Out-of-network fee

A fee or loss of discount that may apply when a card is used outside its preferred network.

Why It Matters

Out-of-network fee changes the fee load behind a fuel card account. It should be converted into a monthly total or cents-per-gallon cost before comparing programs.

What to Check

• Confirm how out-of-network fee is charged and whether it is per account, card, transaction or statement period.
• Ask whether the fee changes by network, payment timing, plan tier or account status.
• Model the fee against expected gallons and transaction count.