
Thomas Cook (India) Limited, a leading omnichannel forex services provider, has strengthened its presence in Pune by inaugurating a new foreign exchange store in Balewadi. This expansion increases the company’s footprint to four forex outlets in Pune and 17 across Maharashtra, aligning with its aggressive nationwide growth strategy, which saw five new branches opened across India in the past six months.
Balewadi, a fast-developing hub in Pune’s northern periphery, was strategically selected for its proximity to key consumer segments, including students, corporate professionals, and leisure travelers. Its closeness to Hinjewadi, Pune’s largest corporate hub, ensures high demand for forex services among business travelers and working professionals with global travel needs.
The new Balewadi store offers a comprehensive range of foreign exchange products and services, catering to diverse customer needs. Thomas Cook’s forex solutions include prepaid travel cards in partnership with MasterCard and Visa, such as:
- Borderless Prepaid Multi-Currency Travel Card (12 global currencies)
- FX Enterprise Card for corporate use
- Study Buddy Card for students
- One Currency Card, India’s first prepaid card with zero cross-currency conversion fees
Additionally, the store provides cash in multiple global currencies, international remittance services covering over 120 countries, and Education Forex solutions for students studying abroad, including university fee transfers, living expenses, and travel-related services like discounted airfares and excess baggage options.
To cater to Pune’s digitally-savvy consumers, Thomas Cook offers convenient booking options via its Forex App, Online Forex services, and Forex on Mobile, ensuring seamless access to foreign exchange solutions anytime, anywhere. With the Balewadi store launch, Thomas Cook continues to tap into Pune’s high-growth market, reinforcing its position as a trusted forex partner for international travelers, students, and businesses.