Buy Australian dollars
Whether you pick up in-store or choose home delivery, we're offering great rates on Australian dollars when you order your currency online.
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Travelex Money Card
- A safe way to carry and spend travel money abroad
- Load up to 22 currencies on your Travelex Money Card
- Manage your balance 24/7 through the Travelex Money App
- No commission or hidden charges
- Freeze and unfreeze your card, reveal your PIN or other card details via the Travelex Money App
- Pay with confidence anywhere Mastercard Prepaid is accepted
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Australian currency options
Get your currency for Australia however it suits you with our flexible options. Choose a secure and convenient Travelex Money Card, cash, or a combination of both for your Australian dollars.
Travel Money Card
The Travelex Money Card is the quick, easy and secure way to spend abroad.
- Lock in your rates1
- 22 currencies available
- Easy budget management
- Accepted at millions of locations
Cash
Cash and card will make sure you’re ready for any kind of spend in every country.
- Be ready to tip when expected
- Shop local markets
- Avoid unnecessary ATM withdrawals
How to get your Australian dollars
Order your Australian currency online to get great rates on AUD. Choose home delivery or Click & Collect from stores or the airport.
Home delivery
Spend more time packing, planning, and working on your tan with home delivery.
- Fast, secure, convenient
- Next day delivery available for cash
- Free delivery for Travelex Money Card
Store click & collect
Order online and pick up on your way. Over 25 locations in stores and airports across the UK.
- Lock in your exchange rate1
- Located in major UK airports
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+Key information about Australian currency
The Australian dollar is denoted by its currency code (AUD) and symbol ($). It was introduced as the official Australian currency in 1966, replacing the Australian pound.
Carrying Australian dollars as cash and on a Travel Money Card offers the most flexibility when visiting Australia and its external territories.
Australian dollar notes
Australian Dollar coins
Destinations that accept Australian dollars
The Australian dollar is accepted as legal tender in the Cook Islands alongside the Cook Islands dollar and New Zealand dollar. It is also accepted as legal tender in Niue and Tokelau alongside the New Zealand dollar.
Common questions about Australian dollars
Getting the best rates for Australian dollars can be tricky. Economic indicators, commodities prices, and regional stability can affect the AUD, making our rate tracker an essential tool for your journey to the Land Down Under.
The Australian dollar is the official currency of Australia and its external territories, including Christmas Island, the Cocos (Keeling) Islands, and Norfolk Island. It is also the official legal tender in several Pacific Island states and territories, such as Nauru, Tuvalu, and Kiribati. Additionally, it is widely accepted or used alongside local currencies in places like the Cook Islands, Niue, and Tokelau.
You can purchase your Australian dollars from us via credit or debit card. When you purchase Australian dollars, either online or at our stores, we ensure no credit card handling fees are applied. However, it's wise to check with your card issuer for any potential charges they might apply.
Yes, you can! With our Buy Back Promise, we can buy back your unused Australian dollar notes at any one of our UK retail stores at the original transaction exchange rate up to a maximum value of £250, for a fee of just £4.99. T&Cs apply.
When in Australia, you can use your bank cards freely. Keep an eye out for any charges your bank might apply for transactions in Australian dollars. See how the Travelex Money Card can help you spend abroad.
Yes, cash is still frequently used in Australia. We'd recommend carrying a mix of Australian dollars and our Travelex Money Card to ensure convenience for your small and large purchases.
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- 1 Lock in exchange rates means that customers can review and reserve exchange rates at their discretion, by purchasing travel money in advance. Any additional purchases will be subject to the prevailing exchange rate at the time of each new transaction.
- Travelex Money Card is issued by PrePay Technologies Limited pursuant to license by Mastercard International.
- PrePay Technologies Limited is authorised by the Financial Conduct Authority under the Electronic Money Regulations 2011 (FRN: 900010) for the issuing of electronic money and payment instruments. Mastercard is a registered trademark, and the circles design is a trademark of Mastercard International Incorporated.