July 26 - Wells Fargo Brings Foreign Exchange Services to Savannah and the East

Last Updated on Monday, 25 July 2011 09:07 Written by From Staff Reports Sunday, 26 June 2011 00:00

New service starts in Georgia and two other Southeast states first

July 26, 2011 – Wells Fargo has opened international teller sites at two Savannah banking stores and 19 others in Georgia. For the first time, customers and non-customers can purchase and leave with foreign currency from these dedicated international teller sites, at the point of sale. Previously, banking stores ordered currency for customer delivery.

“Many travelers need foreign currency as soon as they arrive at their travel destination, for expenses like taxis, tips or meals,” said Emily Galloway, Savannah community bank president. “We know our customers appreciate this convenience and we are pleased to offer foreign exchange services at these locations.”

The Savannah locations with the service are at 136 Bull Street and 20 Bank Street. Others in Georgia are in Augusta and Atlanta. In all, 35 bank stores in Alabama, Tennessee and Georgia are the first in the East to become international teller sites. Wells Fargo first began offering the service to customers in the West in 1999.

“Whether traveling for business or on vacation, our customers need the convenience and flexibility of immediate access to foreign currencies,” said Gregg Napoli, executive vice president and head of Foreign Exchange Services for Wells Fargo. “By adding these new international teller sites, we can better help customers on the East Coast with their travel planning and finances.”

An easy way for customers to find the nearest location is to click on International Teller Sites at wellsfargo.com/foreignexchange or call 1-800-626-9430. Those interested are encouraged to call ahead to see what currencies are on hand. Wells Fargo offers over 70 varieties of foreign currency. If not carried in-store, a currency can be ordered and ready for pickup in as little as two business days. Or customers can also have currency shipped to their homes by placing an order online or through the 800-number. For those visiting bank stores, a small fee may be charged to non-customers.