For information on exchanging money in the UK or to exchange money to be sent home, you can contact your bank.

 

Whether you are exchanging your national currency to British pounds (or 'pound sterling’) when you first arrive in the UK, or if you are exchanging British pounds into your national currency for when you send money home or return to your national country, will depend on the exchange rate, which can vary from day to day.

 

Exchange rates are usually displayed where you exchange money. You can also check rates online by typing 'currency converter' or 'exchange rate' into a search engine. Check the rates are up to date. 

For information on sending or wiring money to your national country from your bank account, contact your bank. They can tell you about any charges for sending money home and how long it will take to be deposited.