Exchange and Order Foreign Currency from Bank of America (2024)

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Exchange and Order Foreign Currency from Bank of America (7)Order by 2 p.m. (delivery address local time) and your currency will ship the same business day. See shipping & fee detailslayer

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Customers with Bank of America checking and savings accounts can order foreign currency through Online Banking or the Mobile Banking App. Customers with credit cards only can order currency at a financial center.

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Find out how much foreign currency you need for your trip and look up cash exchange rates. You can even print out an exchange rate wallet card for your trip.

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Foreign currency ordering details

Ordering and shipping

  • Orders placed Mon.-Fri. before 2 p.m. local time of your address of record (on the account you’re using to pay for the order) will ship the same day.
  • Orders placed Mon.-Fri. after 2 p.m. local time of your address of record (on the account you’re using to pay for the order) will ship the next day.
  • We do not ship orders on Saturdays, Sundays or holidays
  • Delivery is made to either a financial center or the address of record on the account used to pay for the order
  • Delivery to U.S. addresses only; no P.O. boxes

Delivery charges

  • Standard delivery (1-3 business days): $7.50 (standard delivery is free for orders $1,000 and up)
  • Overnight delivery (order by 2 p.m.): $20
  • Because we do not stock inventories of foreign currency at financial centers, delivery charges apply to orders picked up at a financial center as well as to orders (under USD$1,000) sent to your account address.

Your order must be picked up at a financial center if …

  • It is $1,000 or more in U.S. dollars
  • You are a new customer (less than 30 days)
  • Your address changed in the last 30 days

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If you’re a Bank of America Preferred Rewards client®, you’ll receive a discount of up to 2% off the published exchange rate, based on your tier, as well as no fee on standard shipping ($7.50 value) with all orders placed in Online Banking or through the Mobile Banking app.

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Are you planning a trip overseas?

When you're heading out of the country, make sure you have what you need for sightseeing, souvenirs and more. We offer a wide variety of foreign currencies.

Learn more about international travel

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Receiving an international wire transfer?

Bank of America has 2 primary SWIFT Codes:

BOFAUS3N (US dollars)

Bank of America, NA

222 Broadway

New York, NY 10038

BOFAUS6S (foreign currency)

Bank of America, NA

555 California St.

San Francisco, CA 94104

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If you’re a Bank of America Preferred Rewards client®, you’ll receive a discount of up to 2% off the published exchange rate, based on your tier, as well as no fee on standard shipping ($7.50 value) with all orders placed in Online Banking or through the Mobile Banking app.

Learn more about Preferred Rewards

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Are you planning a trip overseas?

When you're heading out of the country, make sure you have what you need for sightseeing, souvenirs and more. We offer a wide variety of foreign currencies.

Learn more about international travel

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Receiving an international wire transfer?

Bank of America has 2 primary SWIFT Codes:

BOFAUS3N (US dollars)

Bank of America, NA

222 Broadway

New York, NY 10038

BOFAUS6S (foreign currency)

Bank of America, NA

555 California St.

San Francisco, CA 94104

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Exchange and Order Foreign Currency from Bank of America (2024)

FAQs

Can I walk into Bank of America and exchange currency? ›

Bank of America account holders can exchange foreign currency (no coins) for U.S. dollars at a full-service financial center.

Can I order foreign currency from Bank of America? ›

Customers with Bank of America checking and savings accounts can order foreign currency through Online Banking or the Mobile Banking App. Customers with credit cards only can order currency at a financial center. Find out how much foreign currency you need for your trip and look up cash exchange rates.

Does Bank of America charge for foreign currency exchange? ›

A Bank of America International Transaction Fee of 3% will apply when converting your currency.

Can I order foreign currency from my bank? ›

Most banks allow you to order foreign currencies, which you can typically pick up at a local branch before your trip.

How long does it take to get euros from Bank of America? ›

When will my order be shipped and when will I receive it? Orders placed before 2 p.m. (delivery address local time) are shipped the same day. Orders placed after 2 p.m. or on Saturdays, Sundays and holidays are shipped the next business day. With standard shipping, orders generally arrive within 1-3 business days.

Which bank is best for currency exchange? ›

Top Banks That Exchange Foreign Currencies
  • TD Bank: TD Bank offers 55 different currencies. ...
  • Service Federal Credit Union: The number of currencies available for customers at Service Credit Union exceeds 60. ...
  • US Bank: Customers of US Bank can exchange money at a nearby branch.

Should I get foreign currency before I travel? ›

One of the best ways to minimize currency exchange fees is to visit your bank or credit union before you leave the U.S. to exchange dollars for the currency of your destination.

Where is the best place to get foreign currency? ›

Local banks and credit unions usually offer the best rates. Major banks, such as Chase or Bank of America, often offer the added benefit of having ATMs overseas. Online peer-to-peer foreign currency exchanges. Online bureaus or currency converters, such as Travelex, provide convenient foreign exchange services.

Is it better to get foreign currency in the US or abroad? ›

If possible, consider withdrawing cash abroad as needed from ATMs. Because they're owned by banks, ATMs usually offer the most current exchange rate and feature fees that are lower than an airport or currency exchange. Remember that withdrawing from an ATM can often come with the standard $2-$5 usage fee.

What is the cheapest way to exchange currency? ›

Though there may be a small fee if you exchange less than a certain amount, your bank or credit union will almost always be the cheapest place to exchange currency. You may be able to order currency at a branch location, by phone, or online to have it delivered to you or to pick up at a branch.

What is the Bank of America exchange rate today? ›

Bank of America exchange rate
CurrencyShould arriveRecipient gets Sending 1,000 USD
CAD Canadian dollarin 1-2 days1,332.59 CAD
EUR Euroin 1-2 days904.66 EUR
AUD Australian dollarin 1-2 days1,478.90 AUD
GBP British poundin 1-2 days774.39 GBP
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Is it cheaper to get euros in the US or in Europe? ›

With time at your disposal, you'll be able to see exactly what the fee and rate is, and how many euros you'll get for your dollars. It's possible of course that you might get a better deal when you land in Europe. It may well be the case that fees are lower and exchange rates better.

Can I walk into a Bank of America and get foreign currency? ›

Any Bank of America customer can exchange foreign currency at any financial center.

Can I order foreign currency through US bank? ›

Order via U.S. Bank Online Banking: Log in to your account. Select the account you'd like to use to purchase the foreign currency. Choose Account services, then select Foreign currency.

Does Bank of America allow walk ins? ›

Can I still go directly to my financial center and meet with an associate without making an appointment? Yes, you can visit a financial center without an appointment. Appointments are a time-saving benefit available to you.

Does Bank of America exchange change for cash? ›

Many banks and credit unions offer coin exchange services, including national banks such as Chase, Bank of America, Wells Fargo, Citibank, U.S. Bank and more.

How long does it take to exchange currency at a bank? ›

In most cases, your foreign currency order can be delivered to your branch within 24 to 48 hours.

Can I exchange currency at a bank I don't have an account with? ›

Keep in mind most banks or credit unions require you to be a customer to exchange currency.

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