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skiingsailor Jul 9th, 2013 09:52 AM

UK Cashpoint daily limit
 
We will be visiting the UK (England, specifically) in September. Can someone advise the daily cash limit for withdrawal at ATM/cashpoint machines? I know how much I can withdraw according to my US bank, but wonder what the daily amount is in the UK.

PatrickLondon Jul 9th, 2013 10:19 AM

Doesn't it depend on the rules set by your bank for the account you're drawing money out of?

sofarsogood Jul 9th, 2013 10:31 AM

The daily limit is set by your bank.

The typical UK bank account would have a limit of £300. I know of accounts that have a £750 limit. Others accounts may be higher. But your bank sets the limit: if you're lucky enough to have a limit that could empty the machine, just go to another machine.

MymsMan Jul 9th, 2013 11:09 AM

If you start withdrawing large sums of money from foreign cash machines it may trigger your banks fraud detection systems especially if you don't normally take out large amounts. Warn them of your travel plans in advance.

Why do you think you will need close to the limit, most UK businesses are happy to take cards for even quite small amounts.

Rubicund Jul 9th, 2013 12:00 PM

It depends on the limit set on your card. If you have a £1500 daily limit and the ATM you visit has a £300 limit, 5 separate transactions will be allowed.


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