what credit card should be used in thailand
Sep 15, 2014, 6:53 pm
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Sep 15, 2014, 10:58 pm
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Whichever logo you use, definitely be sure to take one with no forex fees. Assuming you're USA-based, check this thread for options if you don't already have such a card:
http://www.flyertalk.com/forum/credi...tion-fees.html
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http://www.flyertalk.com/forum/credi...tion-fees.html
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Oct 1, 2014, 10:29 pm
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Most places accept CC. But many (most?) small shops and gold shops will charge you a 3% surcharge for using a CC because that's what they pay for accepting it. Supposedly against CC company rules, but it doesn't matter. They charge it anyway.
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To add some further info, acceptance of credit cards will also decrease as you move out of the large cities / tourist areas.
I would not expect small restaurants or shops to accept them. Also, the convenience stores (7-11, Family Mart) which are everywhere in Thailand do not accept credit cards.
I would not expect small restaurants or shops to accept them. Also, the convenience stores (7-11, Family Mart) which are everywhere in Thailand do not accept credit cards.