Where is the best place to get Euros and other currency?

In the US – PLAN AHEAD to get your European currency.  Many area banks can get you currency, but it will take at least 2-3 days and maybe up to a week. Your local bank manager can give you details. Chase, Wells-Fargo, Bank of America and M&T banks are easy places to get currency, and American Express Offices usually have it on hand – but call ahead before you make a last-minute trip.   Many banks will also allow you to order currency online.  If you are a member of AAA, you can get currency at your local branch.

It is possible to get foreign currency at the airport, but they usually charge more than your bank, and if there is a lot of traffic on the way to the airport on the day we depart, there may not be time to visit a currency exchange kiosk.

When in Europe, using a credit or debit card at an ATM is the easiest and best way to get cash.  In a pinch, you can also get cash at banks and at the front desk at most hotels, but they usually charge a commission or have a poor exchange rate.

Nerdwallet Information on getting Foreign Currency

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