Currency Exchange in Leicester

Are you looking for the best exchange rate in Leicester?

If you are looking for a currency exchange house or kiosk in Leicester, you are in the right place. Feel free the compare the different exchange rates and get the most money from your transaction. Always try to look for the best money exchange, but also consider to seek those exchange kiosks nearby.

Map of currency exchange shops and kiosks in Leicester

Where can I change money in Leicester??? Before visiting any of these exchange kiosks in Leicester, make sure to contact them beforehand and double check todays exchange rates and hours of operation. Also, take into account that some ATMs and banks can also exchange or give you local money but it is very often, they only work with existing customers.

Contact Details

Coventry Building Society Leicester

5 Humberstone Gate, Leicester LE1 1WA, UK
+44 116 251 0551

Nationwide Building Society

7-11 Humberstone Gate, Leicester LE1 1WA, UK
+44 345 266 0748

HSBC

2 - 6 Gallowtree Gate, Leicester LE1 1DA, UK
+44 345 740 4404

Al Rayan Bank (Leicester)

94A London Rd, Leicester LE2 0QW, UK
+44 800 408 6407

Halifax

8 Humberstone Gate, Leicester LE1 3PH, UK
+44 345 720 3040

Barclays Bank

1-3, Haymarket Towers, Leicester LE1 1WA, UK
+44 345 734 5345

Bank of India Ltd

105-107 Belgrave Rd, Leicester LE4 6AS, UK
+44 116 266 8464

Santander

2/4 Haymarket, Leicester LE1 3GD, UK
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Barclays Bank

131, 133 Belgrave Rd, Leicester LE4 6AS, UK
+44 345 734 5345

Virgin Money

3 E Gates, Leicester LE1 5YA, UK
+44 116 253 1117

Santander

Permanent House, Horsefair St, Leicester LE1 5BJ, UK
0000

ATM Santander

2/4 Haymarket, Leicester LE1 3GD, UK
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TSB Bank

17 Horsefair St, Leicester LE1 5PD, UK
+44 116 364 9998

NatWest

1 Granby St, Leicester LE1 6EJ, UK
+44 345 788 8444

HSBC

11 Hinckley Rd, Leicester LE3 0LG, UK
+44 345 740 4404

Cambridge & Counties Bank

Charnwood Court, 5B New Walk, Leicester LE1 6TE, UK
+44 344 225 3939

Handelsbanken Leicester

St John's House, 30 East St, Leicester LE1 6NB, UK
+44 116 255 1270

The Co-operative Bank - Leicester

77-79 Market Pl S, Leicester LE1 5EN, UK
+44 345 721 2212

NatWest

7 Hinckley Rd, Leicester LE3 0TQ, UK
+44 345 788 8444

Lloyds Bank

7 High St, Leicester LE1 9FS, UK
+44 345 602 1997

Reference Exchange Rates

🇪🇺 Euro

1 GBP = 1.20 EUR

🇨🇦 Canadian Dollars

1 GBP = 1.80 CAD

🇲🇽 Mexican Pesos

1 GBP = 25.58 MXN

🇯🇵 Japanese Yen

1 GBP = 192.77 JPY

🇨🇴 Colombian Pesos

1 GBP = 5,497.11 COP

🇦🇺 Australian Dollars

1 GBP = 1.99 AUD

🇰🇷 Korean Won

1 GBP = 1809.49 KRW

🇧🇷 Brazilian Reales

1 GBP = 7.61 BRL

🇨🇷 Colones

1 GBP = 638.00 CRC

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FAQs for travelers

Which exchange house has the best rate to exchange foreign currency in Leicester?

Since there are many options, we cannot tell the best exchange rate. Why? It depends. It is important to see the exchange rate and that changes every day. Also some currency exchange house give the best rate but they do charge you a fee, so at the end is not the best idea.
We suggest you to before choosing any currency exchange house just cause its foreign exchange rate, also check if there are any extra feeds, any minimum, if they are well located, etc. With all those details in the table, you can choose the best foreign currency exchange house in Leicester.

Should I exchange currency before going to Leicester?

If you can, it would be great to get some GBP Pounds before arriving to Leicester. Check on nearby currency exchange house if they do have GBP Pounds to buy. This will help you to get to Leicester and have some cash to move around (e.g. pay taxi or give a tip) until you settle and choose where to exchange more money or use an ATM.

I am traveling from abroad, can I use foreign currency in Leicester?

The short answer is "it depends". There are some restaurants, coffee shops, etc. that will not receive foreign currency, only GBP Pounds. An international credit card could be handy on these situations. Of course, areas related to turism or big malls and plazas receive and exchange foreign currency with no problems at all.

Is it better to withdraw money abroad at any ATM or exchange in a currency exchange kiosk?

You need to check with your bank. Some banks do not charge you any extra fee if you withdraw money in a foreign country. Other charge a huge fee. So before withdrawing any money abroad, check with your bank.

How can I exchange currency without fees or taxes?

It depends on the currency exchange house. Some charge you a fee for the service of exchanging money and others add that fee to the exchange rate. So basically you need to do the math and see if really exchanging money on a currency house makes sense for you or not.

Is it cheaper to get foreign currency at home or abroad?

Usually at home, but it also depends on the currency. If you are traveling to a small country where its currency is not worldwide available, it will be very costly to get it around (some times impossible)

Is it better to use cash or an international credit card in Leicester?

In these case, the credit card is your best friend. But also take into account, that you will need some cash. There are some expenses where cash is required.

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