Likewise, in some non-eurozone countries, the euro is commonly accepted, but usually a bad deal. For example, in Switzerland, which officially uses Swiss francs, some ATMs give euros, prices in touristy areas are listed in both currencies, and travelers can get by with euro cash.
But if you pay in euros, you'll get a rotten exchange rate. Ideally, if you're in a non-euro country for more than a few hours, head to the ATM and use local currency instead.
Use your credit card to get cash only in emergencies. If you lose your debit card, you can use your credit card at an ATM to get a cash advance — but you need to know your PIN, and you'll pay a sizeable cash-advance fee. Don't stress over currency conversions. Local currencies are all logical.
Each system is decimalized just like ours. Only the names have been changed — to confuse the tourist. Examine the coins in your pocket soon after you arrive, and in two minutes you'll be comfortable with the nickels, dimes, and quarters of each new currency. You don't need to constantly consult a currency converter. While you can do real-time conversion with an app, I've never bothered. You just need to know the rough exchange rates. I see no need to have it figured to the third decimal.
Very roughly determine what the unit of currency euros, kroner, Swiss francs, or whatever is worth in American dollars. Make a game out of quizzing yourself or your travel partner, and soon it'll be second nature. Survival on a budget is easier when you're comfortable with the local currency.
Assume you'll be shortchanged. In banks, restaurants, at ticket booths, everywhere — expect to be shortchanged if you don't do your own figuring. Some people who spend their lives sitting in booths for eight hours a day taking money from strangers have no problem stealing from clueless tourists who don't know the local currency. For 10 minutes I observed a man in the Rome subway shortchanging half of the tourists who went through his turnstile.
To make your savings go even further, read our easy to read guide on currency in Europe. This guide helps you with the following: The official currency of Europe The pros and cons of using a bank card in Europe What the Euro looks […].
Skip to content French Currency. What is the main currency used in France? What French Currency Looks Like. Using a Currency Converter. Track this Rate. How to Exchange Currency in France. If you choose this option, you have three main ways of securing currency once you land. French Bank ATM's. Currency Exchange at the Airport and Exchange Bureaus. Travellers Cheques. You have 3 options when it comes to buying euros in cash before you go. Using Your Cards in France. Debit Cards. Some great debit cards with competitive exchange rates and low fees include:.
Credit Cards. Prepaid Travel Cards. Give it to a friend that is travelling to Europe and make their day! Currency exchange bureaus at the airport charge epic fees. If you like a good deal — or even just a reasonable one — avoid these at all costs.
Not only this — nobody likes to tuck wads of notes into their socks and toiletries for safekeeping on longer journeys. Check your exchange rate — Google and XE.
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