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Thomas Cook opens forex counters at Alluri Sitarama Raju International Airport in Bhogapuram
Sep-16-2026

Thomas Cook (India) has expanded its airport foreign exchange network with the opening of forex counters at Alluri Sitarama Raju International Airport, Bhogapuram, strengthening its presence in the Visakhapatnam market and the wider Andhra Pradesh region. The new counters will offer travellers convenient access to a range of foreign exchange services and currencies, supporting the growing international travel requirements of customers from Visakhapatnam and the surrounding markets.

The opening comes at a time when emerging cities are playing an increasingly important role in India’s forex ecosystem. According to the company’s India Forex Report 2026, Tier 2 cities account for 41% of overall forex demand, while Tier 3 cities contribute a further 12%. Together, these markets account for over half (53%) of overall forex demand, highlighting the growing contribution of Emerging India to the next phase of forex growth.

Visakhapatnam represents an important market within this broader shift. With the opening of Alluri Sitarama Raju International Airport, the region is gaining a new aviation gateway and expected to handle over 28 lakh domestic and international passengers annually. The airport currently has international connectivity to destinations including the UAE and Singapore, with the potential addition of further Southeast Asian routes expected to support international passenger growth from the region.

Thomas Cook (India) is the leading omnichannel travel company in the country offering a broad spectrum of services including foreign exchange, corporate travel, mice, leisure travel, value added services, and visa services.

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