Study Away
Money Matters
Credit/Debit Cards
- Make sure card is Visa or Mastercard
- Online banking makes money managing easier
- Notify your bank that you will be using your cards abroad
- Make sure you have a four digit pin number
- Leave copies of card contact and account information with parents in case lost or stolen
- Check into fees for international use
Budgeting
- Set a budget for traveling
- Examine your spending habits and budget accordingly
Currency:
- Spain, Ireland, France, Germany and Italy: Euro
- England: Pound
- Japan: Yen
- Costa Rica: Colones