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travel money

Don’t let money get in the way of a good holiday. Spend and withdraw abroad, with no fees from us.

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Why Starling’s current account is great for travel

Starling spending notifications when spending abroad

Instant spending notifications.

In real time, and in both currencies. So you always know what you’re spending – and stay fully in control.

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Fee-free spending.

Pay on card or withdraw cash abroad, with no fees from us. We’ll give you Mastercard’s real exchange rate, and won’t add anything on top.

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Adventure-proof tools.

Set aside money for great escapes with Spaces, turn on Round Ups to boost your efforts, and ring fence your holiday budget by spending from a virtual card.

Holiday spending.

But better.

Benefits of travelling with Starling’s current account.

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Friendly human help.

If you’re awake, so are we. Get support in-app 24/7.

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Lost your card?

Lock it in the app with a tap, so it can’t be used. Found it again? Just unlock it.

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Settle payments.

Paid together? Pay friends and family - or get paid back - with Nearby Payments and Split the Bill.

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Flight next week?

Start spending from your digital wallet straight away.

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ATM EU £100 Cost Yes£0
ATM World £100 Cost Yes£0
Debit World £100 Cost Yes£0
Debit EU £100 Cost Yes£0

Data correct as of 7 July 2025

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Not just for travel

Get more from your money with Starling’s simple, award-winning current account. With features such as instant notifications, Spending Insights and Spaces, money management has never been easier. Apply in minutes from your phone.

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Currency calculator

Need to convert GBP to USD or EUR? Use our currency converter below to calculate the exchange rate. We won’t charge you for spending overseas – but do bear in mind that some ATM providers may charge their own fee.

Already in paradise? Use our currency converter on the go. Just go to Cards in the app, then tap on ‘Going abroad?’.

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