Why are CaixaBank ATMs in Barcelona so complex?

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During a recent trip to Barcelona, I regularly encountered CaixaBank ATMs, with an incredible array of buttons, slots and displays.

CaixaBank ATM

The first time I tried to use one I tapped the touchscreen, which gave me many unusual options, none of which were anything to do with withdrawing cash. Embarrassingly it took me a couple of days to understand I had to insert a card into one of the many slots to start a withdrawal!

But I'm curious - what are all the other slots for? Why does it need two separate screens and multiple keypads?



Best Answer

It looks like a self service terminal, which allows (probably only CaixaBank) customers to do all sorts of tasks like executing wiretransfers, deposit cash, insert wire transfer paper templates, cheques etc.




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How can I avoid ATM fees in Spain?

Travel cards \u2014 with innovative multi-currency accounts and traditional banks alike \u2014 offer good methods for avoiding fees when withdrawing cash from ATMs. There are usually three types of travel cards: prepaid travel cards, debit travel cards, and credit travel cards.

How do I withdraw money from CaixaBank?

At CaixaBank we make it very easy for you to take out cash without needing to carry either a passbook or a card on you. Did you know that you can withdraw money at our ATMs without a passbook or a card? out of an ATM without a card".

Where can I withdraw money in Barcelona?

Here are the ranges for each bank:
  • Kutxabank: no fees.
  • Banca March: no fees.
  • Deutsche Bank: no fees.
  • ING: no fees.
  • Bilbao Bizkaia Kutxa (BBK): no fees.
  • Unicaja Banco: no fees.
  • Eurocaja Rural: no fees.
  • iberCaja: no fees - \u20ac1.75.


How much does it cost to withdraw cash in Spain?

Withdrawal limits at many Spanish ATMs are usually around \u20ac300 a day. If you're using a foreign debit, credit or cash card, you may have to pay withdrawal fees which can range from around 50 cents to around \u20ac3 per withdrawal.



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