Transferring money from Australia to the UK?
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Transferring money from Australia to the UK?
Hi,
I've just returned from a year out in Australia and now need to close my Australian bank account and transfer the balance to the UK. Having spoken to both banks, it seems they charge pretty heavily, the process is slow and the exchange rate is not great either. So I'm wondering if there's a cheaper/quicker way of doing this.
I know this is probably the reverse of what most people here have had to do, but if anyone has any advice on this, it would be much appreciated!
I've just returned from a year out in Australia and now need to close my Australian bank account and transfer the balance to the UK. Having spoken to both banks, it seems they charge pretty heavily, the process is slow and the exchange rate is not great either. So I'm wondering if there's a cheaper/quicker way of doing this.
I know this is probably the reverse of what most people here have had to do, but if anyone has any advice on this, it would be much appreciated!
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Re: Transferring money from Australia to the UK?
Try using Tranzfers (http://www.tranzfers.com) - only costs AUD$15, and the rate you get is pretty good. I've used them the other direction (pounds to dollars) & they've been great!