SBI Launches 24/7 Banking & Forex at Noida International Airport

New Delhi, March 28, 2026: The inauguration of the Noida International Airport (NIA) in Jewar on March 28, 2026, marks a transformative moment for India’s aviation and financial landscapes. Among the key highlights of the opening ceremony, Debasish Mishra, a senior representative of the State Bank of India (SBI), emphasized the bank’s commitment to providing seamless, round-the-clock financial services to global and domestic travelers.

As the primary lender for the airport’s first phase—having sanctioned a credit of ₹3,725 crore in 2021—SBI has established a robust presence within the terminal to support the expected 12 million annual passengers.

24/7 Forex and Banking: Empowering Global Travelers

In his address, Mishra underscored that SBI’s infrastructure at the airport is designed to meet the high-pressure demands of an international aviation hub. The cornerstone of this service is the 24/7 Foreign Exchange (Forex) counter, which ensures that international passengers can convert currency at any time of the day or night, regardless of flight schedules.

Key Banking Features at NIA:

• Comprehensive Forex Solutions: Travelers can access competitive exchange rates for major global currencies, purchase or reload SBI Multi-currency Foreign Travel Cards, and settle international transactions instantly.
• Strategic Terminal Presence: SBI has deployed high-tech banking kiosks and full-service branches at critical junctions, including the Forecourt, Check-in Hall, and the Domestic Arrival Hall.
• Digital Integration: The bank is leveraging its digital suite, including the YONO platform and specialized UPI services for international tourists, allowing for a paperless and contactless banking experience within the airport premises.

A “Logistics Gateway” for North India

The Noida International Airport (IATA: DXN) is envisioned not just as a transit point, but as North India’s premier logistics and economic gateway. By providing uninterrupted banking operations, SBI aims to facilitate the financial flow required for the massive cargo operations expected at the site, which will initially handle 2.5 lakh metric tonnes of goods annually.

Mishra noted that the bank’s role extends beyond traditional retail banking; it acts as a financial backbone for the various MSMEs, traders, and logistics firms that will operate out of the Jewar region. The availability of real-time credit facilities and treasury services 24/7 is expected to significantly reduce the “turnaround time” for businesses involved in international trade.

Shaping the Future of Passenger Experience

With commercial flights expected to take off in full swing by May 2026, the collaboration between the Yamuna International Airport Private Limited (YIAPL) and SBI highlights a shift toward “smart” infrastructure.

The presence of a 24/7 banking partner ensures that the “Indian warmth and hospitality” mentioned by airport officials is backed by the reliability of India’s largest public sector lender. For the residents of Western Uttar Pradesh and the NCR, this marks the beginning of an era where world-class travel and world-class banking converge at a single point.