BFC Exchange Croydon
Agent Address
- BFC Exchange Croydon
- 191 London Road
- West Croydon, London
- CRO 2RJ
- GB
+44 20 86868878
Services in-store
- Buy travel money in 25 currencies
- Send & receive money via Western Union
- Money transfer to 200 countries
Opening Hours
- Monday: 9:30am - 6:00pm
- Tuesday: 9:30am - 6:00pm
- Wednesday: 9:30am - 6:00pm
- Thursday: 9:30am - 6:00pm
- Friday: 9:30am - 6:00pm
- Saturday: 9:30am - 6:00pm
- Sunday: 11:00am - 4.30pm
- Bank Holidays: 9:30am - 4:30pm
Could you save yourself a trip?
If you're looking to spend in another currency, you might consider using a multi-currency account and debit card - you can spend in more than 50 currencies, get free local ATM withdrawals, and freeze your card if it's lost or stolen.
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Use Wise to save money on international money transfers.FAQs
What is BFC Exchange?
BFC Exchange is a currency service offering international money transfers and holiday money. There are 9 BFC branches around London. You can arrange transactions in a branch, by phone, or online.
How much does BFC Exchange charge for a money transfer?
There are transaction fees to pay when you send an international payment with BFC. You may also pay an extra fee in the form of a markup on the exchange rate - this is not always obvious, so be sure to check you're getting the real mid-market rate. The total cost of your transfer will depend on how much you’re sending, the destination country, and how you fund your transfer.
Where can BFC in Croydon send money?
You can send money to 30 countries and territories through BFC Smart Money, or a broader range of locations using the BFC partnership with Western Union. Popular payment destinations for BFC Smart Money include India, the Philippines, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, Indonesia, Nepal, UAE, Nigeria, Thailand, Canada, Australia and Malaysia.
What is the BFC Croydon exchange rate?
Different exchange rates will apply depending on which BFC service you choose. There may also be different exchange rates if you’re buying or selling holiday money. You can attempt your transaction on the BFC website, to see the exchange rate that is offered for your specific transfer or purchase.
Don’t forget to compare the BFC exchange rates against other providers that offer the mid-market exchange rate, to make sure you’re getting the best available deal. By using Wise (formerly TransferWise), you'll get the real exchange rate, every time.
Can I buy travel money at BFC Exchange Croydon?
Yes, BFC sells travel money at all of its branches. However, watch out for claims of 0% commission - the real fee may be hidden in a marked-up exchange rate. You can check the mid-market rate on Google or set up an exchange rate alert.
Alternatively, you might consider using a Wise travel money card - this will let you convert from your local currency while abroad. You'll get the real exchange rate for spending in over 50 different currencies, free ATM withdrawals, and the ability to freeze your card if it's lost or stolen.
