Claire Millard Fintech copy and content writer

Claire Millard is a content and copywriter with a specialty in international finance and 10 years experience working in-agency and as a contractor, with some of the most innovative financial service organisations in the world. Her work has featured in The Times and The Telegraph, as well as industry magazines and leading personal finance blogs.

Having lived in 5 different countries over the past 10 years, Claire is particularly interested in helping expats, travellers and anyone else living an international lifestyle to navigate the complexities of managing money across currencies, even if it means spending most of her working life squinting at a screen trawling the Ts&Cs and interpreting bank small print.

Claire's latest articles

Comparison
Wise vs YouTrip

Detailed YouTrip vs Wise comparison covers all you need to know about their international transfers, fees, cards and exchange rates.

Review
Wise travel card review

You can open a Wise multi-currency account, and get a linked Wise travel debit card in Malaysia. Read our complete review on fees, limits and how-to use.

Guide
Revolut Alternatives in Malaysia

Revolut is currently not available in Malaysia. In this guide, we covered 5 alternatives for multi currency accounts, debit cards and international transfers.

Review
Wise USD Account Review

Are you interested in opening a USD account in Wise? This comprehensive review is for you. We covered fees, limits, exchange rate and the how-to.

Comparison
Wise vs MAE

Detailed MAE vs Wise comparison covers all you need to know about their international transfers, fees, cards and exchange rates.

Comparison
Wise vs Merchantrade money

Detailed Merchantrade vs Wise comparison covers all you need to know about their international transfers, fees, cards and exchange rates.

Comparison
Wise vs Revolut

Detailed Revolut vs Wise comparison covers all you need to know about their international transfers, fees, cards and exchange rates.

Guide
6 Best Travel Money Cards for Australia - 2023

Planning a trip to Australia? Check out our selection of the 6 best travel money cards, offering competitive rates and easy access to funds for a smooth journey

Guide
6 Best Travel Money Cards for Europe - 2023

Planning a trip to Europe? Check out our selection of the 6 best travel money cards, offering competitive rates and easy access to funds for a smooth journey

Review
Wise money transfer review 2023

Wise offers money transfers to 70+ countries, with low & transparent fees, using the mid-market exchange rate. Read our full review to learn more.

Guide
Best virtual debit cards: what are the best options in Malaysia?

Looking for virtual cards? This guide is for you. We looked at 5 popular providers, and their virtual cards.

Guide
5 Best Travel Cards with low or no Foreign Transaction Fees in Malaysia

Finding a travel card without high foreign transaction fees can be hard. In this guide, we explored 5 cards with low and no transaction fees.

Guide
International bank transfer fees

Looking to send an international transfer? In this guide, we covered fees applied, exchange rates and more.

Guide
How to withdraw money from Wise to bank account

Looking to withdraw money from Wise? This guide is for you. We explored different options, and explained them in detail.

Guide
How to open a Wise account in Malaysia [2023]

Interested in opening a Wise account? This guide covers everything you need know on fees, verification and how to setup a Wise account.

Guide
How to open an international bank account in Malaysia [2023]

International bank accounts allow to you to hold multiple currencies in one account. In this detailed guide we explored 5 international accounts in Malaysia.

Guide
How to use a Wise card overseas when travelling 2023

Are you planning to travel overseas with Wise card? This guide covers all you need to know on fees, exchange rates, ATM withdrawals and spending.

Guide
How to get a Wise card in Malaysia [2023]

Looking to get a Wise card in Malaysia? This guide covers all you need to know on how to open an account, card fees and how to activate your card.

Guide
How Long Does an International Money Transfer Take?

Looking to send money overseas from Malaysia? International transfer speed can vary based on the amount and the method. Read our article to learn the fast methods.

Review
Using BigPay Card in Malaysia

Interested in BigPay Card? This review covers all you need to know: fees, withdrawal, international use and other alternatives.

Guide
PayPal international transfer

PayPal International Transfer 2023

Guide
Best digital banks in Malaysia in 2023

Are you looking for a digital bank? This guide is for you! We covered 3 digital banks with their fees, cards, accounts, safety and international transfers.

Guide
4 Best Banks for International Money Transfers

Looking to make an international transfer? In this guide we covered 4 banks, and 2 online alternatives that you can use for international money transfers.

Guide
SWIFT transfers: fees, duration, and alternatives

Looking to make an international transfer? Read our comprehensive guide to learn about SWIFT, how to avoid high fees and some cheaper alternatives.

Comparison
Wise vs PayPal

Detailed Wise vs PayPal comparison covers all you need to know about their fees, safety and exchange rates on international money transfers.

Guide
What is a wire transfer?

A wire transfer, simply known as bank transfer, is an electronic method of sending money between two banks. Find out how it works, the fees, and its speed here.

Guide
PayPal Fees

PayPal may not be the best for international transcations due to high fees & rates. Read our guide to learn PayPal fees and cheaper alternatives.

Guide
How to top-up PayPal account in the Malaysia

Using PayPal in Malaysia? Read our full guide to learn the best ways to add money to your account, and some alternatives you can use instead of PayPal.

Guide
How to open a fee free bank account in Malaysia 2023

Read our detailed guide on how to open a fee-free bank account in Malaysia – required documents, eligibility criteria and best options.

Guide
How to Open a Bank Account Online

Read detailed guide on how to open an online bank account in Malaysia, including fees, options and the how-to.

Guide
5 Best International Money Transfer Apps in Malaysia

Looking to transfer money overseas? Learn about the best international money transfer apps in Malaysia with this comprehensive guide.

Guide
Best Ways to Pay Foreign Contractors

Working with a foreign contractor? Read our full guide to learn the best ways to make payments to international contractors, and how to pay them.

Comparison
Wise vs CurrencyFair

Detailed Wise vs CurrencyFair comparison covers all you need to know about their fees, safety and exchange rates on international money transfers.

Comparison
BigPay vs Wise Comparison for Malaysia 2023

Detailed BigPay vs Wise comparison covers all you need to know about their debit cards, international transfers, fees, and exchange rates.

Review
BigPay Review

This full BigPay review covers all you need to know including fees, whether it’s safe to use, how fast it is, how to use it to send money, and more.

Guide
How to Send Money Internationally from Malaysia

Your complete guide on how to send money overseas from Malaysia, including fees, exchange rates, whole process and cheaper options.

Guide
Public Bank International Transfer

Read detailed guide on international money transfers with Public Bank to learn more on fees, exchange rates, speed, and how to send money overseas.

Guide
Travel cards: What are the best options in Malaysia? 2023

Find the best travel cards in Malaysia for spending overseas. Compare their fees, rates and choose the international card for your needs.

Guide
Best Multi-Currency Account in Malaysia

If you travel often, send money or receive payments in multiple currencies, a multi currency account may help. Click to learn best multi currency accounts.

Guide
Best Ways to Receive Money Internationally

If you are receiving payments from overseas, read our article to learn the best ways to receive internationally in Malaysia.

Guide
Hong Leong Bank International Transfer

Read detailed guide on international money transfers with Hong Leong Bank to learn more on fees, exchange rates, speed, and how to send money overseas.

Guide
Maybank International Transfer

Read detailed guide on international money transfers with Maybank to learn more on fees, exchange rates, speed, and how to send money overseas with Maybank.

Guide
How to Open a Bank Account in Singapore

Read our detailed guide to learn how to open a bank account in Singapore - documents, fees and international transfers. Also, which is the best account?

Guide
How to Open a Bank Account in Malaysia

Read our detailed guide to learn how to open a bank account in Malaysia - documents, fees and international transfers. Also, which is the best account?

Guide
Is Western Union Safe?

Western Union safety review covers all you need to know about WU safety on overseas money transfers, keeping money and for sending large amounts.

Guide
Is WorldRemit Safe?

WorldRemit offers fast and convenient money transfers to overseas. Read our detailed safety review to learn more about WorldRemit's safety.

Guide
WorldRemit Review

With WorldRemit you can send money safely and cheaply in 70+ currencies, to over 130 countries. Read our review to learn more about WorldRemit.

Comparison
Wise vs WorldRemit

Detailed Wise vs WorldRemit comparison covers all you need to know about their fees, safety and exchange rates on international money transfers.

Comparison
Wise vs Western Union

Detailed Wise vs Western Union review covers all you need to know about their fees, safety and exchange rates on international money transfers.

Guide
Is Wise Safe?

Wise is a well-known international money transfer provider. Read our review to learn if it's safe to keep money with, sending large transfers and more.