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Old Dec 7, 2009 | 6:11 am
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Big_Dutch
 
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Originally Posted by jehflyer
Is there any way of getting a smart card to be used in Europe for non phone purchases, such as train tikets and gas?
Prepaying say a $1000 would be a valid option.
I have checked Royal Bank of Canada and Barclay's-must be a resident.
See if your bank or CC company offers a "Visa Electron" card. These are much more readily taken in Europe then regular visa, and other CCs.
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