SINGAPORE, Apr 27, 2026 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Travelling overseas often feels exciting until unexpected charges appear on your card statement after returning home. Many travellers from Singapore rely on overseas credit cards for convenience, rewards, and security, but international transactions can sometimes include hidden costs that are easy to overlook. From currency conversion markups to foreign transaction fees, these charges can quietly increase overall travel expenses. Understanding how these charges work can help travellers manage spending better and make more informed payment choices while abroad.Below are practical ways that can help minimise hidden fees when using credit cards overseas while keeping travel spending smooth and predictable.Understand foreign transaction fees before travellingForeign transaction fees are among the commonly overlooked charges linked to overseas spending. Many cards issued in Singapore charge a fee of around 3.25% per foreign currency transaction, which may not seem significant at first glance. However, on a holiday budget of SGD 4,000, this fee alone can add SGD 130 to total expenses without obvious visibility during purchases.Reviewing the fee structure of an overseas card before travelling can help travellers estimate actual costs more accurately. Some cards offer reduced or promotional foreign transaction charges, which can help manage overall travel budgets more effectively. Knowing these details in advance may also help travellers decide when card payments make financial sense compared to alternative payment methods.Consider paying in local currency instead of SGDWhen paying overseas, merchants sometimes offer the option to charge the amount directly in Singapore dollars. This feature, known as Dynamic Currency Conversion (DCC), may appear convenient because it shows the final amount immediately. However, exchange rates used in DCC transactions often include markups, which can exceed standard bank conversion fees.Choosing to pay in the local currency allows the overseas card network to process the exchange instead. Card networks typically apply more competitive rates compared to merchant-set conversions. Over multiple transactions, such as dining, shopping, and transport, this can help reduce unnecessary markups.Check card currency conversion ratesExchange rates used by card issuers fluctuate daily and may differ slightly from rates seen on currency apps or news platforms. While the difference per transaction might appear minor, frequent purchases abroad can still affect total spending. For example, a 1% difference on SGD 2,500 worth of spending can translate into roughly SGD 25 in additional costs.Reviewing how an overseas card calculates exchange rates can provide better transparency. Some banks publish their rate calculation methods, allowing travellers to estimate expected charges more accurately.Avoid overseas ATM withdrawals when possibleWithdrawing cash abroad using a credit card can trigger multiple layers of fees simultaneously. These may include cash advance fees, overseas ATM operator charges, and immediate interest accrual starting from the withdrawal date. In Singapore, cash advance fees commonly range between 6% and 8% of the withdrawn amount, with minimum charges around SGD 15.Using an overseas card mainly for purchases rather than cash withdrawals can help reduce these compounded costs. Carrying a modest amount of exchanged currency from Singapore or using debit-based solutions for cash needs may help travellers avoid high-interest situations linked to credit card withdrawals overseas.Watch for hotel and car rental pre-authorisation chargesHotels and car rental companies frequently place temporary holds on credit cards as security deposits. These pre-authorisation amounts can be significant depending on location and booking type. Although not permanent charges, they temporarily reduce available credit limits and sometimes involve conversion adjustments once released.Understanding how pre-authorisation works can help travellers avoid confusion when reviewing statements. Using an overseas card with sufficient credit limits may reduce the likelihood of declined transactions during travel. Checking release timelines with merchants can also help travellers track when funds become available again after checkout.Choose a Travel Credit Card designed for overseas spendingNot all credit cards function the same way internationally. Some overseas card options available in Singapore include travel-focused features, such as lower foreign currency fees, travel rewards, or complimentary insurance coverage. These features can help offset certain costs associated with overseas spending when used strategically.Comparing card benefits based on travel frequency, spending habits, and destinations can help travellers identify options aligned with their lifestyle. A well-matched overseas card may also offer added value through rewards or travel-related privileges, making international spending more predictable overall.Final thoughtsFor Singapore travellers, using an overseas card thoughtfully, alongside awareness of currency conversion practices and transaction structures, can help make international payments more transparent. With a few informed habits, overseas spending can remain convenient while reducing the likelihood of unexpected costs appearing after the journey ends.Disclaimer: This content is published by iQuanti Singapore Pte. Ltd., an external marketer engaged and compensated by UOB Ltd.Contact Information:Name: Sonakshi MurzeEmail: Sonakshi.murze@iquanti.comJob Title: ManagerSOURCE: iQuanti Copyright 2026 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com

HONG KONG, Apr 27, 2026 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - China Chunlai Education Group Co., Ltd. ("China Chunlai" or the "Company", together with its subsidiaries and its consolidated affiliated entities, the "Group", Stock Code: 1969) is pleased to announce the unaudited consolidated interim results of the Group for the six months ended 28 February 2026 (the "Reporting Period").For the Reporting Period, the Group continued to increase the number of students enrolment, and recorded a revenue of RMB956.3 million, representing an increase of 7.4% compared with the same period of last year; gross profit recorded RMB511.6 million, representing an increase of 2.4% compared with the same period of last year; profit recorded RMB429.8 million, representing an increase of 5.7% compared with the same period of last year.During the Reporting Period, the Group recorded tuition fees of RMB874.1 million, representing an increase of 7.4%, boarding fees recorded RMB82.2 million, representing an increase of 6.9%. Besides, the revenue of Group's schools increased: Anyang University recorded a revenue of RMB232.5 million, representing an increase of 12.3% compared with the same period of last year; Jingzhou College recorded a revenue of RMB191.7 million, representing an increase of 12.0% compared with the same period of last year; Jiankang College recorded a revenue of RMB76.1 million, representing an increase of 10.5% compared with the same period of last year; Shangqiu University Kaifeng Campus recorded a revenue of RMB138.0 million, representing an increase of 6.1%;Shangqiu University recorded a revenue of RMB217.7 million, representing an increase of 5.8% compared with the same period of last year.As of 28 February 2026, the number of students enrolled was 116,784, representing an increase of 5.3% compared with the same period of last year. Among which, Jingzhou College had a total enrollment of 21,643, representing an increase of 11.0% compared with the same period of last year; Jiankang College had a total enrollment of 10,808, representing an increase of 10.2% compared with the same period of last year; Anyang University had a total enrollment of 28,897, representing an increase of 9.4% compared with the same period of last year; Shangqiu University Kaifeng Campus had a total enrollment of 16,280, representing an increase of 4.8%;Shangqiu University had a total enrollment of 27,051, representing an increase of 1.8% compared with the same period of last year.The educational philosophies of the Group’s schools and well-developed curricula as well as its high graduate employment rates enable the Group to attract high-quality students who are seeking a pathway to satisfactory employment. For the 2025/2026 school year, the overall yield of five colleges that offer bachelor’s degree programmes (being Shangqiu University, Shangqiu University Kaifeng Campus, Anyang University, Anyang University Yuanyang Campus and Jingzhou College) was 91.55%.The Board of China Chunlai Education Group Co., Ltd. said: “In recent years, private higher education in China has continued to improve, and the number of students in schools has continued to increase. We have seized the opportunity to continuously improve and optimize the curriculum system, build an excellent teacher team, strive to expand the enrollment scale, and promote sustained and steady growth in performance. In the future, we expect to enlarge the capacity of the colleges progressively, continue to increase the total number of enrolled students, and hire teachers with a strong command of their respective subject areas who are open to innovative teaching methods and a caring heart toward students’ well-being, and continuously improve the high-quality curriculum system. With Tianping College becoming a consolidated affiliated entity of the Company, our future performance is expected to maintain steady growth.”About China Chunlai Education Group Co., Ltd.:China Chunlai Education Group Co., Ltd. (1969.HK), is a leading provider of private higher education in China. In September 2018, the Group was listed on the main board of the Hong Kong Stock Exchange. Since the Group was established in 2004, it has grown to operate four colleges in Henan Province and two colleges in Hubei Province, participate in the operation of one college in Jiangsu Province. For the past two decades, the schools under the Group have provided tens of thousands of graduates and talents for construction for the country and socialist society. With a strong passion for education, the Group has seen continuous improvements in educational standards across its curriculum. The Group’s unique educational traits and overall excellence have been widely accredited by authorities and society. Copyright 2026 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com