Traveling with an Amex - will I be able to use it widely in Netherlandsor should I carry a backup Visa/Mastercard?
even in cities like Rotterdam and Utrecht, Amex is hit or miss. Tap worked once at a department store, but 90% of the time it was declined. I used Wise Mastercard without problems everywhere.
Used my Amex in Schiphol airport and at a few high-end stores, but nowhere else. Used it once at Rabobank ATM and it was fine. Visa or Mastercard is a must have for daily stuff
yea bring Mastercard for sure. Amex failed at Albert Heijn, some museums, and even train stations. Used it on ING ATM without any problems.
Amex didn’t work in smaller shops or cafes in Amsterdam. I ended up using my Visa debit almost everywhere. Bigger hotels accepted it, but day-to-day? No luck. Definitely bring a backup.
Euronet ATM in the Netherlands (Market Dome, Port Zelande) operated by Euronet. Watch for extra fees. Accepts Visa, Visa Debit, Mastercard. I think it accepts amex too
Both Visa and Mastercard worked at Rabobank ATMs. No trouble. Doubt it accepts amex
Rabobank ATM in Amsterdam was easy to use and worked even late at night. Super convenient. Don t think it accepts amex