Claire Millard Fintech Content Writer

Claire Millard is a content and copywriter with a specialty in international finance and 10 years experience working in-agency and as a contractor, with some of the most innovative financial service organisations in the world. Her work has featured in The Times and The Telegraph, as well as industry magazines and leading personal finance blogs.

Having lived in 5 different countries over the past 10 years, Claire is particularly interested in helping expats, travellers and anyone else living an international lifestyle to navigate the complexities of managing money across currencies, even if it means spending most of her working life squinting at a screen trawling the Ts&Cs and interpreting bank small print.

Latest articles by Claire Millard

The 6 Best Travel Cards for Italy in 2023

If you’re traveling to Italy, a travel money card can make spending and withdrawing cash when you’re away cheaper and more convenient. Different types of travel money cards, including travel debit cards, prepaid travel cards and travel credit cards, are available to support different customer […]

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The 6 Best Travel Cards for Spain in 2023

If you’re traveling to Spain, a travel money card can make spending and withdrawing cash when you’re away cheaper and more convenient. Different types of travel money cards, including travel debit cards, prepaid travel cards and travel credit cards, are available to support different customer […]

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The 6 Best Travel Cards for the US in 2023

If you live in the US but travel often abroad, a travel money card can make spending in foreign currencies cheaper and more convenient. Travel money cards also have the bonus that they can be cheaper when you shop online with foreign retailers, as there’s […]

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The 6 Best Travel Cards for Japan in 2023

If you’re traveling to Japan, a travel money card can make spending and withdrawing cash when you’re away cheaper and more convenient. Different types of travel money cards, including travel debit cards, prepaid travel cards and travel credit cards, are available to support different customer […]

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Wise travel card review [2023]

Wise travel card review [2023] Getting a travel money card is a smart move when you’re headed overseas. The Wise travel card is linked to a multi-currency Wise account which can hold 50+ currencies, and lets you convert from one currency to another with the […]

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Revolut card review

Revolut card review: All you need to know 2023 Looking for a way to spend and withdraw in the US and beyond with low fees, powerful international features and a digital account packed with perks? Maybe you’ve heard of the Revolut card.Revolut is a financial […]

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How to receive money from overseas using Wise: Complete Guide [2023]

How to receive money from overseas using Wise: Complete Guide [2023] Wise launched in the UK in 2011, and has been on a mission to make it easier, faster and cheaper to send and receive international payments, and access international account services – no matter […]

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AUD card in the US: What are the options? [2023]

AUD card in the US: What are the options? [2023] If you’re planning a trip to Australia you might be wondering about the best way to get an AUD card before you head off to make it easier and cheaper to spend Australian dollars while […]

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MXN card in the US: What are the options? [2023]

Best MXN card in the US [2023] If you’re planning a trip to Mexico you might be wondering about the best way to get a MXN card before you head off to make it easier and cheaper to spend Mexican pesos while you’re away. Using […]

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GBP card in the US: What are the options? [2023]

Best GBP cards in the US [2023] If you’re planning a trip to the UK you might be wondering about the best way to get a GBP card before you head off to make it easier and cheaper to spend pounds while you’re away. Using a […]

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Euro card in the US: What are the options? [2023]

Best Euro cards in the US [2023] If you’re planning a trip to Europe you might be wondering about the best way to get a EUR card before you head off to make it easier and cheaper to spend euros while you’re away. Using a […]

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The 6 Best Travel Cards for Brazil in 2023

If you’re traveling to Brazil, a travel money card can make spending and withdrawing cash when you’re away cheaper and more convenient. Different types of travel money cards, including travel debit cards, prepaid travel cards and travel credit cards, are available to support different customer […]

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The 6 Best Travel Cards for Canada in 2023

If you’re traveling to Canada, a travel money card can make spending and withdrawing cash when you’re away cheaper and more convenient. Different types of travel money cards, including travel debit cards, prepaid travel cards and travel credit cards, are available to support different customer […]

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Top 6 Best Travel Cards for Europe [2023]

If you’re traveling to Europe, a travel money card can make spending and withdrawing cash when you’re away cheaper and more convenient. Different types of travel money cards, including travel debit cards, prepaid travel cards and travel credit cards, are available to support different customer […]

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Wise US Dollar Account Review [2023]

Wise USD Account Review [2023] Wise customers can open a fully digital Wise account with a linked debit card which offers easy ways to hold, send, receive and spend dollars. Plus, as Wise accounts have great international features, you’ll also be able to hold a […]

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Wise Money Transfer Review [2023] – Fees, Speed & How-to

Wise money transfer review 2023 Wise (formerly TransferWise) was launched in 2011 with a mission to make money transfers instant, convenient, and eventually free. By investing in new approaches to moving money across borders, Wise has been able to bring down customer costs over time, […]

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How to top-up Wise in the US 2023

How to top-up Wise account Wise is a popular, low cost service allowing customers to send, hold, spend, exchange and receive 40+ currencies with just a smartphone or laptop. If you’d like to hold a Wise balance ready to spend or send payments at a […]

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5 Best Travel Cards without Foreign Transaction Fees [2023]

5 Best Travel Cards without Foreign Transaction Fees 2023 Do you spend frequently in foreign currencies? Maybe you love to shop online with international retailers, or perhaps you’re a frequent traveler, or you’re living and working abroad. Foreign transaction fees can add 3% or more […]

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Bank of America Foreign Transaction Fees [2023 Guide]

Bank of America Foreign Transaction Fees If you have a Bank of America checking account with a debit card, or if you’ve got a BoA credit card, you might be wondering what Bank of America overseas fees apply when you use your card abroad. This […]

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Capital One Foreign Transaction Fees [2023 Guide]

Capital One Foreign Transaction Fees Capital One has a broad selection of accounts and cards, including credit cards, checking accounts and savings products. There’s no Capital One foreign transaction fee for Capital One credit cards, and no foreign transaction fee for 360 account products – […]

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Remitly vs Xe Money Transfer [Full Comparison 2023]

Remitly vs Xe Money Transfer If you’re looking to send a payment overseas you might be debating whether to use Remitly or Xe Money transfer. Both services cover a wide variety of destination countries, with easy ways to set up transfers online or through the […]

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WorldRemit vs Xe Money Transfer [Full Comparison 2023]

WorldRemit vs Xe Money Transfer [2023] Both WorldRemit and Xe Money Transfer are popular services for sending international payments, with convenient ways to move money to 130+ countries around the world. But which is best for you? Read on for all you need to know […]

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Xe money transfer Safety – 2023

Is Xe Money Transfer safe? Xe Money Transfer has been in existence since way back in 1993, and is now part of Euronet, the third largest provider of international transfers in the world. You can use Xe Money Transfer to send a payment from the […]

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Discover Card Foreign Transaction Fees [2023 Guide}]

Discover Card Foreign Transaction Fees [2023 Guide] Discover offers cash back credit cards, travel credit cards, student and secure credit cards. Each card has its own features and fees – but the good news is that all cards come with no Discover foreign transaction fee […]

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American Express Foreign Transaction Fees [2023 Guide] 

American Express Foreign Transaction Fees [2023 Guide] American Express is a popular card network which issues cards in its own name – and also through banks and credit unions. This guide looks at the cards American Express issues under its own brands and partnerships, with […]

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How to withdraw money from Wise to bank account [2023 Guide]

How to withdraw money from Wise to bank account Wise accounts can be used to receive payments in 10 currencies, and to hold any of over 50 supported currencies. If you’ve got a balance in your Wise account you might want to withdraw it to […]

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N26 vs Revolut [Full comparison 2023]

N26 vs Revolut [2023] Need an account to use overseas? If you’re looking for a way to hold and spend euros easily you might have come across both N26 and Revolut. Unfortunately, N26 now has limited availability and isn’t an option for US based customers. […]

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Monzo vs Revolut [Full Comparison 2023]

Monzo vs Revolut [2023] Looking for an easy way to manage your money on the move? Maybe you’ve heard of both Monzo and Revolut as digital account providers you can open and operate using just your smartphone. But which is best? This guide covers the […]

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Revolut vs Paysera [Full Comparison 2023]

Revolut vs Paysera [2023] Revolut and Paysera both offer international account and transfer services for individual and business customers. But which is best? This guide covers all you need to know, including a look at the features, fees and ease of use of both Revolut […]

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How to use a Wise card abroad – Complete Guide 2023

How to use a Wise card abroad when travelling With a Wise account you can hold and exchange 50+ currencies, send money to 70+ countries, and switch between currencies using the mid-market exchange rate every time. Plus, if you order a linked Wise card you […]

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