Can I use my American credit card to buy something online in euros?????

Question

I want to buy something from the ITunes Store online with my American credit card. I would have to log into ITunes Italia and the prices are all in euros. Can I do it?

Answer 1

Yes, but with most credit cards you will have to pay 2% or 3% extra for the currency conversion.

Answer 2

It depends on the accepted payment options of the on-line business.  Three main factors need to be established:

1) verify with your bank that your card is linked to the international network (some banks "hot card"/freeze cards used at international sites without notifying them before hand.

2) type of payment method: Visa, MasterCard, Amex, Diners Card are usually internationally accepted.

3) Verify the terms for international charges: certain banks waive the 3% fee, others charge a flat amount fee.

To answer your question, check with your issuing bank to verify terms and conditions for using your card internationally.

Answer 3

I don't know about itunes, but any Visa or Mastercard will allow you to buy something in a different currency form, but be aware that your bank may charge you an international transaction fee.

Answer 4

Probably.

I've used my mastercard to buy off of Canada's Amazon web site.  No problem converting the money.  (In one case I was having the item delivered in Canada and this bypassed extra tax issues; in another I was ordering some items not available on Amazon US).