Which countries have adopted the Euro?
As of 2011, 17 members of the European Union have adopted
the Euro as their official currency: Austria, Belgium,
Cyrpus, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece,
Ireland, Italy, Luxembourg, Malta, the
Netherlands, Portugal, Slovakia, Slovenia, and Spain.
For a current list or to learn about non-EU countries that
also accept the euro, visit the website of the European
Commission.
Where can I obtain or exchange foreign currency?
You can obtain or exchange foreign currency from foreign
exchange dealers, or from large commercial banks that
offer
this service. Check your yellow pages under "Foreign
Exchange Brokers" or conduct an Internet search.
Federal Reserve Banks do not offer this service.