Resources for Currency Exchange & Banking in Vienna

Currency Exchange

When traveling, exhange rates are typically more favorable at your destination than your origin, though it is often helpful to exchange at least some money before you leave. For the best exchange rate you typically want to exchange money at a bank during normal hours of operation or use your debit card at an ATM, which is called a Bankomat in Austria. If your ATM card uses a 6 digit pin code, you will need to to ask your bank for a new 4 digit code in order for it to work in Austria. You might also want to check your daily withdrawl limit and keep in mind the effect of the exchange rate.

The XE.com Universal Currency Converter

Banking

Services, rates, charges, and rules for opening accounts vary among banks. If you don't speak German, it may be best to go to a large centrally located branch for help in English. The Euro is the legal tender in Austria. The typical banking hours in Vienna are Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Friday 8:00am - 3:00pm and Thursday 8:00am - 5:30pm. Some branches close for lunch between 12:30pm and 1:30pm. You are likely to need at least your passport and a copy of your "bestatigung der meldung" (confirmation of residence registration) to open an account [see Accommodations].

Some of the Main Banks in Vienna

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