Foreign Currency Exchange | GWK Travelex (2024)

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Choose from over 50 popular foreign currencies and convert your money online. Take advantage of our best rates and 0% commission. Foreign currency exchange Where can I exchange foreign currency in the Netherlands? Order your currency online and get discounted foreign money exchange How to order foreign money online with GWK Travelex Need to exchange foreign money in a hurry? Order currency through our Emergency Service Sell your leftover foreign currency FAQs References

Choose from over 50 popular foreign currencies and convert your money online. Take advantage of our best rates and 0% commission.

Foreign currency exchange

Exchange your euros for foreign currency orbuy currencies with your euros with the world’s leading experts

Planning a dream trip to a destination that doesn’t use euros? It’s always good to travel with local currency, especially for the first few days of your trip.

Before you set off, be sure pay us a visit and we’ll exchange your money and make sure you have the right currency to take with you.

It’s quick and easy to exchange your foreign currency with GWK Travelex. And don’t worry if you have foreign currency left over after your trip as we can also convert it back to euros for you. Afterall, nothing’s worse than having money you can’t spend.

Where can I exchange foreign currency in the Netherlands?

You can exchange foreign currency at any of our GWK Travelex branches. We always keep a good stock of euros, British pounds and American dollars. If you want to exchange other currencies then it’s best to call a GWK Travelex office in advance and we’ll make sure your desired quantity of foreign currency is ready for you when you come to collect it.

You’ll find us at major railway stations and airports throughout the Netherlands.

Order your currency online and get discounted foreign money exchange

The easiest way to convert and buy foreign currency (not euro) is through the GWK Travelex website. By ordering your foreign currency exchange online you’ll benefit from the most competitive GWK Travelex exchange rates and receive an attractive discount. In addition, when you order online foreign money with us you can also take advantage of our best rates and 0% commission.

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Europe North and South America Asia and Middle East Australia and Pacific Africa

Order Bulgarian lev
Order Danish krone
Order British pounds
Order Hungarian forints
Order Icelandic krone
Order Croatian kuna
Order Norwegian krone
Order Polish zloty
Order Romanian leu
Order Czech krone
Order Turkish lira
Order Swedish krone
Order Swiss francs

Order Brazilian real
Order Canadian dollars
Order Chilean peso
Order Costa Rica colon
Order Dominican peso
Order Jamaican dollars
Order Mexican peso
Order US dollars

Order Japanese yen
Order Chinese yuan
Order Indian rupee
Order Hong Kong dollar
Order Indonesian rupiah
Order Israeli shekel
Order Jordan dinar
Order South Korea won
Order Kuwaiti dinar
Order Malaysian ringgit
Order Omani rial
Order Qatari riyal
Order Saudi Arabian riyal
Order Singapore dollar
Order Taiwan dollar
Order Thai baht
Order Arab Emirates dirham
Order Sri Lankan rupee
Order Vietnamese dong
Order Russian rubel

Order Australian dollars
Order New Zealand dollars
Order Fijian dollar
Order Philippines peso

Order South-African rands
Order Maroccan dirham
Order Kenyan shilling
Order Mauritius rupee

How to order foreign money online with GWK Travelex

Ordering foreign currency online with GWK Travelex is quick and easy. Follow these 6 simple steps to take advantage of our best exchange rates and 0% commission:

Step 1: Select the currency you want and indicate how much you would like to buy.
Step 2: Choose a GWK Travelex branch in your local area.
Step 3: Select a date that you would like to pick up your foreign money.
Step 4: Enter your personal information and verify the data.
Step 5: Place your order and you will receive an order confirmation email.
Step 6: Visit your local GWK Travelex branch with a valid ID and order number to pick up your money.

Need to exchange foreign money in a hurry? Order currency through our Emergency Service

If you’re jetting off on a last-minute holiday we can fast-track your foreign money exchange. Simply order your foreign currency online via the GWK Travelex Emergency Service and we’ll have your travel money ready within 30 minutes and waiting for you to collect at our office in Schiphol Plaza.

Our emergency foreign exchange service offers the same benefits as ordering currency online and is available at no extra charge.

Need Euros?

Visit one of our 50 branches across The Netherlands to exchange your currency into euros.

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Use our currency converter tool to check our daily exchange rates andrate history, so that you can see if it’s a good time to buy.

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VAT Refunds

GWK Travelex is an agent of Premier Tax Free and Easy Tax Free. You can claim your VAT back at our store in Schiphol Plaza, at Schiphol Airport in Amsterdam.

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Discontinued our cash deposit service

As of November 1, 2023, we have discontinued the service allowing private account holders of SNS Bank or ASN Bank to deposit cash into their accounts. We apologize for any inconvenience.

Sell your leftover foreign currency

Flying home to the Netherlands with unspent currency? Don’t forget to visit a GWK Travelex branch once you land at the airport and we’ll exchange it back to any preferred currency for you.

The fee for exchanging foreign currency is 0,75% of the total, with a minimum of € 3,95 and a maximum of € 7,50 (unless otherwise indicated at the branch).

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Foreign Currency Exchange | GWK Travelex (2024)

FAQs

Is Travelex good for currency exchange? ›

Travelex have a number of handy store locations including the airport - but it's not your cheapest option. Exchange rates in-store aren't as good as online unless you are doing a larger amount over $2,000 and are prepared to negotiate. Even then, they may not offer you a rate as good as their own website.

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How much does Travelex charge for cash exchange? ›

Fees & charges

Travelex Money Card fee	Description and amount
“Currency conversion fee”	If you spend more money than you have in a certain currency. Travelex will use any money you hold in other currencies, exchanged at the Mastercard exchange rate plus a 5.95% markup

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What happened to Travelex USA? ›

2020 administration, restructuring and new ownership

On 26 May 2020, Travelex announced a wave of redundancies citing the COVID-19 pandemic. On 15 June 2020, Travelex announced that it had terminated its attempt to sell itself, the action having been originally announced by the business on 13 May 2020.

Where is the best place to exchange foreign currency? ›

Local banks and credit unions usually offer the best rates. Major banks, such as Chase or Bank of America, often offer the added benefit of having ATMs overseas. Online peer-to-peer foreign currency exchanges. Online bureaus or currency converters, such as Travelex, provide convenient foreign exchange services.

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Who has the best foreign currency exchange? ›

Online currency exchange brokers, such as Travelex, Eurochange, TravelFX, TorFX, and the Currency Online Group, are all likely to offer more competitive exchange rates compared to the high street banks. These providers offer a wide range of currencies for home delivery.

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What is the best day of the week to buy foreign currency? ›

Typically, the least busy times of the week are Mondays, mid-week and the weekend (excluding Friday). These days have the lowest number of transfers in the week, so you might expect to see less fluctuation in the mid-market rate.

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Is Travelex still operating? ›

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Travelex is the world's largest retail foreign exchange specialist. You can find us in 1,400 Bureau de Change outlets principally located in airports and tourist locations in over 100 airports, across 26 countries.

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What do you need to exchange money at Travelex? ›

Before approaching us for your Foreign Exchange for your Leisure travel, please ensure you have the following documents ready:

Valid Passport.
Proof of travel, Air ticket (departure within 60 days)
Proof of address.

Does Travelex work in the US? ›

The Travelex Travel Money Card can store USD for your travels in the USA. With the travel card, you can enjoy fee-free cash withdrawals, load multiple currencies, and automatically transfer funds online.

Which bank is best for currency exchange? ›

Financial institutions that allow you to exchange foreign currency

TD Bank: TD Bank has 55 types of currencies. ...
U.S. Bank: US Bank customers may exchange currency at a local branch or online. ...
Wings Financial Credit Union: Wings Financial Credit Union has over 90 different currencies.

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Is it better to go to bank or currency exchange? ›

Exchange rates at banks are slightly better than elsewhere. You can also order currency before you leave on your trip from a number of websites that will ship it to your home within a couple of days.

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Should I exchange money before I travel? ›

Before your trip, it's best to do a currency exchange at your bank or credit union, which likely offers better rates and fewer and/or lower fees. Your bank or credit union may buy back leftover foreign currency in exchange for dollars when you return.

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Which is better for currency exchange? ›

Banks and credit unions typically offer the best rates and minimal fees, making them a great option for currency exchange. Plus, they're regulated and follow stringent security standards. And if it's your own bank, you can easily manage and track your transactions.

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Can you use Travelex in USA? ›

What is the exchange rate commission for Travelex? ›

The applicable margin applied to the transaction amount is 5.95%.” If you're not happy with the rate offered by Travelex, or you don't want to have an extra margin of up to 5.95% added to your transactions, it might be time to find an alternative provider.

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