Currency exchange: doubts and tips

When we travel abroad sometimes one of the last things we consider is the currency exchange. And it can become a headache for not knowing where to make the change, if the price will be good, which option will be better,...

That is why in our post today we are going to clear some of the most common doubts when it comes to currency exchange. If after reading this post your question is not resolved, contact us. We will be happy to help you solve it.

I travel tomorrow, do I still have time to make a currency exchange?

In Eurochange we have immediate availability of most of the currencies we work with. As a general rule we can have your currencies available for pick-up at a Eurochange office on the same day or for home delivery the next day.

TIP # 1 TO CHANGE CURRENCIES: The sooner you have organized the currency exchange, the better. But if it has happened to you, call us as soon as possible, tell us what currency you need and how much time you can pick it up or receive it at home. We will try to find a solution so you can make your change on time.

How currency purchase works on the web or by phone?

Our currency purchase system through the web and by phone are very similar. In both cases you make your user registration with your personal and contact information and a photo of your Passport. Then you start the process of buying the currency or the currencies you need and make the payment by card or by transfer. You will have to choose the delivery option you prefer: or pick up your currencies at a nearby Eurochange office or home delivery.

TIP # 2 TO CHANGE CURRENCIES: The process of buying currency online or by phone with Eurochange is very simple. But if you have any questions or want to confirm the price, amount, delivery date or any other information before making your purchase, we will be delighted at our Customer Service Center.

I need certain tickets, what can I do?

Sometimes in Internet forums or travel agencies they recommend you to bring certain notes. For example, there are countries in Asia or South America where they recommend us to take Dollars that are in perfect condition and that are of certain years of issuance. This is because in those countries the Dollar is not the local currency, but they accept them if they meet certain requirements.

TIP # 3 TO CHANGE CURRENCIES: If you have any special request about the notes you need, contact us and explain what you need. We will do our best to meet your requirements and prepare your order according to your needs.

What happens if I am not at home when they come to deliver my order?

Eurochange shipments are delivered to the address you indicate. If you are absent, they will leave you a notice or you will receive an SMS to contact the courier and arrange a new delivery for the same day or for the next day.

TIP # 4 TO CHANGE CURRENCIES: Most orders are delivered without incident. If you think you are not going to be at home and you need the order without delay, we offer you the possibility of sending the order to the nearest courier office. So from early in the morning you can pick it up.

Is it better to take the changed money or pay by card there?

This is a question asked by many travelers who don’t know what amount of Euros to change, what amount of currency they will need, if it is better to pay everything by card and not carry cash,... And there is no universal answer that satisfies everyone or valid for all destinations. It is not the same to go to New York where even in the souvenir stalls on the street you can pay by card, than go to Vietnam to places where it is rare that there is an internet connection.

TIP # 5 TO CHANGE CURRENCIES: At Eurochange we always recommend that our clients carry, if not everything, at least a part of the budget in cash. Although it seems not, there are still sites that do not accept card payments (yes, very few, but there are). Also, if you change your cash, you will know what you have paid in advance and you will know how much you are paying for things.

On the contrary, if you pay by card or take money from an ATM, you will pay what your bank charges for making payments in foreign currency and for the conversion of the currency. If you don't check it daily, it's harder to know what you're actually paying. Carrying the emergency card is fine, but always confirm with your bank in advance the exchange rates that will be applied to avoid surprises later.

Do you still have any questions? We are here to answer it :)