you’re buying something in person, you’ll need to enter your PIN. If you live in a country where Chip and Pin isn’t widely available (such as the United States), the store will instead ask you to sign to confirm your purchase.
Likewise, contactless payments for minimal sums may be possible. However, various countries have different policies regarding this. In addition, you can only make three contactless payments in a row.
Wrapping It Up
If you’re traveling and want to keep your money safe, the Post Office travel card can come in handy. Paying in local currency is quick and simple, especially now that contactless payments are gaining popularity throughout the world. Furthermore, you can only spend what’s on it, thus it might help you budget.
