Sell Foreign Currency for USD by Mail
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Exchange foreign currency for US dollars by mail
Holding leftover travel money, cash from a family visit, or notes you no longer need? Sell foreign currency to US First Exchange and get paid in US dollars without visiting a bank. We are a Los Angeles currency exchange registered with FinCEN, part of the US Treasury, as a Money Services Business, and we buy 20 currencies by mail from customers in every U.S. state except Texas, Illinois, Washington and New Mexico.
Your package travels by FedEx and is fully insured for the value of your currency, from the moment it leaves your hands until it reaches our facility.
Currencies we buy
Choose your currency for details on the notes we accept and how to sell it.
| Currency | Code | Region |
|---|---|---|
| Iraqi dinar | IQD | Asia |
| Vietnamese dong | VND | Asia |
| Indonesian rupiah | IDR | Asia |
| Chinese yuan | CNY | Asia |
| Japanese yen | JPY | Asia |
| South Korean won | KRW | Asia |
| Hong Kong dollar | HKD | Asia |
| Singapore dollar | SGD | Asia |
| Euro | EUR | Europe |
| British pound | GBP | Europe |
| Swiss franc | CHF | Europe |
| Norwegian krone | NOK | Europe |
| Swedish krona | SEK | Europe |
| Turkish lira | TRY | Europe |
| Canadian dollar | CAD | North America |
| Mexican peso | MXN | North America |
| Brazilian real | BRL | Rest of world |
| South African rand | ZAR | Rest of world |
| Australian dollar | AUD | Rest of world |
| New Zealand dollar | NZD | Rest of world |
Your quote, locked for 30 days
Your exact buyback quote appears in the order form at the top of this page before you commit to anything. Rates are set daily, and once you place your order your quote is locked for 30 days, so you have plenty of time to ship. You can sell several currencies in one order.
How to sell foreign currency online in 4 steps
- Get your quote. Choose your currencies and amounts. The minimum is one note. You see the exact USD amount before you continue.
- Verify your identity and choose how to get paid. Create an account and upload a valid US government-issued ID. Federal rules require this for every money services business.
- Ship your currency. We email you a prepaid FedEx label, so shipping costs you nothing. Sort notes by currency and denomination, pack them in a plain padded envelope, and put your invoice inside.
- Get paid. When your package arrives, we count and verify every note. You get a receipt, and your payout is sent within 24–48 business hours.
Read our shipping instructions before you pack, or see how it works.
How you get paid
| Payout method | How it arrives | Fee |
|---|---|---|
| E-check | A printable check emailed to you, ready to deposit | No fee |
| Check by mail | A paper check posted to your verified address | Processing fee applies |
Both are sent within 24–48 business hours after your notes are verified. The payout name must match the verified account holder. See how you receive your funds.
What we accept
We buy current, genuine banknotes in the 20 currencies listed above. We do not accept old or withdrawn currency series, severely damaged notes, or coins. Every note is scanned on De La Rue verification machines and checked by hand, and you get a written receipt showing exactly what was accepted.
Bank, airport or mail: where to sell foreign currency
| Option | What usually happens |
|---|---|
| Your bank | Many banks buy back only major currencies, often only for account holders, and may charge fees. |
| Airport exchange counters | Fast, but buyback rates at airports are usually among the lowest. |
| US First Exchange by mail | 20 currencies, a quote locked for 30 days, free insured shipping, a receipt and a traceable payout. |
Want to compare costs first? Read where to exchange currency without paying huge fees.
Why sell to US First Exchange
- Third-generation currency brokers with decades of experience in currency authentication.
- Your price is locked for 30 days, and shipping is free with our prepaid FedEx label.
- Insured inbound shipping for the value of your currency, from drop-off until it reaches us.
- Registered and compliant. We are registered with FinCEN, part of the US Treasury, as a Money Services Business and follow federal know-your-customer rules. Read our compliance statement.
- A real US business. Our office is at 550 South Hill Street, Los Angeles, CA 90013. We serve customers by mail and phone; there is no walk-in counter.
- People who pick up the phone. Call 310-982-1743, 10am–5pm Pacific Time.
- Traveling again? Buy foreign currency online for your next trip.
Frequently asked questions
Which currencies do you buy?
We buy 20 currencies, including the Iraqi dinar, Vietnamese dong, euro, British pound, Mexican peso, Canadian dollar and Japanese yen. See the table above for the full list.
Can I sell more than one currency at once?
Yes. You can add several currencies to one order and ship them in the same package.
Is there a minimum amount I can sell?
The minimum is one note of any currency and denomination we accept.
Are there any fees?
Shipping is free with our prepaid FedEx label, and e-check payouts have no fee. A processing fee applies only if you choose check by mail.
How long does it take to get paid?
Your payout is sent within 24–48 business hours after your package arrives and the notes are verified.
Is my package insured?
Yes. Your package is insured for the value of your currency from the moment it leaves your hands until it reaches our facility.
Do you buy coins?
No. We buy banknotes only.
Do you buy old or withdrawn notes?
No. We buy current notes only. Old or withdrawn series and severely damaged notes are not accepted.
Which states do you buy from?
We buy currency by mail from customers in every U.S. state except Texas, Illinois, Washington and New Mexico.