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Travelling with crypto: a practical guide for 200+ countries

Your crypto doesn't care which border you've just crossed. Your card shouldn't either. Here's how to travel with Krypkard across the 200+ countries where Visa and Mastercard are accepted.

Before you fly

  • Top up in advance. Send USDT or USDC a day before you travel so your balance is ready when you land.
  • Add the card to your phone. Apple Pay and Google Pay are the fastest way to pay in airports, taxis and hotels.
  • Check your limits in your account, especially if you plan to book hotels or hire a car. Platinum members get higher spending and ATM limits.

On the ground

Pay in the local currency. Your balance converts at the moment you pay, so there's no need to exchange cash at airport kiosks. If you need cash, use any ATM that accepts your card network.

Travel tip: keep your virtual card on your phone and your metal card in a separate place. If one goes missing, freeze it in one tap and keep paying with the other.

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Booking flights and hotels

Use your Krypkard for flights, hotels and car hire. Some hotels and car hire firms place a temporary hold on your card, so keep a small buffer in your balance.

Stay secure abroad

Turn on real-time alerts and check your dashboard after each payment. Never share your card details or authenticator codes, and only use trusted Wi-Fi when you open your account.

Related: the Krypkard crypto card, paying with Apple Pay and Google Pay, Infinite and Black.