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Sterling into Euros

Hi everyone.

Apologies in advance if this is not the correct place to post this query, however I am looking to exchange £900 sterling into euros as I'm off on holiday!

Given that the rate is so poor at present, would it be cheaper if;

I withdraw the money in France from an ATM machine or I exchange the money in France?

Many thanks

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  • AnotherJoe
    AnotherJoe Posts: 19,622 Forumite
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    Its not the right place. Try this MSE link .
  • metrobus
    metrobus Posts: 1,784 Forumite
    Part of the Furniture 1,000 Posts Combo Breaker
    Get a fee free credit card eg Halifax clarity and withdraw in France making sure you withdraw without conversion avoiding the dynamic currency conversion scam,then pay it off online /mobile immediately.
    That way you will get the Mastercard rate and pay no interest.
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