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Cards work almost everywhere — bring some euro
Lisbon is highly card-friendly (contactless on metro from 2025). Keep €30–50 cash for small bakeries and tips.
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Revolut, primarily a financial super app, also offers eSIM plans, integrated within its banking services.
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Cards work almost everywhere — bring some euro
Lisbon is highly card-friendly (contactless on metro from 2025). Keep €30–50 cash for small bakeries and tips.
💡 Multibanco ATMs at branches charge no fee; avoid yellow Euronet machines that show inflated "conversion" rates.
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