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How we picked theseThe lowdown on Finder Score
To qualify for this category, credit cards must:
- Be available to general consumers.
We analyse 250+ credit card products and assess six features, assigning them scores out of 10. Finder Score is weighted according to their importance within the product category.
The methodology is designed by our insights and editorial team. Commercial partnerships carry no weight, all products in the database are scored objectively.
The same card will receive a different score within each category, depending on the features being assessed (e.g.Travel Credit Cards, Balance Transfer),
Our intention is to enable informed financial decision-making without the need to analyse numerous individual data points. Please do consider your own financial circumstances when making a decision.
Finder Score metric assessment - Travel credit cards
| Feature | Definition | Assessment | Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Foreign Exchange Fees | Fees charge on international transactions | Lower fees score higher | 50% |
| Travel Insurance | Complimentary travel insurance | Full score for complimentary insurances | 15% |
| Overseas ATM Fees | Fees charged by card provider to withdraw from international ATMs | Lower fees score higher | 10% |
| Purchase Rate | Interest rate on new purchases | Lower rates score higher | 10% |
| First-Year Fee | Annual fee charged in the first year of ownership | Lower fees score higher. $0 fee receives the maximum points. | 7.5% |
| Ongoing Annual Fee | Annual fee charged from the second year onwards | Lower fees score higher. $0 fee receives the maximum points. | 7.5% |
Number crunching the Finder Score
- 9+ Excellent - These cards offer lower currency conversion fees and relevant perks for travellers like insurance and ATM access.
- 7+ Great - Reasonable cards for travellers, however can potentially charge higher fees.
5+ Satisfactory - While eligible to be used to travellers internationally, these cards may charge currency conversion, overseas ATM withdrawal and ongoing fees. - Less than 5 – Basic - These cards should be used for international purchases only in the event of an emergency.