Travel money

Don’t be a victim of theft and fraud when you’re abroad.

Before you go

• get some local currency - order less common currencies a week in advance
• order a mixture of cash and travellers’ cheques
• write down the numbers on your travellers’ cheques
• write down your credit card numbers and expiry dates – leave a copy at home
• check your credit card is valid in the country you’re visiting
• note your credit card’s emergency cancellation phone number
• take enough money to cover emergencies 

When you’re away

• familiarise yourself with the local currency as soon as you arrive
• don’t carry more money than you need for the day/evening
• if you need to carry a lot of cash ask your partner or friend to carry some for you
• keep a small amount of cash in your wallet and the rest in a secure money belt or inside pocket
• if you have several credit/debit cards, only take one out with you
• leave your cash, cards and travellers’ cheques in a hotel safe – check it is secure
• don't pass on any personal (e.g bank) details unless you are confident the request is genuine as financial scams are becoming increasingly common worldwide.