Bringing Money Abroad

Eurozone Countries

Remember, if you are travelling within the Eurozone countries (Austria, Belguim, Cyprus, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Luxembourg, Malta, Ireland, Italy, The Netherlands, Portugal, Slovakia, Slovenia and Spain) you do not need to change euro to foreign currency. For countries outside the Eurozone, we can supply your foreign currency needs.

Foreign Currency Notes*

Remember to always bring some local currency with you when travelling. Our branches sell Sterling and US Dollars on demand. For other currencies, you can pre-order your currency by completing the 'Foreign Currency Note Order Form' which is available through ‘Foreign Exchange’ in the ‘Related Information’ section. You should forward your completed order form to one of over 250 branches across the country where you wish to collect the order from. Your order should be placed at least 10 business days in advance of your departure.  AIB offers a suite of 18 currencies most demanded by our customers at very competitive rates. A comprehensive list of ‘Foreign Currencies and Multiple Values’ are also available through ‘Foreign Exchange’ in the ‘Related Information’ section.

Travel Light - use your cards!

It’s never been easier to manage your money when you’re abroad. Alongside the obvious advantages of travelling within the Eurozone, with AIB’s comprehensive range of cards (AIB Credit, AIB Debit and AIB Banklink) you can travel even lighter, knowing you can access your cash from over 370,000 ATM’s worldwide or make purchases at up to 24 million locations across the globe*. Don’t forget to bring some cash for immediate expenses e.g. taxi, public transport, tips, food. Order your foreign currency notes at least ten business days in advance from your local AIB branch. For convenience and peace of mind, make sure to pack an AIB card next time you travel!

AIB Credit Card*^

It is reassuring to know that your credit card is accepted in more than 24 million outlets world-wide. Not only, is it widely accepted but it's also a secure and readily available source of cash, you can withdraw local currency from any ATM abroad carrying the Visa Plus, Visa or MasterCard logo.

AIB Debit and Banklink Cards*^

The AIB Debit Card is a combined payment card which gives you access to ATM and Point of Sale functionality. The AIB Debit Card can be used for purchases wherever you see the Maestro symbol abroad.

You can use your AIB Debit Card (or AIB Banklink Card) for withdrawals from ATMs abroad (up to a daily limit of EUR600) where the Link/Maestro symbol is displayed (Banklink/Link/Visa Plus for Banklink cards). Please note: at some ATM’s abroad, particularly in non European locations, the daily cash withdrawal limit may be reduced to EUR250 or less.

Local ATM limits may also apply.

AIB Phone & Internet Banking

Even though you’ll be in relaxed holiday mode, it’s still reassuring to know that if you need to, you can still access your AIB accounts. With AIB Phone & Internet Banking you can:

• Check the balance on your accounts and your AIB Credit Card
  
• Pay your bills - ESB, Eircom, Bord Gais, ntl, credit card or mobile (O2, Vodafone & Meteor) - or schedule payment if they are due while you’re away
  
• Top Up by Text: It couldn’t be easier to top-up your mobile while you’re away with AIB’s Top Up by Text service – available to all AIB Internet Banking customers. If you’d like to use the service now, or for more information click on the Online Services tab above.
• Transfer funds between accounts and review recent transactions.
  
• Make International Payments online and review recent transactions
• An AIB Code Card is required to carry out certain transactions through AIB Phone & Internet Banking. To order your Code Card please call 0818 724 724 (international +353 1 771 24 24) or for more information click on the Security Centre on the AIB Internet Banking page.

Using AIB Phone & Internet Banking abroad

From abroad call +353 (0)1 771 24 24 or click on AIB Internet Banking in the 'Related Information' section.
Once you know your Registration Number and Personal Access Code, AIB Internet Banking can be accessed from any PC with an internet connection.

Want to register now for AIB Phone & Internet Banking?

Phone 1890 724 724 or click on the Online Services tab above and complete an application form or simply call into your nearest AIB branch with photo ID (passport or drivers licence) and we’ll register you on the spot!

* Charges may apply. Please see ‘Schedule of International Transaction Charges’ in the ‘Related Information’ section.

^ Debit cards are liable to annual Government Stamp Duty. Currently EUR2.50 per card applies where the card is used for either an ATM/In Branch transaction or a Point of Sale transaction and EUR5 per card applies where the card is used for both. Government stamp duty of EUR30 is charged annually per credit card account.

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