hey all
yes i've read this post already (https://www.ozbargain.com.au/node/658793) , but it's over 2 years old. and I want to know if this is still happening recently.
i have an Australian credit card that I want to use and get bonus reward points. on Ali Express they have option to pay directly with card (can choose AUD/USD/EUR currency) or with Paypal. i'm guessing paying directly will definitely hit me with the international fee but not sure about Paypal.
my question is: if I pay with Paypal in AUD, will it be considered as an international transaction? has anyone tried this recently?
thank you
With a card that charges international transactions it will because AliExpress is not located in Australia. Furthermore letting PayPal so the AUD exchange rate will result in an inflated rate.
I personally use a Coles Rewards Credit Card. I set AliExpress to USD, change the currency options during PayPal Checkout to USD so I get the Mastercard rate and earn Flybuys points. With cashback I get even more bang for buck.