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    Peter M.

    When traveling overseas, I never have considered the option of obtaining foreign currency stateside before travel. But it seems to be a popular practice with many. Is it better to do so, or exchange your dollars when you reach your international destination? As for me, I have observed that if you go to the right places at your destination, you can get a competitive rate. However, there is the argument that if the dollar is strong, it may be advantageous to change your dollars before leaving. This could be true, also if you go to the proper sources that give you the best rate. In my experience, depending on the global destination, sometimes currency exchanges can give you rates that are better than the banks. And also remember that some places do charge extra fees. My visit to LA currency was to do the reverse, exchange different foreign currencies into US dollars. I learned a few things. They do not accept coins, only bills and that too only the current notes that are in circulation. I was surprised that left over foreign currency from a recent trip of 8 months ago were not accepted. Therefore, my bills from Sri Lanka did not qualify for exchange. So were bills from the Dominican Republic and Mexico. These last two were long ago trips .....of notes found in the bottom of drawers :). My bills from the Philippines and Thailand, were able to be converted to dollars. This currency exchange has two very efficient tellers who provided excellent dialogue and service.

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    Great service ,fast and reliable, Talk to Arka,came here to buy Japanese Yen,Thanks LA Currency for a great service

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    11 years ago

    Excellent quick service. Manny was especially kind and explained everything. I was very happy with my experience here

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    11 years ago

    Brought all sorts of different currencies over the last two years here. Very fast, friendly, efficient service :)

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    8 years ago

    Very good service and rates!! Was able to confirm the rate and availability beforehand by email. Got 3 dollars back for first Yelp checkin

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    Best exchange rates in town. Fast and polite service. I highly recommend their service!

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    13 years ago

    Pricy money... in a hurry, ok... but you gotta pay...

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    8 years ago

    Great rates! Super fast quotes when you reach them on Yelp.

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    12 years ago

    Love this place fast and convenient with competitive rates. I do all my foreign currency exchanges here.

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    Best exchange rate I could find AND super friendly, professional staff - I will definitely use them again! :)

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    7 years ago

    Fast service and the exchange rate was better than my bank. Will do business here in the future again

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    8 years ago

    Great service and exchange rates staff was super friendly and kind. Will be coming back here for upcoming trips. Arka was really helpful

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    Nice people. If you find a better rate, they will match and even beat it. It's the only place I'll go now.

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    11 years ago

    So much easier to get my foreign currency here than at the airport or standing in line at the bank. I was in and out in about 5 minutes!

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    11 years ago

    Quick, easy and convenient, plus friendly service and great rates. What more could you ask for?

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    8 years ago

    This is my favorite place to exchange foreign currency. Best rate in town and convenience.

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    9 years ago

    great service great rates ..I live in santa clarita and drove here well worth the drive..

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    11 years ago

    Best rate in the town! I used to go to other currency exchange place in WLA, but this place is much better. Quick, great customer service.

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    11 years ago

    Thank you Ninelia for the speedy and awesome service! In and out within 2 minutes. Will be returning. Thank You!

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    11 years ago

    Great place! Excellent customer service! They made my exchange from baht to usd way easier than my bank would have! Fast too!

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    Came to get euros for my daughters trip, Ninelia was very friendly and helpful. Will definitely come back again.

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    Ask the Community - LAcurrency

    Do I have to bring cash in USD to get EUR or can I use my US bank debit card?

    Hi, thank you for contacting us. You’re welcome to purchase euros with cash, which comes with no charges or fees.… 

    Do you have Japanese yen on hand or do I need to order?

    Hello, Thank you for contacting us! We normally carry the Japanese yen and currently we sell the… 

    Hi, do you exchange usd to Swiss francs and how much?

    Hi, thanks for contacting us. Our real-time exchange rates are also found on our website at www.LAcurrency.com.… 

    Do you exchange Mexican pesos for US dollars?

    Hello, Thank you for contacting us! Currently we sell the Mexican Pesos - MXN for 1 USD = 17.35MXN.… 

    How much is usd to yen exchange?

    Hi, thank you for your request. Our current rate for selling JPY - Japanese yen is 1USD=127.68USD. We don’t charge fees and we guarantee the best rates in Los Angeles. For… 

    Do you sell Israel currency?

    Hi, thanks for contacting us. Yes we do sell Israeli Shekels - ILS and currently the rate is 1USD=3.35ILS. We don’t charge fees and we guarantee the best rates in Los… 

    What's your exchange rate for dollar to euros?

    They have a currency converter on their website that tells you all that info for all the currencies they have to offer.

    The site says, "Under limited circumstances, clients may be able to conduct debit card transactions over $100 with a 3% transaction fee." What are these circumstances?

    Hello, thanks for the question. Usually we do cash to cash transactions only. However, if customers don’t have time to go to bank and come back or if it’s over banking hours… 

    What is the exchange rate for $ to euros and pounds? Planning to exchange money today.

    As of today 1 British Pound is about $1.22 and 1 Euro is about $1.10 so they are just about equal. But LAcurrency may be a bit different in addition to their service fees. But they are still a fair company that I will use again.

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    I have been coming to LA currency for several years and I am always happy with how easy it is to exchange money.

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