Trying to avoid paying crazy ATM fees while traveling in Montserrat. Anyone found ATMs that are free for foreign cards? Would love specific banks or locations if possible.
I found that the Bank of Montserrat ATM in Brades was reliable but charged a withdrawal fee for foreign cards, usually around $5, which isn’t terrible but not free either. The daily withdrawal limit was reasonable, around $400 to $500. For travelers on a budget, carrying cash from nearby countries helped reduce ATM usage and fees.
Montserrat is pretty small and ATMs are limited. Bank of Montserrat offers the main ATM and it accepts foreign cards but charges fees that can add up quickly. I’d recommend travelers plan their cash needs carefully to avoid too many withdrawals. If you're visiting nearby islands, try to withdraw cash there for free or lower fees.
I stayed mainly in Brades and used the Bank of Montserrat ATM with my Visa debit. Fees were a bit on the high side, but I didn’t find any free ATM options. The bank’s withdrawal limit was around $500 per day, which worked for me. If possible, stock up on USD cash before arrival because some local shops and taxis might not take cards.
On Montserrat, the only real ATMs I found were at The Bank of Montserrat in Brades and Plymouth before the volcano eruption. They accept foreign cards like Visa and Mastercard, but fees aren’t really waived here-expect around $5 per withdrawal. Daily withdrawal limits were about $500. If you’re on a budget, bring cash from nearby islands like Antigua or Guadeloupe since Montserrat’s ATM options are limited.