Press room

As part of the progress towards the opening of the new single passenger terminal at Jorge Chávez International Airport, Lima Airport Partners (LAP) has selected Global Exchange as the provider of international foreign exchange services. The commercial agreement, signed for 10 years, involves the opening of 3 offices in the new terminal which is expected to start operating by the end of 2024.

‘’For LAP, partnering with Global Exchange, a company with such an extensive experience in airports and foreign exchange, is an important contribution that will enhance the experience of our thousands of passengers and users. This service is essential, especially for the thousands of domestic and international tourists who visit us daily. The Global Exchange experience of Global Exchange will allow us to place Jorge Chávez at the forefront of the most recognised airports in the world', states Lucio Benavente, Retail and Experience Manager at Lima Airport Partners.

Meanwhile, Santiago Calderón, Corporate Director of Retail Business of Global Exchange Group, pointed out that ‘Peru is an important country and the New Jorge Chávez will be a turning point in its history, stimulating not only its tourism sector, but also its commercial and financial sectors. In these activities, having a safe, fast and transparent currency exchange service such as the one we provide at Global Exchange is essential. We are very proud LAP has trusted us with this service and we are sure that we will contribute to the prestige and reputation of Nuevo Jorge Chávez’.

Since its founding in 1996 in Spain, Global Exchange Group has developed a wide international experience. It currently operates in 25 countries on five continents and major airports (Sydney, Hong Kong, Istanbul, Paris -Charles de Gaulle and Orly-, Madrid, Santiago de Chile, Rio de Janeiro, Mexico, etc), where it has a network of more than 380 offices and 2,400 employees. In 2023, it served 12 million customers worldwide.

Thanks to the proven experience and trajectory of Global Exchange, passengers and international tourists passing through Jorge Chávez International Airport will benefit from an efficient, reliable and personalised foreign exchange service. Plus, the company's continuous communication and relationship with both LAP and the Central Reserve Bank of Peru, guarantees a secure and transparent performance.