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Traveling internationally is exciting, but managing money abroad can be difficult. Carrying large amounts of cash, dealing with exchange counters, and paying commission fees can be stressful.

No matter if you are traveling for a holiday, work, school, or other reasons, our travel card is the best way to manage your payments. You can book hotels, shop at duty-free stores, and enjoy rides with our card. It also helps you buy tickets for excursions and travel activities from your hotel room, home, or anywhere. Use our travel card and enjoy, while we ensure secure transactions so you can focus on your experience.

For students traveling abroad, paying at stores, coffee shops, and other important places can be tough, until they set up a local bank account. Our card offers the perfect financial solution for this transition, ensuring hassle-free and secure payments wherever needed.

Our NIC ASIA’s International Pre-Paid Dollar Card is the perfect solution. It offers a secure, simple, and hassle-free way to access funds and make payments while traveling abroad. This blog explores the key features, benefits, eligibility criteria, and how to apply for this must-have travel card.

What Makes NIC ASIA’s International Pre-Paid Dollar Card a Must-Have for Travelers?

Here’s why our International Pre-Paid Dollar Card should be your go-to option for international travel:

  1. Easy Cash Withdrawals: Access cash from over 1,000,000 VISA ATMs globally (except Nepal, India, and Bhutan).
  2. Seamless Purchases: Use the prepaid card to make purchases at any VISA merchant outlet through POS machines. Widely accepted around the world, this card is perfect for everything from hotel stays and shopping to transportation. It is the ideal solution for all your payment needs while traveling, in transit, or anywhere else.
  3. International Online Purchases: Use the card to make online transactions in USD currency for goods and services without stress.
  4. Tap-and-Pay Feature: Enjoy quick and easy POS transactions with the tap-and-pay feature. Abroad, contactless payment is the preferred method. With our card’s contactless payment feature, you can easily tap and pay, meeting international standards. You can also use this card for metro and bus services.

Key Benefits of the International Pre-Paid Dollar Card

The NIC ASIA International Pre-Paid Dollar Card offers a range of benefits to make your travels smoother:

  1. No Cash Hassles: Say goodbye to carrying large sums of cash. The card lets you access funds with ease, reducing the risks.
  2. Secure Transactions: Perform USD transactions securely without worrying about exchange commissions.
  3. Global Reach: Use the card anywhere VISA branded cards are accepted, making it a versatile solution for your travels.
  4. Easy Spending Tracking: Monitor your expenses easily through NIC ASIA’s online banking or mobile app. You will receive real-time email alerts for every transaction, giving you security and assurance.
  5. Long-Term Validity: The card is valid for five years, ensuring it’s a long-term solution for your travel needs.
  6. Lost or Stolen Card Protection: If your card is lost or stolen while traveling, simply contact NIC ASIA right away. We will block the card and protect your funds, ensuring your peace of mind during your travels.

Customers can add this card to the NIC ASIA Mobile Banking app, where they can view their remaining balance and block the card in case of an emergency directly from the app.

How much can you spend?

Managing your transactions abroad is easier with the following daily, per transaction, and monthly limits:

Transaction Type Per Transaction (USD) Per Day (USD) Per Month (USD)
ATM Withdrawals

1,000

2,500

2,500

POS Transactions (With PIN)

2,500

2,500

5,000

POS Transactions (Contactless)

500

1,000

5,000

E-Commerce Transactions

2,000

2,000

2,000

These limits ensure secure, flexible, and controlled spending, making it convenient to manage your finances while traveling.

Fees & Charges: Applicable as per NIC ASIA’s STANDARD TARIFF OF CHARGES (STC).

    • – Card Issuance Fee: NPR 1,500
  • – Cash Load Fee: NPR 500

You will receive your card for a total of NPR 2,000.

There are NO cross-border charges for every transaction made at a POS terminal. This card offers excellent value compared to other cards available in the Nepali market.

Who Can Apply?

The NIC ASIA International Pre-Paid Dollar Card is available to:

Who Can Apply:

– All individual account holders of NIC ASIA Bank.

Required Documents:

– A passport with a valid VISA.
– A confirmed air ticket for international travel.

How to Apply for the NIC ASIA International Prepaid Dollar Card?

  1. Visit a Branch: Simply visit your nearest NIC ASIA Bank branch and get assistance.
  2. Complete the Form: Provide your personal and account details in the application form.
  3. Submit Documents: Include your passport with valid VISA and confirmed air ticket.
  4. Collect Your Card: Once approved, collect your card from the nearest NIC ASIA Bank branch.

Why NIC ASIA Stands Out?

NIC ASIA Bank has built a strong reputation as a trusted financial service provider, especially for international travelers. We offer several benefits to make the NIC ASIA International Pre-Paid Dollar Card even more attractive:

  1. No Annual Fees: Enjoy no annual fees for e-commerce services.
  2. Free Registration: Apply for the card with no registration fee.

Join the growing community of travelers who trust NIC ASIA cards for their international transactions.