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Wintrust International Services: Making travel easier, wherever you’re headed
Wintrust International Services: Making travel easier, wherever you’re headed
Planning an international trip or sending money overseas? Whether it’s for a vacation, a semester abroad, or helping family back home, Wintrust offers the tools and support you need to make international money matters simple and stress-free. From currency exchange to global payments as well as the peace of mind that comes with having your banker just a phone call away, Wintrust International Services are designed to make your life easier before, during, and after your travels.
Prepare before you depart
Before you even head to the airport, it’s worth making a quick stop at your local Wintrust Community Bank branch. We can help you exchange U.S. dollars for the foreign currency you’ll need on your trip. Many locations offer immediate access to euros, Canadian dollars, and British pounds, and if you're traveling somewhere with a different currency, we’ll place an order so you’re fully prepared before you leave. No scrambling at airport kiosks or paying high exchange rates at your destination — just convenience and peace of mind.
This is also a great time to connect with your banker and share your travel plans. It’s a small step that can help prevent disruptions, like fraud alerts or temporary card blocks while you’re abroad. Ask about any foreign transaction fees that might apply to your debit or credit cards and double-check that your online and mobile banking are set up and accessible. Having these things squared away before you leave can save you time and headaches once you’re on the move.
Stay on track while abroad
Once you’ve arrived at your destination, your focus should be on making memories — not worrying about money. With Wintrust’s international support, you can travel confidently, knowing you’ve got a trusted banking partner in your corner. If you need help while you’re away, whether it’s a misplaced card, a suspicious charge, or a question about transferring funds, your Wintrust banker is just a call or message away. You’ll talk to someone who knows you, understands your needs, and is ready to step in with personalized support. Wintrust also offers a responsive, U.S.-based call center designed to provide fast, easy access to real help when you need it most.
As you explore, use your cards at trusted businesses and withdraw cash only from secure ATMs. Keep an eye on your account activity using the Wintrust mobile app,1 and if anything doesn’t look right, reach out to your banker right away.
Wrap up when you get home
After the trip, don’t forget to take a few minutes to tie up your financial loose ends. Bring any leftover foreign currency back to your local Wintrust branch and we’ll exchange it back to U.S. dollars quickly and easily. It’s also a good idea to review your recent transactions to ensure everything looks correct. If you need to send a final international payment, maybe to settle a bill, reimburse a host, or send a gift to someone you met, Wintrust can take care of that, too. Our international payment services are fast and reliable, with funds typically arriving in just two business days. “To make things smoother, I always recommend sending funds in the local currency of the recipient to help avoid any underpayments due to exchange rate variability or deductions,” says Senior Vice President and Head of International Banking at Wintrust, Tom Beube.
No matter where your journey takes you, your Wintrust banker is your financial co-pilot, ready to support you at every step. From pre-trip planning to post-trip follow-up, we make international banking personal, convenient, and worry-free. That’s the power of a true banking relationship — someone who knows your goals, supports your plans, and makes even global travel feel just a little more local.
Ready to start planning your next adventure? See how Wintrust can help you get there — and back — with confidence.
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