Buy euros (EUR)

We all want to get the best rates possible for euros when heading abroad. However, the optimal time to convert your British pounds to euros is difficult to predict, as fluctuations from economic indicators, geopolitical events, and market sentiment happen daily. 

Ultimately, it depends on your individual circumstances, travel plans, and willingness to monitor the market. To help keep track of the euros market, we have a useful rate tracker you can sign up to.

You can currently spend your euros (notes and coins) in 20 countries: 

• Austria
• Belgium
• Croatia
• Cyprus
• Estonia
• Finland
• France
• Germany
• Greece
• Ireland
• Italy
• Latvia 
• Lithuania
• Luxembourg
• Malta
• Montenegro
• The Netherlands
• Portugal
• Slovakia
• Slovenia
• Spain

Please be aware that despite being in Europe, these countries don’t use the Euro: 

• Albania — their currency is the lek
• Armenia — their currency is the dram
• Belarus — their currency is the ruble
• Bosnia-Herzegovina — their currency is the convertible mark
• Bulgaria — their currency is the lev
• Czech Republic — their currency is the koruna
• Denmark — their currency is the kroner
• Georgia — their currency is the lari
• Hungary — their currency is the forint
• Iceland — their currency is the krona
• Kazakhstan — their currency is the tenge
• Liechtenstein — their currency is the Swiss franc
• Macedonia — their currency is the denar
• Moldova — their currency is the leu
• Norway — their currency is the krone
• Poland — their currency is the zloty
• Romania — their currency is the leu
• Russia — their currency is the ruble
• Serbia — their currency is the dinar
• Sweden — their currency is the kronor
• Switzerland — their currency is the franc
• Turkey — their currency is the lira
• Ukraine — their currency is the hryvnia

You can purchase your currency from us via credit or debit card. Regardless of how you buy your euros from us (online or in-store), rest assured, we won't impose any credit card handling fees. Please be mindful that your card provider might charge fees like cash advance fee, so it's advisable to confirm with them before purchasing your euros.

Yes! With our Buy Back Promise we can buy back your unused euro notes at any one of our UK retail stores at the original transaction exchange rate up to a maximum value of £250, for just a fee of £4.99. Learn more about our Buy Back Promise.

You have the flexibility to use your credit and debit cards across Europe, but be aware that your bank may impose a transaction fee for international card usage. These non-sterling charges can range depending on your provider.

Yes, cash is still frequently used in Europe. We would recommend a balance of cash for tips, taxis, and little treats, and the Travelex Money Card for peace of mind on larger purchases when travelling.

Not all countries in Europe use the Euro as their official currency, so it’s worth checking before you travel and ordering your currency ahead of your departure. 

Some EU member states, such as Croatia, only recently adopted the Euro, whereas others, such as Hungary and Poland, have not yet adopted the Euro but will once they meet the EU’s necessary conditions.