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Foreign cash

As soon as you arrive at your destination, you'll find that you often need some cash for taxis, phone calls, or something to eat - and there may not always be an ATM nearby. So organise your travel money before you fly and there is $0 commission1 when purchased from Australia Post.

How it works

Choose your currency

Choose from 14 currencies covering Australia's favourite travel destinations.

Check your rate

Check your exchange rate online.

Purchase your cash

Order online through American Express2 or at one of our 3,200 participating Australia Post retail outlets.

Collect before you fly

If you order in-store before midday (AEST), your foreign cash will be ready for collection at the same Australia Post retail outlet from 4pm the next business day3 in metro areas (regional areas may take two days). If you order online, you should allow 3-4 business days before collection from your nominated retail outlet.

  • How do I pay for my foreign cash?

    If you order foreign cash online, you will need to pay by BPAY® using internet or telephone banking, and nominate your preferred Australia Post retail outlet to collect it from. If you order it in-store, you can pay with cash or EFTPOS (cheque or savings accounts only)4.

  • How long does it take?

    We'll confirm your collection date when you place your order. If you order by midday (AEST) at an Australia Post retail outlet, your foreign cash will be ready for collection by 4pm the next business day3 in metro areas (regional areas may take 2 days). If you order online, you should allow 3-4 business days for collection before collection from your nominated retail outlet.

  • What proof of ID will I need?

    The only person who can collect your order is you.

    When collecting your foreign cash from your nominated Australia Post retail outlet if your total order is worth less than A$2,000 you'll need to show one valid form of government-issued photo ID that shows your signature (such as your driver's licence or passport).

    If it is worth more than A$2,000, you'll need to show us two forms of ID:

    • one primary ID that is government-issued with a photo and signature (such as your driver's licence or passport), and
    • one secondary ID with a signature (such as your credit card).

    We'll then give you a sealed envelope containing your money, and we recommend you check the contents carefully before you leave our outlet.

  • Are there any limits to my foreign cash purchase?

    The following limits apply and are on a per transaction basis. You can place multiple orders at one time. 

      Online (value per transaction) In-store (value per transaction)
    Minimum amount A$500 A$200
    Maximum amount A$10,000 A$1,500
    Commission fees1 0 0

  • What currencies can I order?

    We offer currencies for travel to the USA, UK, New Zealand, Canada, Japan, Switzerland, South Africa, Singapore, Fiji, Thailand, Indonesia, Hong Kong and Malaysia, as well as Euros.

1 Exchange rates may include a service charge. Financial institution fees and limits apply. Please visit American Express for more information.

2 If you click on links to American Express, you will leave the Australia Post site and be directed to a third party site to place your order and complete your purchase. Please see the terms and conditions of the third-party site for further details.

3 Collection at the same Australia Post retail outlet. Outside metropolitan areas may take longer.

4 Financial institution fees and limits may apply so please check with your financial institution.

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