Tag:amenity=bureau_de_change
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 amenity = bureau_de_change
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An office that exchanges foreign currency and travellers cheques. 
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A bureau de change (also known as money changer or currency exchange) is a generally small office or kiosk that changes foreign bank notes and travelers cheques. It is an important amenity for tourists and in some countries, like the Philippines, is an important part of everyday life.
How to map
Set a node or draw as an area along the bureau de change outline. Tag it with amenity=bureau_de_change and name=*.
Tags used in combination
Similar tags
- amenity=bank – A bank with counter service offering a variety of financial services, often including money exchange.
- amenity=atm – An automated teller machine or cash point.
- amenity=money transfer – Shops that are primarily dedicated to sending or receiving cash to or from other countries, a service offered by companies such as Western Union, Ria or Moneygram.
Photos
Electronic signs showing currency exchange rates are quite common at these shops
A bureau de change in Kings Cross, London
Currency exchange office in Almaty, Kazakhstan
One possible icon for representing a bureau de change (not used by anyone)
