I'm off to Korea next week - what's the my cost-effective way to get my currency?
Best way to get foreign currency
zfa on 20/10/2013 - 12:04
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Most of the banks and such in aus use forex, nearly every bank will be the same, just a different $20-40 transaction fee for changing money.
Bring cash and exchange a small amoiunt when your at Seoul airport and slowly exchange the rest outside =) its generally always better to exchange in the country your going to and generally the rate is higher & theres no comission charged
Walker Hill casino in Seoul does very good exchange rates. Just remember not to gamble all of your money after you exchange it.
Exchange a little bit at the airport to get into the main city area and then exchange at the banks. There's also convenience stores like 7/11 that exchanges at pretty good rates. Just look for dollar signs on the doors.
Of course bring some AUD cash with you to exchange straight away so you can get stuff you need immediately, but instead of going to any major banks, what about loading money onto a Citibank Plus card, then withdrawing it in Won when you get there from a Citibank ATM for no fee?
withdraw money with your citibank debit card? :)