Where to exchange money in Waterloo

If you're planning a trip to Waterloo, it's important to know how to get the currency of the country you’re visiting. Also, you might want to know the current exchange rate and the best places to withdraw cash.

So, on this page, we’ll show you the best places to exchange currency in Waterloo, and we’ll show you an alternative, Wise – which may be cheaper and help you save the effort of going to a physical location – but more on this later.

Currency exchanges in Waterloo

If you have a need to use cash, here are some recommendations to exchange foreign currency in Waterloo.

Just remember, there's no such thing as completely free or 0% commission when exchanging money. Always check the mid-market exchange rate beforehand so you know the real value of your money.

Money Changer	Address	Contact Information
Comptoir de l'Or Waterloo	Chau. de Bruxelles 122, 1410 Waterloo, Belgium	+32 2 262 48 31
Wisseldirect	Winderickxplein 3, 1652 Beersel, Belgium	+32 2 669 30 30
DME CHANGE GOLD & EXCHANGE	Rue du Marché Aux Herbes 23, 1000 Bruxelles, Belgium	+32 2 513 01 16
Ria Money Transfer - Bpost	Chau. de Bruxelles 255, 1410 Waterloo, Belgium	+32 2 588 24 14

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Euro rate today

The accepted currency in Waterloo and across Belgium is the Euro.

However, when you visit a currency exchange, you'll find that they use currency codes. Specifically, the currency code for the Euro is EUR. Keep an eye out for this code if you're comparing exchange rates.

What you should know about exchanging money in Waterloo

When exchanging money in Waterloo or any foreign city, it's important to be aware how to get the best deals and avoid excessive charges and hidden fees. If you are planning on staying in Belgium long-term or looking to make a larger investment you could consider opening a local bank account. Otherwise, use the tips below to help avoid getting overcharged.

1. Be wary of 'zero fee' services
Some services claiming 'no commission' often offer poor exchange rates. These may not reflect the mid-market rate, similar to what you'd see when checking the rate on Google. This can lead to higher costs for you and more profits for them.

2. Research the exchange rate
Check what the current exchange rate is so it's easier to spot a bad deal from currency exchanges.

3. Avoid exchanging money at airports or hotels
It may be highly convenient, but airports and hotels will almost always offer poor rates and high transaction fees. Avoid this where possible.

4. Use ATMs strategically
Check if your local bank has partnerships in Belgium banks to avoid unwanted ATM fees. It's becoming less of a requirement, but it can be good to inform your bank before traveling too.

5. Pick local currency on ATMs and card payments
When using an ATM abroad, choose to be charged in Euro for a fairer rate and fees. The same applies if you get the option on card machines.

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Bottom line

From the list above you should have plenty of options for finding a physical currency exchange in Waterloo. If you'd like more options, try searching on a search engine like Google.
Finally, don't forget to check out Wise - The digital alternative to exchanging and spending cash abroad.

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