What should I do with my leftover currency?

Have you just returned from a trip abroad and didn’t manage to spend all your foreign currency? This is a common situation and can be frustrating, as it means wasting part of your travel budget unnecessarily. But don’t worry, there are several solutions to avoid leaving your leftover currency forgotten at the back of a drawer.

In this article, we explain the different options available to you for selling your unused foreign currency after your trip, and how to benefit from the best exchange rates.

The most obvious solution to avoid wasting money is to sell your unused currency to a specialist provider.

You can take your leftover currency to a currency exchange office so it doesn’t end up sitting unused.
Exchange rates for selling are different from the ones applied when you bought your currency, so be sure to check them to get the best possible deal.

At ChangeGroup, we also offer a BuyBack Guarantee that allows you to sell your leftover currency at the same rate you originally purchased it. Once you're back from your trip, simply visit one of our branches to return your unused money.

This option offers several advantages:

• You lock in your original exchange rate and avoid potential fluctuations
• You gain flexibility and better control over your travel budget
• You can sell your currency easily and quickly once you're back home

Take advantage of our BuyBack Guarantee for just £5.99 and keep control of your spending.

You can also return your leftover currency to your bank if you wish. However, be aware that exchange rates are often much less favourable and additional fees are usually charged. Ideally, we recommend avoiding this option, as you may lose money unnecessarily.

With ChangeGroup, you can now also sell your currency online. This is the most beneficial option, as it gives you access to exclusive exchange rates and 0% commission. This means you get more GBP back when exchanging your leftover foreign money.

For example, you can easily sell your USD after a trip to the United States through our online currency exchange. It’s the best way to make the most of your leftover cash and optimise your travel budget.

Selling your currency online is very simple. Click the "SELL" tab in our widget at the top of the homepage, choose the currency you want to return, and select your preferred branch. That’s all there is to it.