Where can I buy foreign currency in the US?

Your credit union or bank is your best option in the U.S. if you have to plan and exchange currency before you travel. They charge lesser fees compared to exchange bureaus, and when it comes to exchange rates, they have the best access. Most big banks at a local branch will trade personally to customers when they sell foreign currency.

Where can I exchange currency?

Citizens Bank: You may exchange currency at a branch. Contact a Citizens Bank branch for information on pricing. Chase Bank: Chase customers may exchange currency at local branches. You'll have to call your nearest branch to learn about transaction fees. First Citizens Bank: Customers may exchange over 70 types of currency at branches.

What is foreign currency exchange?

Foreign currency exchange is the act of exchanging one type of currency for another. For example, if you’re planning an international trip to Europe, you may want to plan ahead and exchange U.S. dollars for Euros so that you are prepared to cover cash expenses as soon as you arrive without having to stop at an exchange office at your destination.