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Where is it better to exchange dollars for euros in Italy?

Theme: Banks and money · from messages of 2022-2025

The full article: cash in Italy: exchange, limits, ATMs.

In short

In Italy, dollars can be exchanged at exchange offices or post offices, but the rates are often unfavorable.

What the chats answered

In Italy, exchanging dollars for euros is only possible at exchange offices or post offices. Banks do not exchange currency without an account. The exchange rate can be unfavorable, with commissions up to 25%.

Some participants report that in major cities like Rome and Milan, you can find exchange offices with more acceptable rates. For example, in Milan, the rate may even be better than in Moscow.

It's better to exchange dollars in Russia beforehand, as the rates in Italy are often worse. However, if you have old dollars, they can sometimes be exchanged at banks, but this depends on the specific bank.

Some exchange offices may offer better conditions, especially in tourist areas, but be cautious of commissions and exchange terms. It's advisable to check the rate before exchanging.

Built from 45 similar questions and 19 answers across 3 chats; retold and anonymised, disagreements kept as a spread of opinions.

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The current procedure is set by your comune or the office running the service; the answers above are community experience from different years. Short curated answers on the theme - FAQ: Banks and money.

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This retells what chat members wrote; it is not official information and not legal advice.