Looking to Exchange Currency in Chinatown Melbourne?

Currency Exchange in Chinatown Melbourne

There are so many different ways of exchanging money, but which is the best? Save on your exchange when you buy travel money in Chinatown Melbourne with these key tips.

Where to exchange money in Chinatown Melbourne

Chinatown Melbourne 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
WeXchange Level m/183 Exhibition St (03) 8639 0323
Money Chain Foreign Exchange Melbourne Chinatown Shop 2/222 Russell St (03) 9086 9886
Red Rate Exchange Shop 2/222 Russell St (03) 9086 9885

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
May 25th, 2020