Banking Services at GIG Airport
Travelers passing through Rio de Janeiro Galeao Airport (GIG) have access to a broad range of banking services to cater to their financial needs. Here, we provide an overview of the available services, including Automated Teller Machines (ATMs), Banks/Credit Unions, and Currency Exchange Services.
Automated Teller Machines (ATMs)
For easy access to cash, GIG houses several ATMs from leading banks. These include the Banco Bradesco ATM located in Terminals 1 and 2 on the first level, and the Banco Itaú ATM, also found in Terminals 1 and 2 on the first level. Banco Santander has an ATM in both Terminal 1 and 2 on level 1, and Banco HSBC has ATMs on the first floor of both Terminal 1 and Terminal 2. All ATMs are operational 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
Airport Banks & Credit Unions
Several banks have branches within the airport for more comprehensive banking services. These include Banco do Brasil Branch, Caixa Econômica Federal Branch, Banco Itaú-Unibanco Branch, Banco Bradesco Branch, and Banco Santander Branch. Each of these banks is located in Terminal 1 on the first level, except for Banco Bradesco Branch and Banco Santander Branch, which are located in Terminal 2 on the first floor. The branches are open from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm from Monday to Friday.
Tips, Help & Resources
iFly.com helps guide you through Rio de Janeiro Galeao Airport and the airports of the world. Here are a few popular topics which can help you get through GIG stress-free:
- Should an emergency arise, the airport is equipped to meet the needs of those with special requirements and offer medical care for minor medical issues.
- If you have some time before your flight's departure time, be sure to browse the food and cafe scene, or peruse the shops located throughout the terminals. You can even surf iFly using GIG's free wifi!
- Once you have gone through the security checkpoint, you can pull up the interactive GIG airport maps to locate your gate, as well as the various eateries and stores that are accessible along your journey.
- If you have a few minutes to spare before your flight leaves, why not grab a snack, sip a coffee, or take a look around the stores. See all your Rio de Janeiro Galeao Airport food options here.
- In the planning stage and haven’t purchased your ticket yet? Be advised that sometimes nearby airports to Ilha do Governador, RJ offer better fares or more convenient flight schedules.
Currency Exchange Services
For travelers needing to exchange foreign currency, GIG offers several options. Banco Safra Currency Exchange is located in Terminal 1, Arrivals Sector C, and Terminal 2. Bradesco Exchange is in Terminal 1, Arrivals Sector C. GetMoney Turmalina is located in Terminal 1, level 1, Arrivals Sector B. And AMEX Currency Exchange is located in Terminal 2. All these services, except for AMEX, are available from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm from Monday to Friday.
The information on this web page is for general reference only. For the most accurate and up-to-date details, check with the airport directly.
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