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Turn leftover rupiah back into US dollars
Back from Bali with rupiah you will not use, or holding rupiah you no longer need? Sell Indonesian rupiah to US First Exchange and get paid in US dollars. We are a Los Angeles currency exchange registered with FinCEN, part of the US Treasury, as a Money Services Business. Get your quote in the order form on this page, mail your notes with a free prepaid FedEx label, and get paid once they are verified.
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.
Your Indonesian rupiah buyback quote
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.
Our buyback price sits below the mid-market rate you see online. That gap covers shipping, verification and the cost of moving physical rupiah, which most US banks do not handle.
How to sell Indonesian rupiah by mail
- Get your quote. Enter how much Indonesian rupiah you want to sell. 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 Indonesian rupiah. We email you a prepaid FedEx label, so shipping costs you nothing. Sort notes by 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.
How you get paid
Exchange Indonesian rupiah for US dollars and choose how the money reaches you:
| 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.
Which rupiah notes we buy
We buy current Bank Indonesia banknotes in circulation, from Rp1,000 to Rp100,000. We do not accept old or withdrawn currency series, severely damaged notes, or coins.
Not sure which series you have? Read everything you need to know about the Indonesian rupiah.
How we verify your notes
Every note we receive is scanned on De La Rue verification machines and checked by hand for security features. We record each serial number, and you get a written receipt showing exactly what was accepted.
Selling rupiah: your options compared
| Option | What usually happens |
|---|---|
| Your bank | Most US banks do not buy back Indonesian rupiah. |
| Airport exchange counters | Many do not take rupiah at all; those that do often pay well below dealer rates. |
| A registered currency exchange by mail | A price 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 rupiah 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.
- 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.
- Going back to Indonesia? Buy Indonesian rupiah online for your next trip.
We buy Indonesian rupiah by mail from customers in every U.S. state except Texas, Illinois, Washington and New Mexico. Selling more than one currency? See every currency we buy on our sell foreign currency page.
A straight answer on value
We buy Indonesian rupiah at today's posted rate. We do not predict where the rupiah is heading, and we do not give investment advice.
Frequently asked questions
Where can I sell Indonesian rupiah in the US?
You can sell rupiah to a registered currency exchange such as US First Exchange by mail. Most US banks do not buy back rupiah, so selling by mail is often the simplest option.
How much will I get for my rupiah?
It depends on today's buyback rate and the notes we accept after verification. The order form on this page gives you an exact quote, locked for 30 days.
Is there a minimum amount of Indonesian rupiah I can sell?
The minimum is one note. For example, you can sell a single banknote of any Indonesian rupiah 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 when I send my Indonesian rupiah?
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 Indonesian rupiah coins?
No. We buy banknotes only.