{"id":360055,"date":"2023-02-01T14:47:55","date_gmt":"2023-02-01T21:47:55","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.creditrepair.com\/blog\/?p=360055"},"modified":"2023-02-01T14:48:04","modified_gmt":"2023-02-01T21:48:04","slug":"what-countries-use-credit-scores","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.creditrepair.com\/blog\/credit-101\/what-countries-use-credit-scores\/","title":{"rendered":"What countries use credit scores?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1500\" height=\"500\" src=\"https:\/\/www.creditrepair.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/3_What-countries-use-credit-scores_.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-360056\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.creditrepair.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/3_What-countries-use-credit-scores_.png 1500w, https:\/\/www.creditrepair.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/3_What-countries-use-credit-scores_-300x100.png 300w, https:\/\/www.creditrepair.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/3_What-countries-use-credit-scores_-600x200.png 600w, https:\/\/www.creditrepair.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/3_What-countries-use-credit-scores_-768x256.png 768w, https:\/\/www.creditrepair.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/3_What-countries-use-credit-scores_-450x150.png 450w, https:\/\/www.creditrepair.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/3_What-countries-use-credit-scores_-900x300.png 900w, https:\/\/www.creditrepair.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/3_What-countries-use-credit-scores_-1400x467.png 1400w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1500px) 100vw, 1500px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.creditrepair.com\/disclaimer\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Disclosure regarding our editorial content standards.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"quick-answer quick-answer--hr\">\n    <p>Aside from the United States, countries that use credit scores include Canada, Germany, Australia, China and the United Kingdom. However, keep in mind that each credit system works a little differently so your credit score doesn\u2019t apply internationally. <\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>In the United States, a good credit score can help you qualify for more credit, get better interest rates on loans and, in some cases, play a role in whether or not you land a job. A strong <a href=\"https:\/\/www.creditrepair.com\/education\/scores\/what-is-a-credit-score\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">credit score<\/a> opens the door to more financial opportunities while a poor score may close doors. When you have bad credit, you might be denied a cell phone plan, an <a href=\"https:\/\/www.creditrepair.com\/blog\/credit-score\/credit-score-affects-auto-loans\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">auto loan<\/a>, a rental lease, a mortgage or even a job.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>When you move abroad, you have to consider the new country\u2019s credit process, as you can\u2019t take your credit score and history with you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re planning an international move soon, you might be wondering: What do other countries do about credit? Will you need to build up a new credit score from scratch, or will you have to adjust to a new system? Continue reading to find out what countries use credit scores and how each system works.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-how-does-credit-work-in-the-united-states\"><a><\/a>How does credit work in the United States?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Although there was a credit scoring system in the United States years before it was formalized, the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ftc.gov\/legal-library\/browse\/statutes\/fair-credit-reporting-act\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA)<\/a> changed the game by introducing official rules. The FCRA, passed in 1970, detailed regulations on how consumer data would be collected, what would be reported and how individuals could get copies of their credit reports.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In 1989, the first formal credit score\u2014named the Fair Isaac Corporation\u00ae (FICO\u00ae) score\u2014was created. Another popular credit scoring system, VantageScore\u00ae, was then introduced in 2006.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In the United States, each consumer\u2019s credit history goes on their credit report. Whenever you have a loan or credit with a lender, the lender often reports the data to one or all of the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.creditrepair.com\/blog\/credit-score\/credit-bureau-history\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">three credit bureaus<\/a>\u2014Equifax\u00ae, Experian\u00ae and TransUnion\u00ae. Your lenders report information like your total loan amount and if you missed or made late payments.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The credit bureaus then use a credit scoring system\u2014the most popular being FICO or VantageScore\u2014to analyze this credit history information and assign you a score meant to reflect your creditworthiness. Lenders use your credit score with their internal underwriting standards to determine how much of a credit risk you are, if you should receive credit and your specific loan terms.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Individuals who are responsible with their lenders are rewarded with a higher credit score that gets them access to more credit, lower interest rates and better terms.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"975\" height=\"785\" src=\"https:\/\/www.creditrepair.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/image-2.png\" alt=\"How credit works in the US\" class=\"wp-image-363037\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.creditrepair.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/image-2.png 975w, https:\/\/www.creditrepair.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/image-2-300x242.png 300w, https:\/\/www.creditrepair.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/image-2-497x400.png 497w, https:\/\/www.creditrepair.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/image-2-768x618.png 768w, https:\/\/www.creditrepair.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/image-2-450x362.png 450w, https:\/\/www.creditrepair.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/image-2-600x483.png 600w, https:\/\/www.creditrepair.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/image-2-900x725.png 900w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 975px) 100vw, 975px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-do-other-countries-have-credit-scores\"><a><\/a>Do other countries have credit scores?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Since most countries have their own systems of determining credit, other countries will most likely have credit scores. However, that doesn\u2019t necessarily mean that your U.S. credit score will translate to other systems. Even though all the major credit bureaus in the United States have an international presence, that doesn\u2019t mean all countries choose to use them (or any credit bureau) to determine their scores. Each country has its own unique methodology of calculating credit scores.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-countries-have-credit-scores\"><a><\/a>What countries have credit scores?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Here are some examples of how other countries assess credit:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-canada\"><a><\/a>Canada<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Like the United States, Canada has credit bureaus, credit reports and credit scores. Both Canada and the United States have credit score ranges that start at 300, but Canada\u2019s highest score goes up to 900 (America\u2019s system only goes <a href=\"https:\/\/www.creditrepair.com\/blog\/credit-score\/7-ways-get-an-800-credit-score\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">up to 850<\/a>).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Experian discontinued its services in Canada in 2009, so the two major credit bureaus in the country are Equifax\u00ae and TransUnion\u00ae. As in the U.S, Canada\u2019s credit scoring system is based on on-time bill payments, types of credit accounts, number of credit accounts, length of credit history, outstanding debts and records of delinquencies, foreclosures and bankruptcies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>According to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.consumer.equifax.ca\/personal\/education\/credit-score\/what-is-a-good-credit-score\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Equifax Canada\u00ae<\/a>, a \u201cgood\u201d credit score is anything 660 and up.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-spain\"><a><\/a>Spain<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Spain doesn\u2019t use credit scores\u2014instead, the country focuses on a consumer\u2019s credit history. Spain has a credit register called the Risk Management Centre (CIR) that tracks all credit and loan activity from financial institutions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>However, unlike in the United States, Spain focuses on negative items. Rather than being rewarded for good borrowing behavior, credit files specifically track any negative marks on your record. Consumers can be \u201cblacklisted\u201d when they have too many negative items on their report. Once consumers get added to the blacklist, they can stay on it for up to six years or until they pay off their debt.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-germany\"><a><\/a>Germany<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The system in Germany is comparable to the United States\u2019. Germany\u2019s credit bureau, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.schufa.de\/schufa-en\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">SCHUFA<\/a>, tracks all credit information (loans, balances, payments, etc.) and generates a score based on this data. A consumer\u2019s score dictates what loans and credit they qualify for and at what interest rates.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Every person in Germany starts with a credit score of 100 and the score lowers as the consumer borrows money.&nbsp; Anything above 90 is considered a good score in Germany.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-china\"><a><\/a>China<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>China is in the process of expanding its \u201c<a href=\"https:\/\/www.businessinsider.com\/china-social-credit-system-punishments-and-rewards-explained-2018-4\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">social credit system<\/a>.\u201d The system was initially announced in 2014 and has already enrolled millions (on a voluntary basis), with plans to roll it out to all citizens soon. Compared to how most countries approach credit, this credit scoring system is extreme and has consequences that reach far beyond financial barriers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The Chinese government tracks consumer credit data from criminal records, government records, financial records and more. They compile all this data to give a \u201cgood\u201d or \u201cbad\u201d credit rating. Bad credit ratings can result in being put on a \u201ccredit blacklist,\u201d among other punishments.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For example, individuals with bad credit ratings may have restrictions on their plane and train travel, the ability to get into good schools and even who they can match with on online dating sites. Additionally, nonfinancial data\u2014like bad driving records or smoking in non-smoking areas\u2014can lower your score.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This scoring model will eventually apply to both individuals and companies. Organizations will see benefits (such as tax rebates) or consequences (removal of subsidies) based on their corporate scores.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>China implements this model to keep its citizens trustworthy and responsible. However, the model has been criticized by the international community for being domineering and imposing harsh punishments.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-australia\"><a><\/a>Australia<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Australia has three main credit bureaus: Experian, Equifax, and illion\u00ae.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In 2017, Australia\u2019s credit scoring system went through a significant change. Before, the country\u2019s credit report only took into account negative items, such as late payments, defaults and more. An individual would have a higher credit score the emptier their credit report was. However, the government chose to update the process with <a href=\"https:\/\/treasury.gov.au\/consultation\/c2018-t256276\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">comprehensive credit reporting<\/a> so credit reports could now include positive information, like on-time mortgage payments, student loan payments and so on.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This mix of positive and negative credit data is more in line with the United States\u2019 system. It also allows lenders to make a more informed decision as they can see the likelihood of a consumer paying back debts based on existing balances and their history of payments.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-japan\"><a><\/a>Japan<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Japan doesn\u2019t have a formal, nationwide credit system. Instead, creditworthiness is typically determined by each bank based on its relationship with a consumer. The financial institution will look at factors like the person\u2019s salary, length of employment and current debts and determine their level of risk. As long as a person maintains a good relationship with their bank, they should be able to access the credit they need.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-united-kingdom\"><a><\/a>United Kingdom<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Like the United States, the United Kingdom also uses Equifax, Experian and TransUnion as their credit agencies. However, unlike the U.S., the ranges of these scores differ between each agency: TransUnion ranges from 0-710, Experian ranges from 0-999, and Equifax ranges from 0-1,000. So, it\u2019s hard to say exactly what is a \u201cgood\u201d score in the U.K., since it will depend on which credit agencies range you are referencing. According to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.experian.co.uk\/consumer\/experian-credit-score.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Experian U.K.\u00ae<\/a>, a \u201cgood\u201d credit score starts at 881.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Another aspect that sets the U.K. apart is that registering to vote can improve your credit score, according to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.experian.co.uk\/consumer\/guides\/electoral-roll.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Experian U.K.<\/a>. Other factors credit bureaus include your payment history and how much debt you owe.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"625\" height=\"1394\" src=\"https:\/\/www.creditrepair.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/image-1.png\" alt=\"How other countries assess credit\" class=\"wp-image-363036\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.creditrepair.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/image-1.png 625w, https:\/\/www.creditrepair.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/image-1-135x300.png 135w, https:\/\/www.creditrepair.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/image-1-179x400.png 179w, https:\/\/www.creditrepair.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/image-1-450x1004.png 450w, https:\/\/www.creditrepair.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/image-1-600x1338.png 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 625px) 100vw, 625px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-does-your-credit-score-apply-internationally\"><a><\/a>Does your credit score apply internationally?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Since each country has its own credit system, your credit score doesn\u2019t transfer to any other countries.&nbsp; That means you won\u2019t have any credit in a new country, even if you have a great credit score in your home country. However, keep in mind that you\u2019re still responsible for all debts, even if you move abroad.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"975\" height=\"438\" src=\"https:\/\/www.creditrepair.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/image.png\" alt=\"Since each country has its own credit system your credit score does not apply internationally.\" class=\"wp-image-363035\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.creditrepair.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/image.png 975w, https:\/\/www.creditrepair.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/image-300x135.png 300w, https:\/\/www.creditrepair.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/image-600x270.png 600w, https:\/\/www.creditrepair.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/image-768x345.png 768w, https:\/\/www.creditrepair.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/image-450x202.png 450w, https:\/\/www.creditrepair.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/image-900x404.png 900w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 975px) 100vw, 975px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-should-i-do-if-i-want-credit-abroad\"><a><\/a>What should I do if I want credit abroad?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you want or need credit abroad, you\u2019ll first need to research the country you\u2019ll be in to find out what its credit system is. For example, in Germany, you may be able to get a credit score of 100 as soon as you rent an apartment and therefore start building credit immediately. In other countries like Japan, obtaining credit may be challenging because the bank doesn\u2019t know you and doesn\u2019t have a relationship with you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You can certainly establish credit scores in different countries, although you may need to establish residency or fulfill other requirements. It\u2019s best to find out everything before you move so you can arrive fully prepared with documents and an understanding of the process.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-how-to-use-credit-while-traveling-abroad\"><a><\/a>How to use credit while traveling abroad<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re only going to be out of the country for a limited time, make sure you can use your U.S. credit card internationally and inform your card provider where you\u2019ll be so they don\u2019t cancel your card.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Note that there may be foreign transaction fees when making credit purchases abroad. If your card has significant fees, you can look for a travel credit card without foreign transaction fees.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Regardless of whether you\u2019re in the United States or another country, it\u2019s clear that your credit history can have a significant impact on your life. If you\u2019re struggling with poor credit right now, you might experience things like being denied for applications and being offered extremely high interest rates and poor loan terms. But you don\u2019t have to accept bad credit\u2014you can take steps to repair it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The first step is to consider an experienced <a href=\"https:\/\/www.creditrepair.com\/blog\/credit-repair\/do-you-need-credit-repair\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">credit repair<\/a> service. There may be inaccurate negative items on your report dragging your credit down. The advisors at CreditRepair.com can review your credit report with you to help you find any incorrect negative items and dispute them on your behalf. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.creditrepair.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Get started today.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/creditrepair.com\/disclaimer\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Note: <\/a>The information provided on <a href=\"http:\/\/CreditRepair.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">CreditRepair.com<\/a> does not, and is not intended to, act as legal, financial or credit advice; instead, it is for general informational purposes only.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>If you\u2019re considering moving abroad, it\u2019s important to find out what countries use credit scores and how the system of the country you\u2019re moving to works.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":74,"featured_media":360056,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[516],"tags":[],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO Premium plugin v17.5 (Yoast SEO v18.5.1) - https:\/\/yoast.com\/wordpress\/plugins\/seo\/ -->\n<title>What Countries Use Credit Scores? 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