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    Guide to using a CurrencyFair personal account

    CurrencyFair is an international currency exchange platform. It allows you to send and receive money to and from 150+ countries in over 20 currencies. Get same-day transfers on most major currencies from a trusted and secure source which is fully licensed and regulated.

     

    For big life moments such as buying property overseas, to the ones that matter most like sending money to family abroad - CurrencyFair has you covered.

     

    In this guide to opening a CurrencyFair personal account we look at how to get the most from your account. Watch step-by-step guides on:

    • How to register for a CurrencyFair personal account
    • How to top up your CurrencyFair account
    • How to exchange currency in your CurrencyFair account
    • How to exchange currency using the CurrencyFair marketplace
    • How to send money from your CurrencyFair account
    • How to transfer funds out of your CurrencyFair account

    Let’s find out how to sign up and start saving money on international money transfers.

    How to register for a CurrencyFair personal account

    Sending money overseas is simple with a CurrencyFair personal account. Simply sign up and start saving on international money transfers and currency exchange with:

    • Bank-beating exchange rates
    • Fast transfers, often within 24 hours
    • One account for multiple currencies 

    Watch how to register for a CurrencyFair personal account:

     

    How to top up your CurrencyFair account

    In this video we show you how to top up your CurrencyFair account so you can start using it to exchange currency and transfer money overseas.

    Watch how to top up your CurrencyFair account:

     

    How to exchange money in your CurrencyFair account

    We have the only platform that lets you trade in two ways. You can exchange currencies immediately at bank-beating rates, or choose your own rate and wait for a match on our unique peer-to-peer marketplace.

    Watch how to exchange money in your CurrencyFair account:

     

    How to exchange funds using the marketplace with your CurrencyFair account

    Here we go through the steps to choose your own exchange rate on our unique peer-to-peer marketplace. Ideal when your transfer is not urgent and you want to wait for an even better rate than the current live rates.

    Watch how to exchange funds in the marketplace in your CurrencyFair account:

     

    How to send money from your CurrencyFair account

    Our user-friendly platform allows you to securely send money to over 150 countries. In the office, working from home or on the go, exchange on our platform from any device, at any time.

    Watch how to send money from your CurrencyFair account:

     

    How to transfer funds out of your CurrencyFair account

    In this video we show you how to transfer money out of your CurrencyFair account and into your own, or another recipient’s bank account.

     

    Watch how to transfer funds out of your CurrencyFair account:

     

     

     

    Download our app for iOS devices or from the Google Play store.

     

    Get the CurrencyFair advantage today. Access bank-beating FX rates, low-cost international transfers, and first-class customer support. Sign up now.

     
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    CurrencyFair Limited is incorporated in Ireland with its registered address at 91 Pembroke Road, Ballsbridge, Dublin 4. Company registration number 469391. CurrencyFair Limited is regulated by the Central Bank of Ireland. CurrencyFair Limited Hong Kong Branch is regulated as a Money Service Operator by the Hong Kong Customs and Excise Department (license No. 18-02-02331), with its registered address at Suite 12100 12/F, YF LIFE TOWER, 33 Lockhart Road, Wan Chai. Hong Kong. CurrencyFair Limited (ARBN 154 043 455) is registered with the Australian Securities and Investments Commission as a Corporate Authorised Representative of CurrencyFair Australia (PTY) Limited, (AFS Representative Number 00041945000) CurrencyFair Australia (PTY) Limited is incorporated in Australia with its registered address at Milsons Landing Level 5, 6 Glen Street, NSW 2061, Australia. ACN 147 506 410, ABN 94 147 506 410. CurrencyFair Australia (PTY) Limited is regulated by the Australian Securities and Investments Commission (AFSL No 402709) CurrencyFair (Singapore) Pte Ltd is incorporated in Singapore with its registered address at 1 Robinson Road #17-00 Aia Tower 048542 and is regulated by the Monetary Authority of Singapore (license No. PS20200102) as a Major Payment Institution. For UK resident customers, your account is provided by Moorwand Ltd (FCA Reference No 900709). Any communications in relation to the account can be sent to Moorwand Ltd, Fora, 3 Lloyds Avenue, London, EC3N 3DS, United Kingdom. CurrencyFair Limited is a regulated payment institution and does not provide financial, legal, or tax advice. We recommend that you seek independent financial, legal, and taxation advice before making any financial decisions.