Asda Travel Money app
Manage your Asda Travel Money Card or top up your travel money on the go via our app.
It’s amazing how so much convenience can be packed into a small, flexible card. The new Asda Travel Money Card is not only handy, it can be the safer way to carry and spend travel money abroad.
- Free contactless payments
- Free ATM withdrawals
- 15 currencies available
- Use anywhere Mastercard™ is accepted
- Manage your card on the go via the app
- No links to your bank account
What is a travel money card?
A travel money card is a hassle-free option to spend money on holiday. You can pre-load your currency onto the card and pay directly with local shop or take money out of the ATM without being charged. You can also load multiple currencies if you’re travelling to a few different places.
And since it’s pre-paid, you can budget for your holiday and keep an eye on your spending without going over your limits. Plus, you can top up on the go as well, whether from the beach or the bar.
How does the Asda Travel Money Card work?
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Buy a card online or in-store
Buy a card online or in-store. You can get a card from a bureau, Click & Collect, or have it delivered to your home.
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Activate your card
Your card will be activated if you pick it up in-store. If your card is delivered to your home, activate it by calling the number on the card.
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Register your card
Register your card online or on your app to manage your account with ease.
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Spend
Spend with your card at millions of locations worldwide, wherever Mastercard® Prepaid is accepted.
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Top up
Top up and manage your card online, over the phone or via the Asda Travel Money Card app.
Which currencies can I load?
Alongside pounds, you can load a variety of foreign currencies to your Asda Travel Money Card including, but not limited to the below.
Also, the following currencies will be available soon! Thai Baht, Hong Kong Dollar, Singapore Dollar, Danish Krone, Norwegian Krone, Hungarian Forint and Icelandic Krona.
- Pound Sterling
- Euros
- US Dollars
- Polish Zloty
- Australian Dollars
- Japanese Yen
- Turkish Lira
- Swiss Francs
- New Zealand Dollars
- Canadian Dollars
- South African Rand
- Mexican Peso
- UAE Dirham
- Czech Koruna
- Swedish Krona
How to get a travel money card
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Buy online
Buy a new card online
The Asda Travel Money Card is an easy, flexible and convenient way to carry your travel money abroad - and it will be delivered directly to your home address. Minimum purchase £350, £3.95 delivery, free when ordering over £500.
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Buy a new card in-store
Purchase our travel money card from an Asda Travel Money bureau the next time you do your Asda shopping, or order online and collect in-store.
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Register an existing card
If you have already got your hands on a card and want to register it, you can do this online
Can I get a Travel Money Card over the counter?
Yes, you can get an Asda Travel Money Card over the counter. Simply drop into one of our Asda Travel Money Bureaux the next time you’re doing your weekly shop.
Am I eligible for a Travel Money Card?
You need to be 18 or over to get an Asda Travel Money Card. We don’t run hard credit checks when you buy a card, and you simply need to provide proof of address and photo identification. Ordering a card is a simple process, whether you do so online or at an Asda Travel Money bureau.
Asda Travel Money Card benefits
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24/7 global assistance for peace of mind
Give us a call day or night if there’s a problem with your card, including if you need to cancel it and order a new one if you’ve lost it or it’s been stolen.
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Load up to 15 currencies
Ideal if you’re travelling to multiple countries on the same trip or planning another trip soon. With up to 15 different currencies, you have the flexibility to use your Travel Money Card in a range of countries around the world.
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Use contactless worldwide
Pay for things directly with your Travel Money Card anywhere that Mastercard ™ is accepted. And you won’t be charged a fee for doing so.
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Free cash withdrawals from {{tt:currencycard-atm-tc}} worldwide
Take cash out of the ATM and avoid charges like foreign transaction fees. This is super handy if you want to pay in cash but don’t want to carry too much on you. You can simply take out what you need from the ATM without being charged.
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Manage your card on the go with the app
Top up, monitor your spending and add new currencies all from our app. It’s super simple to manage.
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Top up via the app, online, or over the phone
You have a choice of topping up using our app, online or giving us a call. Whichever works for you, whether you’re topping up before you travel or during your holiday.
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Keep your money safe
You won’t be carrying too much cash with you, and you’ll keep your money nice and safely loaded on your Travel Money Card.
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No fees when you spend in a currency preloaded to your card
You will not be charged a card processing fee by us if you choose to pay by debit or credit card. However, your card issuer may apply additional charges and we recommend that you check this with them before you buy your travel money.
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Easy to top up whilst abroad
Top up during your holiday using our app, online or over the phone.
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No link to your bank account for fraud protection
Unlike your debit or credit card, the Travel Money Card is not linked to your bank account, providing an extra layer of security against potential financial threats, and reducing the risk that comes with carrying cash.
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Keep your money secure
Add multiple currencies, use a secure PIN to pay for things or withdraw from an ATM, and freeze your card if you lose it. And because it’s not linked to your bank account, it helps reduce the risk of fraud.
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Easy to use
It couldn’t be easier to use our Travel Money Card. Choosing your currency and adding funds to your account is simple to manage in our app, online or over the phone. Pay contactless or withdraw cash from thousands of ATMs across the world.
Fees when using Asda's pre-paid Travel Money Card
The majority of fees when using the Asda Travel Money card are free such as loading and reloading currency onto your card or spending at shops, hotels and restaurants (merchants may charge a fee).
For a full list of fees, please see this link
Top tips on using your card
- Use contactless worldwide - Tap and pay globally anywhere you see the contactless sign (please note: transaction limits are subject to change and different transaction limits will apply in different countries).
- Always choose local currency - When given the option, always choose to pay in the local currency.
- Have a plan B - Take some cash as a back-up option in case your card is lost or stolen.
- Monitor your travel budget - Check your card balance in the app and top-up when you need to.
- Avoid payment holds - Avoid using the card for hotel deposits, car rentals, automated fuel pumps or toll booths as this can temporarily reduce the available balance.
Can I use my debit card as a travel money card?
Yes, you can use your debit card as a travel money card to pay contactless directly with merchants and to withdraw cash from an ATM. But each time you do, some providers charge a foreign transaction fee
By choosing a Travel Money Card, you don’t pay any of these fees.
Top Currency Card FAQs:
- What is the best travel money card?
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There are many different currency cards available, but the Asda Travel Money Card offers the convenience of being able to order online and pick up while you’re getting your weekly shop. It offers safety and convenience over carrying cash or your bank cards while you’re on holiday, and you can top up on the go online or via the app.
- Are travel money cards worth it?
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Travel money cards offer safe and convenient ways to spend while you’re on holiday. As you load up your card with your chosen currency, you don’t need to worry about converting the costs as you go or paying fees on purchases. Using your normal bank card can mean paying fees on each purchase in shops or restaurants.
- What are the disadvantages of prepaid travel cards?
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A pre-paid travel card usage won't be taken into account for a credit history if you are trying to improve it.
- Do you get charged for using a travel money card?
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No, once you load currency onto your card, you’re not charged for paying directly with your card or withdrawing cash from the ATM. You may be charged if you pay in a currency that’s not available on your card. For the full list of fees see this link.
- How do I activate my travel money card?
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Your Travel Money Card is activated as soon as you pick it up in-store. If you ordered one online, you’ll need to activate it by calling the number on the card. The number is 0800 260 0355 or +44 203 284 8395 (from abroad).
- Do you need ID for a travel card?
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When you buy an Asda Travel Money Card, if you’re collecting at a travel money bureau, you’ll need to show the payment card you used to place the order and a valid photo ID - either a valid passport, full UK photographic driving licence (we do not accept provisional driving licences) or National ID Card - EEA member states and Switzerland which matches the cardholder’s details.
For home delivery orders, a signature will be required on delivery.
- Which prepaid card is best for international travel?
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The Asda Travel Money Card is perfect for international travel, as you can load it up with your chosen currency and top up as you go. You won’t have to pay any fees on purchases in shops or restaurants as you do with most bank cards when you spend in a currency loaded on the card, and you don’t have to worry about your bank details being stolen if you lose your card.
- How does my travel money card work?
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Just like any other payment card. You can use it to pay for goods and services all over the world - wherever Mastercard Prepaid is accepted.
Why choose Asda Travel Money?
In partnership with Travelex
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The Asda advantage
Known for putting value for money at the centre of everything we do
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Partner expertise
Who have 40 years' experience, providing currency services in over 26 countries
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Award-winning product
Awarded Gold for Best Travel Money Provider in the Moneynet.co.uk awards
Ready to order?
About our provider, Travelex
We partner with Travelex to bring you some of the most competitive travel money rates on the market. As a well-known travel money provider, Travelex offers a wide range of currencies and outstanding customer service.
By working with Travelex, we make it easy and convenient for you to buy travel money. So, you can enjoy your holiday from the moment you land.
Still need some help? Contact Card Services on 0800 260 0355
Lines are open 24 hours a day. Calls may be recorded and/or monitored.
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Asda Travel Money Card is issued by PrePay Technologies Limited pursuant to license by Mastercard International. PrePay Technologies Limited is authorised by the Financial Conduct Authority under the Electronic Money Regulations 2011 (FRN:900010) for the issuing of electronic money and payment instruments. Mastercard is a registered trademark, and the circles design is a trademark of Mastercard International Incorporated.
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The Asda Rewards price for Asda Travel Money will be preferential compared to the standard rate advertised at your chosen place of purchase (being either online via https://money.asda.com/travel/travel-money/ (Website) or in-store at an Asda Travel Money bureau) on the date of purchase. Asda Rewards prices are only available on the sell rates of currencies in stock on the date of your purchase. When purchasing online, you must enter a valid Asda Rewards number found in the Asda Rewards App or Website to obtain the Asda Rewards price rate. When purchasing in-store, you must show the Asda Rewards barcode found in the app. Asda Rewards pricing available for Asda Travel Money purchases only offers you a more preferential exchange rate, you will not receive or be entitled to any Asda Rewards on your purchase. We reserve the right to withdraw this offer at any time and without prior notice.
Please note that Asda Travel Money Online Services Terms and Conditions are available at https://travelmoney.asda.com/asda/page/termsandconditions.
Asda Travel Money is provided by Travelex Agency Services Limited, registered number: 04621879. Registered Office: Worldwide House, Thorpewood, Peterborough, PE3 6SB