Displayed currency and the amount your card is charged
The price you see is a convenience conversion; the real charge comes from your card issuer's rate.
Author: eSIMonline Editorial · eSIMonline editorial teamPublished: September 2, 2026Last updated: September 4, 2026
Quick answer
- The currency you pick on site is a display preference; it does not set the rate your bank applies.
- A small gap between the displayed price and the statement line is normal.
We display several currencies so plans are easy to compare, but the payment itself settles in the processor's currency. Your bank then converts at its own rate on the day it posts, which need not match the rate used on screen.
What creates the difference
- Your issuer's exchange rate on the posting date
- The foreign transaction fee some banks add
- Choosing to let a merchant convert for you, which usually gives a worse rate
If a terminal or checkout offers to bill you in your home currency while abroad, think twice: merchant-side conversion is usually more expensive than letting your own bank convert.
Matching a statement line to an order
- Find the order number in your confirmation email
- Compare the transaction date, not the posting date
- If the gap looks wrong, send us the statement line and we will check it against our record
FAQ
Does switching currency actually change the price?+
No. The base price is unchanged; only the display differs, and small variations come from rounding and the conversion rate.
Can I get a receipt in another currency?+
Receipts follow the currency actually charged so they reconcile with your card statement.