# Chase Freedom Flex To Drop Foreign Transaction Fees

_Jul 17 20:00_

Tags: Chase Ultimate Rewards, Chase Freedom Flex, Chase, credit card, loyalty program

Chase is removing the 3% foreign transaction fee from the Chase Freedom Flex card, making it more competitive for international travel spending

## Summary

Chase is eliminating the foreign transaction fee on the Chase Freedom Flex credit card. This change applies to the no-annual-fee card, which is part of the Chase Ultimate Rewards ecosystem. The removal of the fee (typically 3%) enhances the card's utility for travelers who use it for purchases abroad, aligning it more closely with other major travel cards that have already dropped this fee

## Why it matters

Affects 3 airline programs (American Airlines, Emirates, United Airlines). Relevant for Marriott Bonvoy elites and award redeemers. Card-issuer angle via American Express, Capital One, Chase.

## Sources cited

- [AwardWallet Blog](https://awardwallet.com/news/credit-cards/chase-freedom-flex-removing-foreign-transaction-fees?pubDate=2026-07-17) — You’ll Soon Be Able To Use Your Chase Freedom Flex Abroad Without Foreign Transaction Fees — What To Know

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