Founder

Justin Rampono

Justin is a financial services professional with over 20 years of experience in foreign exchange. He has worked in all levels of industry from banks to corporates to startups.

Most recently, he founded, built and sold thecurrencyshop.com.au, thecurrencyshop.co.nz and exiap.com

Qualifications

FINSIA Graduate Diploma ­ Applied, Finance and Investment 2002 - 2006 Curtin University Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com.), Accounting and Finance 1996 - 2000

Previous Experience

Founder
The Currency Shop
Helping clients save money by comparing exchange rates from foreign exchange companies and driving them better deal.

Articles written by Justin Rampono

Greek Currency

Currency in Greece

A Travel Money Guide to Greece Famous for the Acropolis, Mt Olympus, the white and blue rooftops of Santorini, and cruises through the Greek islands under a dark blue sky, Greece is easily one of our favourite holiday destinations. And if you’ve worked for this trip, there’s no doubt you’ll want to stretch the savings as far as they’ll go.   What currency does Greece use? By far, the most widely used currency across all of Greece is the Euro. Interestingly, the currency sign for the euro (€) resembles the Greek letter epsilon (Ɛ). The currency code for the euro […]

French Currency - Currency in France

Currency in France

A Travel Money Guide to France France is rarely missed on a trip to Europe and so learning about the French currency is important. With the The Eiffel Tower, The Louvre, Notre-Dame and the Palace of Versailles, France is full of places to visit. There’s no doubt you’re going to fall in love with in France. But you can make your savings go even further with a few clever choices, including how you’ll exchange currency and pay for things in France.  

Currency exchange in Finland

Currency in Finland

A Travel Money Guide to Finland Away from the well-trodden tourist track, Finland remains a shining gem to discover. Beyond its spectacular Northern Lights shows, its heavily forested lands, and its sauna traditions, most of us don’t know much else about Finland. So now you’ve got your itinerary locked in and you’re ready to discover this wonderful country, it’s time to get up to speed on all things money-related in Finland.   What currency is used in Finland? The official currency of Finland is the monetary unit of the European Union: the Euro. The euro was introduced to Finland in […]

Currency in Estonia

Currency in Estonia

A Travel Money Guide to Estonia It might be a small country but Estonia packs plenty into its charming old towns, stunning islands, and sandy beaches. Of course, you’ll want your money to go far. And it hurts to squander savings on unnecessary fees and poor exchange rates just to pay for things overseas.   What Currency does Estonia use? The official currency of Estonia is the euro, commonly written as the currency code EUR or with the sign €. One euro is a base unit, made up of 100 cents. Estonia joins many other European countries in writing its […]

Currency in Holland and Currency in the Netherlands

Currency in Holland

A Travel Money Guide to Holland You’re finally heading to the Netherlands (also called Holland). You’ll have a chance to explore the canals of Amsterdam, photograph windmills, browse cheese markets, stroll through tulip fields, and visit the artworks of the Old Dutch Masters.   What currency is used in the Netherlands? The official currency in holland and currency of the Netherlands is the Euro. The Netherlands adopted the euro as the official currency in 2002. Eighteen other European Union members have adopted the euro as legal tender, making up what is commonly called the eurozone. The euro is commonly written […]

Currency in Cyprus

Currency in Cyprus

A Travel Money Guide to Cyprus A small island that is famous for its stunning coastline and its ancient history, Cyprus has a lot to offer. If you’re heading to Cyprus, you can stretch your budget by making a few simple, clever changes to the way you pay overseas.   What currency is used in Cyprus? The official currency of the Republic of Cyprus is the Euro, the European Union monetary unit adopted by 18 other EU countries, collectively called the eurozone. The euro replaced its old Cypriot currency – the Cypriot pound – in 2008. The common symbol for […]