Which countries don't accept my credit or debit card?
Cuba.
Iran.
North Korea.
Russia.
Darfur region of Sudan.
Syria.
Crimea region of Ukraine.
Donetsk region of Ukraine.
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European travelers should always have some cash on hand; getting it from an ATM abroad is usually the easiest, most advantageous way. If you need cash from an ATM, it's usually better to use a debit card, because credit cards often charge a high interest rate for a cash advance.