W!SE Financial Literacy Certification Test — Questions and Answers

Question 1: Which of the following pieces of information about the recipient is NOT always required when setting up a standard international bank transfer to a US dollar account?

Recipient's bank account number and routing number
Recipient's full name and address
The purpose of the transfer (Correct answer)
Recipient's bank name and account type

Correct answer: The purpose of the transfer

While it can be helpful, stating the purpose of the transfer is often optional for standard transfers. However, the recipient's full name, address, account number, routing number, bank name, and account type are essential details required to ensure the funds are routed correctly to a USD account.

Question 2: When a user sends money internationally with Wise, what does the term 'mid-market rate' refer to?

A promotional rate offered to new Wise customers for their first transfer.
The average exchange rate offered by major retail banks, including a small markup.
The exchange rate set by Wise at the beginning of each business day.
The midpoint between the 'buy' and 'sell' rates on the global currency markets, with no hidden markup. (Correct answer)

Correct answer: The midpoint between the 'buy' and 'sell' rates on the global currency markets, with no hidden markup.

The mid-market rate is the real exchange rate, representing the midpoint between what buyers are willing to pay and sellers are willing to accept for a currency. Wise uses this rate without adding a hidden markup, which is a key difference from many traditional banks that add a spread to the rate to make a profit.

Question 3: What does Wise's 'card details' screen in the app allow you to do if you think your CVV has been compromised?

Instantly generate a new CVV while keeping the same card number
Only freeze the card — a new card must be ordered by mail request
Order a new physical card with a new number through the app (Correct answer)
Call support and wait 5–7 business days for a replacement card

Correct answer: Order a new physical card with a new number through the app

If your card details are compromised, you can order a new physical card with a new number directly through the Wise app.

Question 4: Which of the following best describes Wise Business's QuickBooks integration?

It syncs Wise transactions and balances directly into QuickBooks for reconciliation (Correct answer)
It only imports USD transactions, not foreign currency ones
It automatically files tax returns via QuickBooks
It replaces QuickBooks invoicing features entirely

Correct answer: It syncs Wise transactions and balances directly into QuickBooks for reconciliation

The Wise-QuickBooks integration automatically imports transactions and balance data into QuickBooks, simplifying bookkeeping reconciliation.

Question 5: What type of exchange rate does Wise use for currency conversions?

The mid-market rate (Correct answer)
A rate set 2% above mid-market
The bank's buying rate
A fixed daily rate

Correct answer: The mid-market rate

Wise uses the mid-market exchange rate, which is the midpoint between the buy and sell prices on global currency markets.

Question 6: How are most questions scored in the WISE Practice Test?

Negative marking for incorrect answers
Full credit for correct answers, no penalty for wrong answers (Correct answer)
Partial credit for partially correct answers
No credit for unanswered questions

Correct answer: Full credit for correct answers, no penalty for wrong answers

Most standardized practice tests, including the WISE Practice Test, score questions by giving full credit for correct answers and no penalty for incorrect ones. This scoring method encourages test-takers to attempt every question, even if unsure, as there's no disadvantage to guessing.

Question 7: Which of the following BEST describes the regulatory practice of 'safeguarding' that Wise uses to protect customer funds?

Insuring customer deposits with a government-backed scheme like the FSCS or FDIC.
Lending customer funds to other users to facilitate peer-to-peer transfers.
Investing customer funds in high-yield assets to generate interest for the company.
Holding customer funds in separate, low-risk accounts, completely segregated from Wise's own operational money. (Correct answer)

Correct answer: Holding customer funds in separate, low-risk accounts, completely segregated from Wise's own operational money.

Safeguarding is a key regulatory requirement for Electronic Money Institutions like Wise. It mandates that customer funds are kept entirely separate from the company's own funds in dedicated, low-risk bank accounts or secure liquid assets. This ensures that in the event of Wise's insolvency, customer money is protected and can be returned to them. This is different from the deposit insurance schemes (like FSCS in the UK or FDIC in the US) that traditional banks use.

Question 8: A freelancer in the US receives payments from a client in the UK. To avoid high bank fees, the client pays 500 GBP directly into the freelancer's Wise account using the provided GBP account details. What fee does Wise charge the freelancer for receiving this domestic GBP transfer?

No fee. (Correct answer)
A standard SWIFT receiving fee.
A fixed fee of £2.16.
A small percentage of the received amount.

Correct answer: No fee.

For most major currencies, including GBP, Wise does not charge a fee to receive a domestic (non-SWIFT/non-wire) payment into a user's multi-currency account using their local account details. The £2.16 fee applies specifically to receiving GBP via the SWIFT network, not a standard domestic transfer.

Question 9: Which payment method in the US typically results in the LOWEST Wise transfer fee?

Debit card payment
Bank transfer (ACH) (Correct answer)
Credit card payment
Wire transfer

Correct answer: Bank transfer (ACH)

Paying via ACH bank transfer usually carries the lowest fee because processing costs are minimal compared to card payments.

Question 10: What is the mid-market exchange rate?

The rate banks charge retail customers
The rate set by the World Bank
The midpoint between currency buy and sell prices on global markets (Correct answer)
The average rate across all US banks

Correct answer: The midpoint between currency buy and sell prices on global markets

The mid-market rate is the midpoint between the global buy and sell prices for any two currencies, considered the fairest exchange rate available.

Question 11: Under which circumstance would Wise decline to open or maintain a multi-currency account for a US customer?

The customer requests to hold more than 5 currencies simultaneously
The customer lives in a state without a Wise partner bank
The customer intends to transact with sanctioned countries or fails identity verification (Correct answer)
The customer does not have a US credit history

Correct answer: The customer intends to transact with sanctioned countries or fails identity verification

Wise declines accounts or closes them when customers are involved with sanctioned entities or fail to pass KYC/AML identity verification requirements.

Question 12: What is a reasonable goal when aiming for a specific score on the WISE Practice Test?

Answer every question correctly, regardless of difficulty.
Focus on exceeding the passing score of the actual test. (Correct answer)
Aim to answer at least 50% of the questions correctly.
Skip harder sections to maximize your score on easier ones.

Correct answer: Focus on exceeding the passing score of the actual test.

A reasonable goal for a practice test is to aim higher than the minimum passing score of the actual test. This provides a buffer and ensures you are well-prepared, accounting for potential stress or unexpected challenges on test day. It builds confidence and indicates a strong grasp of the material.

Question 13: As part of its global compliance program, Wise is required to establish and maintain a robust Anti-Money Laundering (AML) program. Which of the following is a core component of this program?

Guaranteeing the best possible exchange rate on all transfers.
Offering cryptocurrency trading services to all users.
Providing financial advice on currency exchange trends.
Conducting customer due diligence and monitoring transactions for suspicious activity. (Correct answer)

Correct answer: Conducting customer due diligence and monitoring transactions for suspicious activity.

A fundamental requirement of any AML program, mandated by regulators worldwide, is to perform Customer Due Diligence (CDD)—often known as Know Your Customer (KYC)—and to continuously monitor transactions for unusual or suspicious patterns. If suspicious activity is detected, Wise is obligated to report it to the relevant authorities. This helps prevent the service from being used for illicit purposes like money laundering or financing terrorism.

Question 14: In the Wise app, where can you find the real-time status of an outgoing international transfer?

Only via email notifications
In the 'Transfers' or 'Activity' section of your account (Correct answer)
On your linked bank's app only
By calling Wise customer support

Correct answer: In the 'Transfers' or 'Activity' section of your account

The Wise app and website show real-time transfer status under the Transfers or Activity section.

Question 15: If all cats are mammals, and some mammals are black, what can we conclude?

Some cats are black.
Some mammals are cats. (Correct answer)
All cats are black.
No cats are black.

Correct answer: Some mammals are cats.

The premise states 'all cats are mammals.' This means that the set of all cats is a subset of the set of all mammals. Therefore, if something is a cat, it must also be a mammal, which directly implies that some members of the mammal group are specifically cats. The other options cannot be concluded with certainty from the given statements.

Question 16: What does Wise charge on top of the mid-market rate for a currency conversion?

A monthly subscription that covers all conversions
A small transparent percentage or fixed fee disclosed upfront (Correct answer)
No fee — Wise is completely free
A percentage of the exchange rate markup

Correct answer: A small transparent percentage or fixed fee disclosed upfront

Wise charges a small, transparent fee (often a fixed component plus a small percentage) disclosed clearly before you confirm, with no markup on the exchange rate itself.

Question 17: Which Wise feature allows you to set up a recurring international transfer automatically each month?

Wise cannot do recurring transfers
Wise AutoSend
Wise Recurring Transfers (Correct answer)
Wise Autopay

Correct answer: Wise Recurring Transfers

Wise offers a Recurring Transfers feature that lets you schedule automatic repeating international payments.

Question 18: How does Wise handle a card payment in a currency you do NOT hold a balance in?

It uses a 0% credit line to cover the shortfall
It declines the transaction automatically
It converts from your largest available balance using the mid-market rate plus a fee (Correct answer)
It charges the default USD balance only, never other currencies

Correct answer: It converts from your largest available balance using the mid-market rate plus a fee

Wise auto-converts from your available balance (largest or selected) at the mid-market rate plus a small fee to cover the payment.

Question 19: What is the Wise card spending limit behavior when you have balances in multiple currencies?

You must manually select which currency to debit before each transaction
Only your default currency can be charged; others require manual conversion first
Wise automatically uses the currency matching the merchant's country, then falls back to other balances (Correct answer)
All spending is converted to USD regardless of held currencies

Correct answer: Wise automatically uses the currency matching the merchant's country, then falls back to other balances

Wise prioritizes the local currency of the merchant; if that balance is insufficient, it draws from other held currencies in a predefined order.

Question 20: What is the primary function of the mitochondria in a cell?

To transport proteins
To store genetic material
To produce energy (Correct answer)
To aid in cell division

Correct answer: To produce energy

Mitochondria are often referred to as the 'powerhouses' of the cell because their primary function is cellular respiration. During this process, they convert nutrients into adenosine triphosphate (ATP), which is the main energy currency of the cell. This ATP powers various cellular activities, making energy production their most vital role.

Question 21: Which of the following correctly describes Wise's fee structure for sending money internationally?

A flat $25 wire fee regardless of amount
No fee — Wise earns solely from the exchange rate spread
A fee based on the recipient's country only
A percentage-based fee plus a small fixed fee, shown before confirming (Correct answer)

Correct answer: A percentage-based fee plus a small fixed fee, shown before confirming

Wise charges a combination of a percentage of the transfer amount and a small fixed fee, always displayed transparently before the user confirms.

Question 22: A user is sending a large international transfer and is concerned about potential delays. Which of the following is the MOST effective step they can take beforehand to minimize the risk of delays related to their account?

Contacting their bank to pre-authorize the transaction.
Completing their identity and address verification with Wise in advance. (Correct answer)
Sending several smaller transfers instead of one large one.
Choosing to fund the transfer with a credit card for faster payment.

Correct answer: Completing their identity and address verification with Wise in advance.

Wise is required to verify the identity of its users, especially for large transfers. Completing the verification process, which can take a couple of business days, before initiating the transfer ensures that this regulatory step doesn't become a source of delay once the transfer is in motion.

Question 23: A jacket originally costs $120 but is on sale for 25% off. What is the sale price?

$30
$100
$95
$90 (Correct answer)

Correct answer: $90

To find the sale price, first calculate the discount amount. 25% of $120 is (0.25 * 120) = $30. Then, subtract the discount from the original price: $120 - $30 = $90. Therefore, the jacket's sale price is $90.

Question 24: What is a 'transfer reference' on a Wise international send, and why is it important?

A note or code sent alongside the transfer that helps the recipient's bank identify the payment (Correct answer)
A Wise internal tracking number used only by support agents
The recipient's Wise account ID
The currency conversion code

Correct answer: A note or code sent alongside the transfer that helps the recipient's bank identify the payment

A transfer reference is a message or code that travels with the payment and helps the recipient's bank correctly credit the funds.

Question 25: If a section of the WISE Practice Test has 40 questions and a time limit of 60 minutes, how much time should you spend on each question to manage time evenly?

2 minutes
1 minute
1.5 minutes (Correct answer)
3 minutes

Correct answer: 1.5 minutes

To calculate the time per question, divide the total time limit by the number of questions. In this case, 60 minutes divided by 40 questions equals 1.5 minutes per question. This calculation helps in pacing oneself effectively during the test.

Question 26: Which exchange rate does Wise use when converting currency?

The rate set by the destination country's central bank
The bank's retail exchange rate
The mid-market exchange rate (Correct answer)
A proprietary Wise exchange rate

Correct answer: The mid-market exchange rate

Wise uses the mid-market exchange rate, which is the midpoint between the buy and sell prices on global currency markets, with no hidden markup.

Question 27: A user sends 500 CAD to another Wise user's account, also in CAD. Which statement accurately describes the fee for this type of transaction?

A small, fixed same-currency fee is charged.
The fee is 50% lower than a standard cross-currency transfer.
The standard variable and fixed transfer fees apply.
It is completely free of charge. (Correct answer)

Correct answer: It is completely free of charge.

Sending and receiving money between two Wise accounts is free when the currency is the same. Fees are only applied when a currency conversion is involved or when sending money out to an external bank account.

Question 28: Which card security detail can you view directly inside the Wise app for online shopping?

The CVV only — the full number is never displayed for security
Only the card expiry date
Only the last four digits of the card number
The full card number, CVV, and expiry date (Correct answer)

Correct answer: The full card number, CVV, and expiry date

The Wise app lets you securely reveal your full card number, CVV, and expiry date for use in online transactions.

Question 29: A business in Canada wants to pay a supplier in Germany. The supplier provides their Wise EUR account details (an IBAN). The Canadian business sends the payment in Canadian Dollars (CAD) directly to the supplier's EUR account details. What is the most likely outcome of this transaction?

The payment will be held by Wise pending currency confirmation from the recipient.
The payment will be received and automatically converted to EUR with a small fee.
The payment will be rejected and returned to the sender because only EUR can be sent to EUR account details. (Correct answer)
The payment will be processed successfully with no fees for either party.

Correct answer: The payment will be rejected and returned to the sender because only EUR can be sent to EUR account details.

Wise account details are specific to the currency they are issued for. For example, EUR account details (IBAN) can only receive payments sent in EUR via the SEPA network or specific SWIFT payments. Sending a different currency, like CAD, directly to these details will result in the payment being rejected and sent back to the originator.

Question 30: What is a key advantage of holding multiple currency balances on your Wise account before traveling?

Wise waives all ATM fees for multi-currency account holders
Your spending limits are doubled for each currency held
You earn interest on every foreign balance held
The card automatically charges the balance in the local currency, avoiding a conversion fee (Correct answer)

Correct answer: The card automatically charges the balance in the local currency, avoiding a conversion fee

If you already hold the local currency in your Wise account, the card spends it directly without triggering a conversion fee.

Question 31: A new business signs up for a Wise Business account. During onboarding, the business is required to provide detailed information about its ownership structure, nature of business, and key controllers. This process is a regulatory requirement known as:

Market Sentiment Analysis (MSA)
Financial Performance Review (FPR)
Know Your Customer (KYC) / Customer Due Diligence (CDD) (Correct answer)
General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)

Correct answer: Know Your Customer (KYC) / Customer Due Diligence (CDD)

This process is known as Know Your Customer (KYC) or Customer Due Diligence (CDD). Financial regulations mandate that institutions like Wise must verify the identity of their customers (both individual and business) and understand their risk profile. This is a critical measure to prevent identity theft, fraud, money laundering, and terrorist financing.

Question 32: A tech startup wants to build a custom application that programmatically triggers payments to its global suppliers directly from its own internal dashboard. Which Wise Business tool would enable this level of custom automation?

The Wise API. (Correct answer)
The user permissions and roles settings.
The direct connection to accounting software.
The Batch Payments CSV template.

Correct answer: The Wise API.

The Wise API (Application Programming Interface) is designed for businesses that want to build custom integrations. It allows them to automate payments, track exchange rates, and manage finances directly from their own software or business tools without needing to use the Wise web or app interface for every transaction.

Question 33: A business owner using Wise attempts to send a payment to a new supplier based in a country subject to comprehensive international financial sanctions. What is the most likely outcome of this transaction attempt?

The transaction will be processed after the business owner provides extra documentation.
The payment will be held in a pending state until the international sanctions are lifted.
A higher fee will be applied to the transaction to cover the increased risk.
The transaction will be blocked, and Wise may be required to report the attempt to regulatory authorities. (Correct answer)

Correct answer: The transaction will be blocked, and Wise may be required to report the attempt to regulatory authorities.

As a regulated financial institution, Wise is obligated to comply with all international sanctions regimes. Any transaction directed towards a sanctioned country, entity, or individual will be blocked. Furthermore, Wise has a legal duty to report such activities to the relevant financial intelligence and enforcement agencies, such as the Office of Financial Sanctions Implementation (OFSI) in the UK or the Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) in the US.

Question 34: In what order are sections typically presented on the WISE test?

Hardest to easiest within each domain
Following a fixed standardized sequence set by the publisher (Correct answer)
Based on the employer's custom configuration only
Randomized differently for every test-taker

Correct answer: Following a fixed standardized sequence set by the publisher

The WISE test follows a fixed, standardized section order established by the test publisher to ensure consistency across administrations.

Question 35: What does your score on the WISE Practice Test typically indicate?

Your likelihood of passing the actual WISE Test without further study.
Your final grade for the course.
Your overall intelligence.
Your preparedness for the actual WISE Test. (Correct answer)

Correct answer: Your preparedness for the actual WISE Test.

The primary purpose of a practice test is diagnostic; it indicates how well you understand the material and are prepared for the real examination. It helps identify areas of strength and weakness, guiding further study, rather than being a definitive measure of intelligence or a final grade.

Question 36: Which of the following is the correct way to dispute an unauthorized transaction on your Wise debit card?

Send a certified letter to Wise headquarters within 7 days
Report the transaction in the Wise app and Wise will investigate and may file a chargeback on your behalf (Correct answer)
File a chargeback directly with Visa bypassing Wise
Contact the merchant only — Wise does not handle dispute cases

Correct answer: Report the transaction in the Wise app and Wise will investigate and may file a chargeback on your behalf

You report unauthorized transactions through the Wise app, and Wise's disputes team investigates and can initiate a chargeback via Visa on your behalf.

Question 37: If Wise lists a fee of '0.43% + $0.79' for a USD to EUR transfer, what is the total fee on a $500 transfer?

$2.94 (Correct answer)
$1.36
$3.50
$2.15

Correct answer: $2.94

0.43% of $500 = $2.15, plus the fixed $0.79 = $2.94 total fee.

Question 38: A customer is funding a transfer and sees options to pay via bank transfer, debit card, or credit card. Which of the following is typically true regarding the fees associated with these payment methods?

All payment methods have the exact same fee.
Debit card payments are free, but credit card payments have a high fee.
Credit card is the cheapest, and bank transfer is the most expensive.
Bank transfer is typically the lowest-cost option, while card payments may incur higher fees. (Correct answer)

Correct answer: Bank transfer is typically the lowest-cost option, while card payments may incur higher fees.

The method used to fund a transfer affects the total cost. Generally, a manual bank transfer is the cheapest way to pay, while using a debit or credit card often incurs higher processing fees, which are passed on to the user. Wise clearly shows the cost for each option before the user confirms the transfer.

Question 39: What type of feedback is usually provided after completing the WISE Practice Test?

A simple pass or fail result.
No feedback is provided.
General comments on effort.
A detailed breakdown of performance by section or topic. (Correct answer)

Correct answer: A detailed breakdown of performance by section or topic.

Effective practice tests provide comprehensive feedback to help students improve. A detailed breakdown allows test-takers to pinpoint specific areas where they excelled or struggled, enabling them to focus their future study efforts more efficiently and target their weaknesses.

Question 40: Which of the following is TRUE about receiving money into a Wise account (USD)?

Domestic ACH transfers are received free (Correct answer)
Receiving USD always requires a fee of at least $1
Wise charges a flat $5 fee per incoming wire
All incoming transfers cost 1% of the received amount

Correct answer: Domestic ACH transfers are received free

Wise provides free US account details for ACH transfers, so domestic bank transfers to your Wise USD balance are typically free to receive.

Question 41: How does Wise typically structure its transfer fee?

No fee — profit comes from the exchange rate markup
A percentage-based fee only
A flat fee only, regardless of amount
A percentage-based fee plus a small fixed fee (Correct answer)

Correct answer: A percentage-based fee plus a small fixed fee

Wise charges a combination of a small fixed fee and a variable percentage fee based on the amount being transferred.

Question 42: A user is making an online purchase from a European website priced in EUR. They hold a sufficient balance in their EUR wallet. What fee will Wise charge for this transaction?

A fixed fee for all online payments.
A standard cross-border transaction fee.
A variable currency conversion fee.
Zero transaction fee. (Correct answer)

Correct answer: Zero transaction fee.

If a Wise cardholder has the currency they are spending in their account, it is free to use the card for that transaction. Since the user has a sufficient EUR balance for the EUR purchase, Wise does not charge a transaction or conversion fee.

Question 43: A user is planning to send a large sum of money through Wise to purchase a property abroad. Wise requests documents such as a property sale agreement and bank statements. What is the primary regulatory reason for this request?

To offer the user a better exchange rate for a large transfer.
To confirm the user has sufficient funds before initiating the transfer.
To comply with Anti-Money Laundering (AML) regulations by verifying the 'Source of Funds'. (Correct answer)
To verify the recipient's identity for the transaction.

Correct answer: To comply with Anti-Money Laundering (AML) regulations by verifying the 'Source of Funds'.

For large transactions, financial institutions are legally required to perform enhanced due diligence to prevent money laundering and terrorist financing. Requesting documents to prove where the money came from is known as a 'Source of Funds' (SoF) check. This is a standard AML compliance procedure to ensure the funds originate from a legitimate source.

Question 44: A business administrator is setting up a new team member in the Wise Business account. They want the employee to be able to prepare payments for approval, but not to authorize the final sending of funds. Which tool allows for this specific division of duties?

The accounting software integration sync.
Expense Card spending limits.
Multi-user access with customizable permissions. (Correct answer)
The 'Groups' feature for budget segregation.

Correct answer: Multi-user access with customizable permissions.

The multi-user access feature allows an account owner to invite team members and assign them specific roles and permissions. This includes the ability to set up payments that require approval from another user (like an Admin or a designated approver) before the money is sent, providing a crucial layer of financial control.

Question 45: What is the primary purpose of Wise's real-time transaction notifications?

To allow Wise to charge a notification processing fee per alert
To let you immediately spot unauthorized transactions and freeze your card if needed (Correct answer)
To notify Wise's compliance team about your spending patterns
To remind you of your monthly account fee due date

Correct answer: To let you immediately spot unauthorized transactions and freeze your card if needed

Instant push notifications alert you the moment a transaction occurs so you can quickly identify and respond to unauthorized activity.

Question 46: How does Wise Business handle payroll payments to international employees?

Allows batch payments to multiple recipients in different countries and currencies (Correct answer)
Only supports domestic ACH transfers
Requires a separate Wise Payroll subscription
Integrates exclusively with QuickBooks payroll

Correct answer: Allows batch payments to multiple recipients in different countries and currencies

Wise Business supports batch payments, letting companies pay multiple international employees or contractors in their local currencies in one upload.

Question 47: A customer wants to send money from the US to the UK. Where can they see the exact fee BEFORE confirming the transfer?

Fees are only disclosed after the transfer is processed
Only in the confirmation email after payment
On the Wise fee calculator on the website or app before initiating (Correct answer)
Customers must call Wise support to get a fee quote

Correct answer: On the Wise fee calculator on the website or app before initiating

Wise displays the full fee breakdown upfront in its fee calculator, so users see exactly what the recipient will receive before confirming.

Question 48: Which regulatory body is the primary authorizer and supervisor for Wise's electronic money and payment services in the United Kingdom?

The National Bank of Belgium (NBB)
The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) (Correct answer)
The Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC)
The Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN)

Correct answer: The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA)

In the United Kingdom, Wise Payments Limited is authorised as an Electronic Money Institution (EMI) by the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA). The FCA is the main financial regulatory body in the UK, responsible for supervising firms like Wise to ensure they meet strict standards for protecting consumers and combating financial crime. FinCEN is the US regulator, the NBB is the regulator in Belgium for the EEA, and ASIC is an Australian regulator.

Question 49: Which of the following is an officially supported Wise security feature designed to help users identify legitimate emails from the company?

Sending security-related messages exclusively through postal mail.
A Secure Communication Code that the user sets, which is then included in genuine emails from Wise. (Correct answer)
A daily email summary of all account logins.
A system where all Wise emails come from a '@wise-security.com' address.

Correct answer: A Secure Communication Code that the user sets, which is then included in genuine emails from Wise.

Wise offers a feature called a 'Secure Communication Code.' Users can set a unique, private code in their security settings. This code will then be included in most automated and marketing emails sent by Wise, allowing the user to quickly verify that the communication is authentic and not a phishing attempt. Legitimate Wise emails will come from addresses ending in '@wise.com'.

Question 50: What is the effect on your Wise account if you do NOT activate your physical debit card after it arrives?

Wise charges a $5 inactivity fee each month until activation
Your account is automatically closed after 30 days
All account balances are frozen until the card is activated
Your account remains fully functional — you can still use the virtual card and app features (Correct answer)

Correct answer: Your account remains fully functional — you can still use the virtual card and app features

Not activating the physical card does not restrict your Wise account; you can continue using the virtual card, transfers, and other app features.

W!SE Financial Literacy Certification Test

The W!SE Financial Literacy Certification tests students on core personal finance topics including banking, credit, investing, insurance, and taxes.

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