Your trusted currency exchange in Ticino.

For more than thirty years, we have been a point of reference for Swiss franc–euro exchange and the main foreign currencies, at the daily rate. At our 14 branches, we buy used gold and offer investment gold bars and coins.

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OUR SERVICES

Currency exchange and gold services in Ticino

In-branch exchange

Cash exchange of Swiss francs and euros (CHF/EUR) and major foreign currencies at the counter, at the daily rate, with no hidden fees and no booking.

How it works

Online exchange — Swimo

Swimo is Mondial Change’s online platform for CHF/EUR exchange. Change from home in a few clicks, with an instant preview of the amount.

Go to swimo.swiss

We buy your gold

We assess and buy your used gold at the best price, referenced to the official international exchange fixing. Immediate cash payment at the counter.

Sell your gold

We sell gold bars and coins

Investment gold bars and coins, with advice from our specialised staff and Mondial Change’s long-standing experience.

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+14
Branches
+15'000
Clients served every year
+40'000
Opening hours every year
+400'000
Exchange transactions every year
WHY CHOOSE US

The densest exchange network in Ticino

Territorial coverage

Branches along the main routes towards Italy, always close to you.

Extended hours

Open continuously, including Saturdays and, in Chiasso and Cadenazzo, Sundays. Exchange at the counter with no appointment.

Security and transparency

More than thirty years of experience, specialised staff, compliant procedures and always-clear rates.

Gold sale: immediate valuation and payment

Quotes tied to the official fixing, immediate valuation and cash payment up to CHF 100’000.

CURRENCY EXCHANGE

Currency exchange across Ticino: in branch or online

Two ways to exchange Swiss francs for euros and euros for Swiss francs: in branch with our staff or online with Swimo, our digital brand.

In branch

Exchange at the counter

Visit one of the 14 branches to immediately exchange Swiss francs for euros and vice versa in cash. You can also exchange the main foreign currencies, always at the daily rate and with dedicated assistance.

  • ✓ Swiss francs, euros and main foreign currencies
  • ✓ No appointment needed
  • ✓ Daily rate displayed and transparent
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Online

Online exchange with Swimo

Swimo is the online CHF/EUR exchange platform. Enter the amount, immediately see what you receive and complete your exchange from home.

  • ✓ Automatic exchange through a virtual IBAN
  • ✓ Instant preview of the amount you receive
  • ✓ Direct credit to your account
Go to swimo.swiss

Swimo is a separate online service. You will be redirected to swimo.swiss.

GOLD

Investment gold and used gold buyback

From selling used gold to buying investment gold. Quotes referenced to the official fixing of international markets and immediate cash payment for used gold.

We buy used gold

Bring your gold to a branch for a transparent valuation and immediate cash payment at the counter, up to CHF 100’000. The quote references the official fixing.

1 · Valuation

Testing and weighing your gold in branch.

2 · Quote

Quote set according to the day’s fixing.

3 · Payment

Cash at the counter up to CHF 100’000.

4 · Taxation

Sell where it pays off: in Switzerland the gain on gold is 0%, versus 26% in Italy.

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FIDELITY APPThe exchange worth its weight in gold

Mondial Change Loyalty

With the Mondial Change app, you earn points by exchanging Swiss francs for euros and turn them into rewards, including gold bars. Check your points balance, exchange history, branches and opening hours directly in the app.

Sign-up is free. The Fidelity programme is managed through the Mondial Change app.

Mondial Change Loyalty
BRANCHES

Our branches across Ticino

14 branches, always close to you. Find the address, hours and phone number of each location.

Via delle Scuole 2, 6900 Lugano

Lun–Ven 08:00–19:30
Sab 08:00–19:00

+41 91 971 50 40

REVIEWS

What our customers say

4.6on Google · 300 reviews
Mondial Change branch on Via delle Scuole, Lugano
ABOUT US

Mondial Change: a Ticino company rooted in its territory

Mondial Change SA was founded more than thirty years ago from the historic offices of Lugano Cassarate and Gandria. Over the years, the network has expanded to densely cover the whole Ticino territory.

Today, Mondial Change is a leader in currency exchange in Ticino and combines three areas of activity — exchange, gold and Fidelity — serving a broad, growing clientele, largely made up of cross-border commuters.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

REVIEWS

What our customers say

4.6on Google · 300 reviews
CONTACT

Write to us, we reply quickly

Do you have a question about currency exchange, gold or Fidelity? Fill in the form or visit one of our branches.