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In the U.S. money or wire transfers are not the most common way to send money from one person to another. In Germany, unlike in the U.S., the idea of giving or sending someone a check doesn’t really exist. Bank transfers are universally used for everything from paying your bills, to signing up for services online (like Netflix), to small things like paying back a friend for a split purchase. There’s really not much to it.
Read MoreWhen you're packing and planning for what to take on a trip or time studying in Germany, figuring out how to get U.S. dollars exchanged for Euros is just another hassle you'll have to sort out along the way. While most people end up opting for using a cash exchange at an airport or train station, there are other options available that might may more sense for you, based on how long your trip is.
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