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Online orders can include multiple currencies. Minimum online order value £250. Exchange rates in our shops may vary from those offered online. Click here for our bureau rates.  

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Sell travel money

Why buy travel money from John Lewis?

Buying your foreign currency from John Lewis is quick, easy and free from hidden costs. You can rest assured that you’ll be getting an excellent rate from a reputable seller, with no need to worry about expensive commission, all without leaving your house. Let us do the work so you can focus on that upcoming holiday.

Trust our rates

You can rest assured that you’re getting a great rate. We monitor the currency exchange market daily to ensure we are bringing you a competitive rate across 60 currencies.

Fast and simple

You can order travel money online and collect it at a Waitrose or John Lewis near you, or order it to be delivered to your home the next working day.

No hidden costs

We promise you’ll never be charged commission when buying travel money with us, so you can save your pennies for those memorable holiday moments.

Going somewhere nice?

Our guides are packed with travel money tips to help you prepare for your trip abroad.

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Today's online rates

Currency Online sell rate
Euro (EUR) 1.1288
US Dollar (USD) 1.1925
Polish Zloty (PLN) 4.989
Canadian Dollar (CAD) 1.5883
UAE Dirham (AED) 4.2938
South African Rand (ZAR) 22.1616
Australian Dollar (AUD) 1.8474
Bahamian Dollar (BSD) 1.1324
Bahraini Dinar (BHD) 0.4328
Barbadian Dollar (BBD) 2.2815
Bermudian Dollar (BMD) 1.134
Brazilian Real (BRL) 5.4392
Brunei Dollar (BND) 1.5444
Bulgarian Lev (BGN) 2.1279
Cayman Island Dollar (KYD) 0.902
Chilean Peso (CLP) 1013.7366
Chinese Yuan Renminbi (CNY) 8.2821
Colombian Peso (COP) 4434.1713
Costa Rican Colon (CRC) 595.5131
Czech Koruna (CZK) 26.2757
Danish Krone (DKK) 8.1436
Dominican Peso (DOP) 64.0639
East Caribbean Dollar (XCD) 3.0594
Fijian Dollar (FJD) 2.5226
French Polynesian Franc (XPF) 123.9929
Guatemalan Quetzal (GTQ) 8.6803
Hong Kong Dollar (HKD) 9.0005
Hungarian Forint (HUF) 418.7852
Icelandic Krona (ISK) 156.0941
Indonesian Rupiah (IDR) 17244.4821
Israeli Sheqel (ILS) 4.3695
Jamaican Dollar (JMD) 173.8356
Japanese Yen (JPY) 172.6947
Jordanian Dinar (JOD) 0.8097
Kuwaiti Dinar (KWD) 0.354
Malaysian Ringgit (MYR) 5.3462
Mauritian Rupee (MUR) 50.3654
Mexican Peso (MXN) 20.048
New Zealand Dollar (NZD) 1.9714
Norwegian Krone (NOK) 12.5897
Omani Rial (OMR) 0.4414
Philippine Peso (PHP) 63.3304
Romanian Leu (RON) 5.3603
Saudi Riyal (SAR) 4.3194
Singapore Dollar (SGD) 1.5768
South Korean Won (KRW) 1520.5421
Swedish Krona (SEK) 12.7518
Swiss Franc (CHF) 1.0783
Taiwan Dollar (TWD) 36.1125
Thai Baht (THB) 42.007
Turkish Lira (TRY) 29.8021
Vietnamese Dong (VND) 26643.9618

Rates on Wednesday 27 September 2023, 10:05

Exchange rates in our shops may vary from those offered online. Click here for our bureau rates.

27.9% APR
Representative (variable)

Earn triple points on your currency
with our Partnership Credit Card

Get rewarded with triple points on all eligible spend at John Lewis and Waitrose for the first 90 days from opening a Partnership Credit Card account, including when you pay for your John Lewis currency.

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Credit subject to status. T&Cs apply. 18 years +. UK Residents. John Lewis plc is a credit broker. NewDay Ltd is the lender.

Expert quote

“Taking cash abroad gives you the reassurance that you'll be able to pick up a taxi at the airport, pay for an ice cream on the beach, tip in restaurants and pay at local markets. Exchanging cash in advance ensures you get the best rate and avoids potential ATM charges.”

- Natalie Townsend, FX expert

Frequently asked questions

How do I buy currency from you?

You can buy currency from any of our open Bureau de Change desks in John Lewis shops.

You can also order online and choose Home Delivery or Click & Collect from Waitrose and John Lewis.

Exchange rates in our shops may vary from those offered online.

Does someone need to be home if I want my order delivered?

Yes, your order will be delivered by Royal Mail Special Delivery Guaranteed™ service and will need to be signed for by either you or someone else at your address.

What is click and collect?

Click & Collect allows you to order online and collect in store at selected Waitrose and John Lewis shops.

Simply select the Click & Collect option after you have confirmed the currency you are ordering. A collection date will be detailed in your confirmation email - we will send an email and an SMS message when your order is ready to collect. Your order will be held for seven days from the collection date.

You can collect your order at any time during the opening hours of the store.

What currency do I need?

It’s helpful to know what currency you’ll need when travelling abroad before you get there. This ensures you can jump right into the fun when you arrive. For guidance with what currency you require for your destination, use our rate table.

Are all currencies available?

John Lewis supplies up to 60 types of currency, to help keep you provided with cash for destinations as close as Paris to as far as Malaysia. To find out if we stock the currency you require, you can check the list on our rate table above.

Is it cheaper to withdraw cash abroad or exchange currency before you go?

Withdrawing holiday money abroad is great in an emergency, but you can’t guarantee the currency exchange rate will be the same as it was when you left home, and you might be subject to ATM fees. By exchanging currency with John Lewis before you go, you can be safe in the knowledge that you’ll get a great rate and you won’t be paying any commission.

Can you use a credit card to buy travel money?

Yes, you can absolutely use a credit card to buy your travel money. Better still if you use your Partnership Credit Card when buying your currency, we’ll give you 5 points on your Partnership Card for every £4 you spend.

It’s important to know that while we do not charge you extra to pay by credit card, some card issuers charge additional fees for foreign currency exchange payments, so it is always advisable to check with your bank first.

How much money do I need to take on holiday?

The amount of travel money you need to take on holiday depends on what kind of trip you’re taking, but it’s always smart to have a budget so you know what to expect. No matter how big or small your budget you should take multiple ways to pay with you, to keep you safe in every scenario. This could be cash, debit/credit cards or prepaid travel cards. If you end up with leftover foreign currency at the end of your trip, we’re happy to buy it back off you at a competitive rate.

How do I find my nearest Bureau?

Finding your closest Bureau has never been easier with our Bureau de Change locator, you just need to type in your postcode and check out your options.

If you don’t want to make the trip to a Bureau, you also have the option to order online and pick up from your nearest John Lewis or Waitrose or even have it delivered to your home the next working day.

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International Payments

Set up one-off or regular payments abroad with bank-beating exchange rates, no fees for payments over £3,000, and full reimbursement if the recipient bank charges you.

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We've carefully selected First Rate Exchange Services Ltd, the UK's largest supplier of travel money, to provide our Foreign Currency Exchange services.

John Lewis Finance and John Lewis & Partners Bureau de Change are both trading names of John Lewis plc. Registered office: 171 Victoria Street, London SW1E 5NN. Registered in England (Registered Company Number 233462). John Lewis plc introduce the panel of carefully chosen providers in Bureau de Change products and services, whom each hold the appropriate licences with the Financial Conduct Authority and HMRC.

Foreign Currency online from both John Lewis Finance and John Lewis & Partners is provided by First Rate Exchange Services Limited registration number 04287490 (Money Service Business licence number MLR-64068), whose registered office is at Great West House, Great West Road, Brentford, West London, TW8 9DF England.

John Lewis Finance is a trading name of John Lewis plc, registered in England with company number 233462, registered office: 171 Victoria Street, London SW1E 5NN. Authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority (FRN 724309). Credit is provided by NewDay Ltd, a company registered in England and Wales with registered number 7297722, registered office: 7 Handyside Street, London, N1C 4DA. NewDay Ltd is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority with number 690292 and is also authorised by the Financial Conduct Authority under the Payment Services Regulations 2017 (Ref no: 555318) for the provision of payment services.

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