Why buy foreign currency with Travelex?
New Zealand travellers use Travelex for foreign currency exchange because they can see the rate before paying and choose cash, a card or both. Travelex NZ has a 4.5 TrustScore on Trustpilot, based on over 4,000 reviews as observed in July 2026.
Online and store rates differ, and rates may move throughout the day. You can also read our tips for buying foreign currency before placing your order.
Foreign currencies you can buy in New Zealand
Choose from over 45 foreign currencies, grouped by region. Browse the tabs for British pounds (GBP), Thai baht (THB), Singapore dollars (SGD), Fijian dollars (FJD), Canadian dollars (CAD) and more.
What you get when you buy foreign currency online
Order online to choose how you carry, pay for and collect your foreign currency.
Choose cash, card or both
Add foreign cash, a Travelex Money Card or both to the same online order.
Better rates when you order online
Order online to access better foreign exchange rates than the rates available in our stores.
Free collection at Travelex locations
Collect your order free from a Travelex store or airport location. Post Outlet collection is free on orders above NZ$2,000. A NZ$10 fee applies to orders below NZ$2,000.
No commission on online orders
Pay 0% commission on every foreign currency order placed through our New Zealand website.
Pay the way that suits you
Pay by Bill Payment, PayID, Visa or Mastercard at checkout.
Most Popular Currencies
Online rates vary compared to in-store. Rates subject to change throughout the day. Check out our buying tips.
| United States of America (USA) | |
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| USD |
| American Dollar | |
Cash 
CARD| Australia | |
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| AUD |
| Australian dollar | |
| Japan | |
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| JPY |
| Japanese Yen | |
| Europe | |
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| EUR |
| Euro | |
How to exchange foreign currency in NZ
Choose from our range of currencies and select either cash or a Travelex Money Card.
Find your nearest convenient store for pick up, including airports and city locations.
Relax knowing that your travel money has been taken care of by the world's leading foreign exchange specialist.
Order foreign currency online with a Travelex travel card
Travel money cards let you preload funds before a trip. Load any of nine supported currencies onto a Travelex Money Card and use it in most countries wherever Mastercard Prepaid is accepted.
You pay no currency conversion fee when you spend in a supported wallet with enough funds. Travelex does not charge for overseas cash withdrawals, though an ATM operator may charge its own fee. Other fees and limits apply.
Common questions about buying foreign currency in New Zealand
Can you buy foreign currency at a bank in New Zealand?
No. New Zealand’s major banks do not sell foreign cash directly in branches. ANZ stopped on 14 November 2020, ASB on 2 July 2021 and Westpac on 30 January 2026. BNZ directs customers to Travelex instead. Westpac customers can use code WESTPACFX, while BNZ customers can use TRAVELEXBNZ. Enter the code at checkout when ordering online. In-store customers must show proof that they bank with the relevant partner.
How long does it take to buy foreign currency online?
Travelex Money Card click & collect orders are usually ready for store collection within one to two business days. Post Outlet cash orders can arrive in as little as three business days if you order before 2.30 pm. Same Day Click and Collect is available at Christchurch Airport for USD, EUR, JPY, GBP and the Travelex Money Card when you order by 11 am and pay by card.
How do I avoid foreign transaction fees when I travel?
Load a supported currency onto a Travelex Money Card before you travel, then pay in that local currency. You lock in the rate for that load. Later top-ups use the rate available at the time of each transaction. If a terminal offers dynamic currency conversion to NZD, decline it and choose the local currency. A currency conversion fee applies if you spend in an unsupported currency or the matching wallet does not hold enough funds.
Where can I buy foreign currency in New Zealand?
Buy foreign currency online from Travelex, then collect it from a Travelex store, Christchurch Airport, Queenstown Airport or a participating Post Outlet. Check the nearest location, opening hours and available services with our store finder, or view the participating Post Outlet locations.
How much does it cost to buy foreign currency?
Travelex charges 0% commission on online foreign cash orders. Your total cost depends on the exchange rate and any payment or collection fee that applies. Our Price Promise covers eligible online and non-airport store cash transactions. Terms and exclusions apply. Compare the total price and foreign currency amount before you order.
What is the cheapest way to buy foreign currency?
There is no single cheapest option for every foreign currency order. Compare the total amount you will receive after the exchange rate and any payment or collection fees. With Travelex, Bill Payment is surcharge-free, collection from a Travelex store is free and online rates are better than in-store rates. Use our currency converter to compare the amount before you order.