

Multi Currency Forex Card
Travel Smart.
Spend Smarter.
Smart prepaid card created especially for students who are moving overseas for education. From paying tuition fees to covering day-to-day expenses, this card ensures you have secure and convenient access to funds anytime, anywhere.
Top Benefits
Fast to get. Simple to use.
Lounge Access
Enjoy free airport lounge access with a $2500 load
ATM Withdrawals
Withdraw cash monthly for free with no minimum load
Free ISIC Card
Complimentary ISIC Card worth Rs.999
Free Sim Card
Free sim card with data and talk time
Lounge Access
Minimum Load/New trip reload value of $2500 or equivalent
One complimentary lounge access for each travel journey
Valid at International Airports in India
Minimum booking 48 hours before your flight
SIM CARD
No minimum load required
Complimentary 30 day data plan included
Once scanned, students will be directed to the Uniconnect website where they must book the desired sim plan.
Booking must be 7 days prior to departure.
1 monthly ATM withdrawal free
No minimum load required, this is enabled by default
Valid from 1st day of the month till last day
Does not include waiver of surcharges/local taxes
Free ISIC (International Student Identity Card)
No minimum load required
Provides discounts at over 1.5 lakh merchants worldwide!
Valid for 1 year from date of issuance
Card provided is in digital format
Multi-Currency Advantage
Easily load up to 12 currencies
USD - US Dollar
EUR - Euro
GBP - British Pound
SGD - Singapore Dollar
CAD - Canadian Dollar
CHF - Swiss Franc
AUD - Australian Dollar
JPY - Japanese Yen
AED - UAE Dirham
SAR - Saudi Riyal
THB - Thai Bhat
NZD - New Zealand Dollar
Why Choose Us?
Seamless forex at the best rates, anytime, anywhere.
Safe and secure transactions
Best online rates guaranteed
Doorstep delivery or branch pick-up available
Easily load up to 12 currencies
Safe and secure transactions
Best online rates guaranteed
Doorstep delivery or branch pick-up available
Easily load up to 12 currencies
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Frequently Asked Questions
About the Thomas Cook Student Forex Card
What is the maximum limit I can load on the Study Buddy Forex Card?
You can load up to USD 250,000 (or equivalent) per financial year under RBI's Liberalised Remittance Scheme (LRS).
How many currencies can I load on the card at one time?
You can load up to 12 international currencies on a single Study Buddy Card (e.g. USD, GBP, EUR, JPY, CAD, AUD, SGD, CHF, THB, AED, SAR, NZD).
Can I reload the forex card while I'm abroad?
Yes — the card can be reloaded even when you are overseas. Alternatively, a trusted person in India can reload it by coordinating with Thomas Cook's branch team.
What happens if the card is lost or stolen?
You can block the card immediately through customer service, the mobile app or online portal. Emergency cash assistance (up to USD 500 or equivalent) is available.
How do I check my card balance & transaction history?
You can check via the online portal, the FX Now / mobile app, or via WhatsApp chatbot / customer care.
What is the daily ATM withdrawal limit?
You can withdraw up to USD 1,500 (or equivalent) per day at ATMs globally.
Where can I use the Study Buddy Forex Card?
It works globally — at merchant outlets (POS), online platforms, and ATMs wherever Visa / Mastercard is accepted.
Are there inactivity or hidden charges?
All charges (e.g. for ATM withdrawals beyond the free one, balance enquiry, etc.) are transparently disclosed. There are no unexpected hidden fees.
Can I get back the leftover balance or refund it?
Yes — after completing your studies abroad or when you no longer need the card, you can encash or transfer the remaining balance back to your Indian bank account via Thomas Cook's branch process.
What are the fees & charges applicable on the Study Buddy Card?
Standard charges include:- ATM withdrawal fee after the first free withdrawal (USD / currency-specific) borderlessprepaid.com+2mentoraoverseas.com+2
- Balance enquiry fees
- Currency conversion / cross-currency markup (if transacting in a currency not loaded)
- SIM delivery or activation charges (if applicable)