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Where is the cheapest place to get euros?

Published by Uma Rajagopal

Posted on October 2, 2013

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· Last updated: October 3, 2013

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In today’s episode, we’re going to talk about ‘Where is the best place to buy Euros’. Obviously we’ve sieved through a lot of data from our site and we know that Euros are the most popular currency that’s bought on MyTravelMoney.co.uk. It’s a question a lot of visitors have asked us, so we want to get to the bottom of where is the place to get the best exchange rates on your Euros

Key Takeaways

  • No‑FX‑fee credit cards and ATM withdrawals in euros usually provide the best value for buying Euros
  • Avoid airport exchange kiosks and bureau de change due to high markups
  • Specialist online providers like Wise or MyTravelMoney often offer transparent, low‑cost Euro purchases

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Frequently Asked Questions

What’s the cheapest way to get euros?
Using a no‑foreign‑transaction‑fee card when paying in euros or withdrawing from a European‑bank ATM—this usually nets you within ~0.5–1% of the mid‑market rate, beating cash exchanges.
Should I exchange dollars for euros at the airport?
No—airport currency kiosks typically charge 10–15% above the interbank rate, making them the most expensive option.
Are online platforms like Wise cost‑effective?
Yes—services like Wise offer transparent fees and mid‑market‑based rates, with markups typically around 0.5–1%, much cheaper than banks.

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