Where is the best place to buy euros with U.S. dollars?

Banks and credit unions are generally the best places to exchange currency, with reasonable exchange rates and the lowest fees.



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US dollars: I carry $100–200 as a backup. While you won't use it for day-to-day purchases, American cash in your money belt comes in handy for emergencies, such as when banks go on strike or your ATM card stops working. I've been in Greece and Ireland when every bank went on strike, shutting down without warning.

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Overall, the prospects are favourable for the EUR/USD exchange rate to appreciate in 2023. The Euro declined significantly against the US Dollar in 2022. After hitting a decade low in September 2022, the Euro has rebounded to more historically normal levels.

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Buy currency before you travel.
Doing so gives you time to shop around for the best rate. Plus, when you arrive, you won't have to immediately find a bank or currency exchange. Do some research ahead of time to see if US dollars are widely accepted at places you plan to go to.

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