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When it comes to currency exchange, Marbella has plenty of options. These include airports, hotels, banks, Bureaux de Change (i.e., foreign currency exchange providers or street kiosks) and ATMs. Best of all are ATMs which are available more often and tend to offer the cheapest rates. Find out more on currency exchange Marbella below.

 

Airport, hotels or Travelex counters

Airport, hotels or Travelex counters can be some of your most trusted spots for changing money. They’re also more expensive. On the flip side, Marbella’s currency exchanges at these locations accurately report current exchange rates, so that you know where you stand before you enter the city.

 

Banks

Banks open Monday to Friday from 8am to 2pm with variations, while some also work on Saturday until 1pm. Come the winter period (October to April), and many banks may only operate once a week in the afternoon. Marbella’s banks tend to offer better currency exchange rates than Bureaux de Change, but generally prefer to cater only to their own clients – particularly in areas less frequented by tourists, although the major banks like BBVA and/or Santander, are less likely to show you their door.

Note that you’ll be charged extra on your card (called “commission fees”) each time you use another bank’s ATM, and that fees in Spain will be higher (up to €5 or more), since you’re performing an international transaction. In addition, Marbella’s bank tend to charge their own fees and rates, plus a one-time €5 fee for using the ATM. You may want to ask your bank about international withdrawal fees, before you travel.

 

ATMS

You’re likely to find a convenient ATM easily. Banks will charge you a one-time €5 withdrawal fee; use the machine in banks rather than on the streets – they’re safer.

Other things you’ll want to know regarding Marbella’s currency exchange:

• An ATM sounds like a good idea until you see the large international fees. You’d want to withdraw your funds in smaller amounts to cut down on the cost.
• Know your card. Many debit and credit cards attach a fee for foreign transactions. Some of these costs can be large, depending on the card you use, so you’ll want to look into transaction fees and cards before you travel. You may also want to request a more expensive no foreign transaction fee credit card which advertises low or no fees on foreign transactions, connects to extensive international ATM networks, and may waive extra fees for currency conversion.

 

Bureaux de Change

Avoid street vendors when possible. Many, not all, tend to to rip tourists off with dated currency or inaccurate sum. If you do use these forex converters, you’re likely to find cheaper forex rates in towns rather than the smaller areas, since these traders tend to be more competitive. Tourists tend to like vendors for their long hours. You may find also some operations open on Sundays, usually 11:00-15:00.

 

In short

Banks, street kiosks and ATMs are your best choice for currency exchange in Marbella. While street kiosks are you most convenient, ATMs are your cheapest. Banks and ATMs are also more secure, reliable and safer than street kiosks. Frommer’s advises that you carry at least two days-worth of euros with you before you travel to Marbella.

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