Where to Find a Great Currency Exchange Rate in Wollongong

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Going to a currency exchange before a holiday can be exciting, but you will often be paying hidden fees that are baked into the exchange rate.

With a prepaid travel card from Wise, you get the market exchange rate (the one you see on Google) with low fees and complete transparency.

Currency Exchange in Wollongong

There are different ways you can exchange money in Wollongong. Your options span from using a money changer like Unimoni and The Currency Exchange or to any of the big four banks. But which way will be the most cost-effective method for you? Find out how you can save when you buy travel money in Wollongong.

Where to exchange money in Wollongong

Wollongong has a range of different money changers. This is the best way to get popular currency quickly.

You can save on currency exchange even through a bank. Most people try to avoid using a bank, but they are the best option for uncommon or exotic currencies. Due to the larger stocks and variety of currencies, bank exchange rates will be comparatively better than money changers.

Most banks don't hold currency in each branch. So if you do want to use your bank to buy currency, you'll need to order it online and pick it up from the local branch.

Money Changer Address Phone
Unimoni Wollongong Central, Shop N05K, Ground Floor, 200 Crown St 0417 111 763
The Currency Exchange Wollongong Central, Shop N122, 200 Crown St (02) 4226 6926

Get better exchange rates online

Quite often, ordering online is the cheapest and easiest way to buy currency. It usually takes between 2 and 5 business days before the currency is ready, so you can't do it at the last minute.

How to order currency online

1

Select your currency and amount Then choose delivery or pick-up

2

Pay Pay by card, Bpay or bank transfer

3

Get your cash In 2-5 business days

Money exchange reviews

Travel Money Oz Review

Travel Money Oz have excellent service both in-store and over the phone. They have very good rates online, but store rates vary. There are no fees and ID is required for amounts over $1000.

Unimoni (formally UAE Exchange)

Unimoni (formally known as UAE Exchange) have friendly, professional service with some of the best exchange rates for cash. There are bank limits for eftpos and photo ID is required.

Travelex

Travelex have an exceptional range of products, payment options and a good stock of currencies. Their foreign exchange rates are much better if you order online and pick up in-store.

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Ileana Ionescu
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With a background in business journalism, Ileana is an experienced content manager, creating content for Exiap that helps its audience make informed decisions about their finances.
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Last updated
November 2nd, 2023