| Fee Type | Typical Charge (as of 2025) | |----------|-----------------------------| | Foreign transaction fee | 2.75% – 3.50% of ZAR converted amount | | International ATM withdrawal fee | R70 + 1.25% of withdrawal amount | | Currency conversion fee (if not ZAR) | Included in the foreign transaction fee | | Cross-border service fee (Swaziland, Lesotho, Namibia) | Lower, but still applies |
To authorize your Nedbank credit card for international use, you can follow these steps:
The easiest way to manage your card settings is through the Nedbank Money app : nedbank authorise credit card for international use
: Click the "Cards" tab at the top of the screen.
By default, Nedbank credit cards are set to only allow transactions within South Africa. If you try to make a transaction abroad, your card may be declined. To avoid this inconvenience, it's essential to authorise your credit card for international use. This will enable you to make transactions globally, whether you're traveling, shopping online, or paying for services. | Fee Type | Typical Charge (as of
: Review the details and tap "Submit" to activate the authorization. How to Authorise via Nedbank Online Banking
: Select the card you wish to activate for travel. To avoid this inconvenience, it's essential to authorise
: Tap on the "Cards" icon at the bottom or find it in the menu.
: Be aware of foreign transaction fees or currency conversion charges (usually a percentage of the transaction) that apply to standard credit cards.