ANWB Visa Classic vs Revolut Card
Two credit cards for expats in the Netherlands, figure by figure.
Revolut Card is the stronger pick for most expats.
- Monthly fee: €0 vs €2.50/mo
- Foreign transaction fee: None vs 2.00%
| Figure | ||
|---|---|---|
| Monthly fee | €2.50/mo | €0 (better) |
| Foreign transaction fee | 2.00% | None (better) |
| Card network | visa | visa |
| Travel insurance | Not included | Not included |
| Apple Pay | Supported | Supported |
| Card type | Charge card | Debit card |
| Minimum income | €1,500 net a month. From work or pension, plus ANWB membership. | Not stated by the issuer |
| BKR checked when you apply | Yes | Not stated |
| Card registered at BKR | No | Not stated |
| Rate check | Verified 29 October 2026 | Verified 29 October 2026 |
Bold marks the better value in a row. Figures are checked daily against provider sources; each product page shows when its figures were last confirmed.
ANWB Visa Classic
What we like
- 270-day purchase protection
- Low annual fee for Visa
- Apple Pay support
- Fraud insurance included
What to consider
- ANWB membership required
- 2% foreign transaction fee
- No rewards program
- No Google Pay support
Revolut Card
What we like
- No annual fee (Standard plan)
- Interbank exchange rates
- Multi-currency accounts
- Excellent travel features
- €20 welcome bonus
What to consider
- Not a true credit card
- Exchange limits on free tier
- 2% markup on weekends
- Customer support can be slow
Questions
Is ANWB Visa Classic or Revolut Card better for expats in the Netherlands?
Revolut Card is the stronger all-round pick for most expats. Monthly fee: €0 vs €2.50/mo
Which card has lower fees abroad, ANWB Visa Classic or Revolut Card?
Revolut Card is cheaper abroad, with a 0% foreign transaction fee.
Do ANWB Visa Classic and Revolut Card check or register you at BKR?
ANWB Visa Classic: BKR is checked when you apply; the card is not registered at BKR. Revolut Card: The issuer doesn’t say whether it checks BKR; it doesn’t say whether the card is registered.