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Ria Money Transfer Tromsø
Christina Mandahl, Marketing Manager at Ria Money Transfer & Currency Exchange in Norway says that doing your homework before you travel is a great way to save money and get the most out of your trip.
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“Buying currency at the destination is also a good option for many travelers if they can’t purchase it beforehand. Just be sure to avoid the airport kiosks as their rates are often lower and their fees are often the highest,” she explains.
Ria is a leading money transfer company, globally, with 30 years’ experience and a huge network in around 150 countries. In 2019, the company opened a store in Tromsø at Storgata 32, 9008 Tromsø which is the company’s northernmost Ria store in Europe. The Ria store in Tromsø currently allows customers to change more than 40 global currencies into Norwegian kroners.
“We’re easy to get to, our store is located at the main street of Tromsø which has lots of transport links, and the famous Tromsø Cathedral church, One of Norway's largest wooden churches the world's northernmost Protestant cathedral. Tromsø is also famous for Aurora Borealis which occurs from October until February.” says the Marketing Manager.
“Ria aim to offer the best exchange rates in the city, every day. We also offer special rates for larger amounts and if customers have any currency left after their holiday, we will buy it back without any commissions,” she affirms.
2 ways to exchange currency in Tromsø
- Reserve your foreign currency in advance over the phone by calling the Ria store on +47 474 65 116. The staff will prepare your money ready for you to collect instore.
- Visit our Ria’s store located at Storgata 32, 9008 Tromsø and speak with a foreign exchange specialist in person. They will make the exchange for you on the spot.
Christina adds that Ria also offers worldwide money transfer services. “If customers need to send or receive money from abroad, we are very happy to look after them. Most transactions can be paid using cash, credit or debit card. We look forward to welcoming new customers to the store and helping to make their experience in this beautiful city a memorable one.”
Ria Money Transfer & Currency Exchange is open 6 days a week, Monday to Saturday from 10am (10:00) to 6pm (18:00).