Which Australian banks have foreign currency accounts?

ANZ, CommBank, NAB and Westpac all provide foreign currency accounts as well as providers such as Bendigo Bank, Bank of Queensland and HSBC. However, some accounts are designed for personal use only while others are meant for business use, so you'll need to check with each bank to find out what's available.

Should I open a multi-currency account?

If your business regularly sends and receives foreign currency payments, a multi-currency business account offers several benefits. It allows you to save money on currency conversion costs, makes it easy to pay people and get paid in the countries where you do business, and it simplifies the management of all your global transactions. But if your business only sends or receives overseas payments on rare occasions, a multi-currency account may not be necessary.

Can I have a foreign currency account in Australia?

Yes, it's now extremely straightforward to open a foreign currency or multi-currency account that lets you hold and transact in multiple currencies from the one account.

What is the interbank exchange rate?

The exchange rate at which banks trade foreign currency with one another. Also known as the mid-market rate, it shows the real value of one currency relative to another at any given time. But if you're converting between currencies, you typically won't get the interbank exchange rate - the provider that handles the exchange will most likely add an exchange rate markup.

7 Best Multi-Currency Accounts for 2025

Qantas Business Money

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Cheaper conversion rates than banks
Open global accounts in 11 currencies

Airwallex

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Batch payments
Accounting software integration
Multi-currency account available

TorFX Business Transfers

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No transfer fees
Dedicated account manager assigned to you
Fix your exchange rate up to two years in advance

Xe Business Transfers

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No card or bank transfer fees
Access over 130 currencies
Lock in target rates

If your business regularly sends or receives international payments, a multi-currency business account can be invaluable.

There are now more than 3 trillion global payments made each year¹, so it's mort important than ever to have easy access to global currencies and payments.

The best multi-currency account lets you hold and manage multiple currencies from a single account and can even help you save money on conversion costs.

What is a multi-currency account?

A multi-currency account lets you hold two or more currencies under the one account.

Just like a regular bank account, you can use a multi-currency account to send and receive money.

The difference is that when you receive a payment in a supported foreign currency, it won't be automatically converted to Australian dollars by your bank.

Instead you can hold that foreign currency in your account, use it to make payments and overseas purchases, or convert it to AUD when you need.

If your business operates outside Australia, it makes it easy to pay overseas employees and suppliers, get paid in the local currency where you do business and enjoy big savings on currency exchanges.

1. Airwallex

An Airwallex Global Account lets you open accounts and receive payments in up to 13 currencies.

There are no account opening or maintenance fees to worry about, and it's easy to convert between currencies. And with all of your global balances and transactions visible via a simple user interface, you can save time managing your international payments.
Pros

Supports 13 currencies
Convert currencies at the mid-market rate
Simplify bookkeeping with accounting software integrations

Cons

Linked cards can't be used for ATM withdrawals
Some complaints about poor customer support
Monthly fees apply

Airwallex review

2. Qantas Business Money

A Qantas Business Money Global Account offers business bank accounts in up to 11 currencies - AUD, USD, GBP, EUR, CNY, CAD, CHF, HKD, JPY, SGD and NZD.

It's also easy to convert funds in your account and send payments in over 30 currencies, while you'll earn 1 Qantas Point for every $1 you convert as an added bonus. Qantas Business Money claims you can save up to 50% on conversion fees compared to using a big bank.

Pros

Open accounts in 11 currencies
Earn Qantas Points on currency conversions
Save on currency conversion costs
Supports batch payments

Cons

Exchange rate markups of at least 1.75% on currency conversions
Extra fee for payments in CNY
SWIFT payments fee applies
Service is provided by Airwallex

Qantas Business Money review

3. OFX

The OFX Global Currency Account is a multi-currency business account that provides bank account details in up to seven currencies - AUD, CAD, EUR, GBP, HKD, SGD and USD. There are no account setup fees, monthly fees or receiving fees, and you'll get competitive exchange rates when you send transfers to over 50 currencies. Xero integration also makes it easy to stay on top of your bookkeeping.
Pros

No fees for receiving funds
Hold funds in up to seven currencies
Easy to open and manage an account
Backed by 24/7 support

Cons

Fee for same-currency transfers
Exchange rate markup applies

OFX review

4. TorFX

TorFX provides personal and business overseas payments. It offers competitive exchange rates on international transfers, plus advanced order types to help you secure the exchange rate you want. You also get support from a dedicated account manager, and easily store #your currencies in a secure multi-currency wallet.

Pros

No transfer fees
Use forward contracts and set limit orders
Dedicated account managers

Cons

Not a dedicated multi-currency business bank account
No linked debit card
Exchange rate markups apply

TorFX review

5. Revolut

Revolut's online multi-currency account for business supports over 25 currencies and lets you send payments to more than 100 countries. You can send five fee-free international transfers per month and exchange up to $15,000 at the mid-market rate per month with Revolut's cheapest plan (known as Grow), and the account also comes with a physical and virtual company card that lets you spend in over 150 currencies.

Pros

Get the mid-market rate on currency exchanges
Supports over 25 currencies
Comes with physical and virtual debit cards
Handy accounting software integrations

Cons

Plans start at $21 a month
Limits on the number of fee-free transfers you can send per month
Limits on the amount of money you can exchange at the mid-market rate per month

Revolut review

6. Send Payments

Founded in 2018, Send Payments is a Gold Coast-based money transfer service with fee-free international transfers.

You can send funds around the world in 37 different currencies, plus get competitive exchange rates on your conversions. It's quick and easy to open an account online, and you can send business transfers 24/7.
Pros

Dedicated account manager
No transfer fees
Easy-to-use platform

Cons

No linked debit card
Limited information available online

Send Payments review

7. Wise

Wise Business offers a multi-currency account that allows you to pay employees and clients in over 70 countries.

It's easy to convert between currencies in your account, and you get the mid-market exchange rate when swapping currencies. You also get local bank account details in up to 10 different currencies so you can get paid in the countries where your business operates, and the Wise account also comes with a linked debit card for easy access to your funds.
Pros

Send payments to over 70 countries
No exchange rate markups
Local account details in up to 10 currencies
Supports batch payments

Cons

$22 account opening fee
Currency conversion fees from 0.42%
$6 fee to get a debit card

Wise review

How to open a multi-currency business account

Before opening a multi-currency business account, you'll need to check the eligibility requirements to make sure you qualify. Requirements vary, but you will generally need to:

Be 18 years or older
Be opening an account for business purposes
Have an Australian Business Number (ABN) and/or Australian Company Number (ACN)

If you qualify, here's what you need to do to open an account:

Compare options. Compare foreign currency accounts to find one that suits your business needs.
Fill out an application form. While traditional banks might require you to visit a branch to apply, fintechs allow you to apply online.
Provide information. You'll need to provide your name, date of birth, contact details and position at the company. You'll also have to provide details such as your business name, address and tax residency information.
Upload proof of ID. You can use your driver's licence or passport as proof of ID.
Fund your account. Transfer funds into your multi-currency account from your everyday business transaction account. Also, you can provide your account details to customers so they can send funds directly to your account.

Compare your other options

You can compare other multi-currency account providers based on fees and transaction speeds below:

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Product	Fastest Transfer Speed	Fees (Pay by Bank Transfer)
Airwallex	Within minutes	$0	0% foreign exchange margin and $0 fees on your first $20,000 Streamline global payments across 150+ countries with fast settlements and competitive rates in over 60 currencies.	Go to site View details	loading Fetching your data...
Xe Business Transfers	Within minutes	$0	Xe has fast transfers, low fees and a range of foreign currency tools. Send money to 200 countries in 100 currencies.	Go to site View details	loading Fetching your data...
TorFX Business Transfers	24 hours	$0	TorFX guarantees to match any competitor's exchange rate. Conditions apply. TorFX sends money overseas in 30+ currencies, with competitive rates for transfer amounts over $2,000.	Go to site View details	loading Fetching your data...
Qantas Business Money	Within minutes	$0	Earn 1 Qantas Point on every $1AUD equivalent converted in foreign currency. T&Cs apply. Set up accounts in 11 different currencies and get rewarded for global business payments by earning Qantas Points.	Go to site View details	loading Fetching your data...
OFX Business Transfers	24 hours	$0	OFX has no maximum limit transfers, with competitive exchange rates for 45+ currencies.	Go to site View details	loading Fetching your data...
CurrencyFair	Within minutes	€3	CurrencyFair has bank-beating exchange rates and fast transfer times on 20+ popular currencies.	Go to site View details	loading Fetching your data...
Revolut Business	Within minutes	$0	Revolut allows your business to move money around the world quickly and cheaply with 25+ currencies and no maximum limit transfers. Plan fees apply.	Go to site View details	loading Fetching your data...
WorldFirst	24 hours	From $0	Open bank accounts in Australia, the UK, US, Canada, Japan and Europe. Send and receive funds with zero fees for large sums, including same-currency supplier payments.	Go to site View details	loading Fetching your data...
Send business	24 hours	$0	Send provides no Send payments fee transfers via its 24/7 multi-currency payments platform with real-time quotes.	Go to site View details	loading Fetching your data...

Frequently asked questions

If your business regularly sends and receives foreign currency payments, a multi-currency business account offers several benefits. It allows you to save money on currency conversion costs, makes it easy to pay people and get paid in the countries where you do business, and it simplifies the management of all your global transactions.
But if your business only sends or receives overseas payments on rare occasions, a multi-currency account may not be necessary.
The exchange rate at which banks trade foreign currency with one another. Also known as the mid-market rate, it shows the real value of one currency relative to another at any given time. But if you're converting between currencies, you typically won't get the interbank exchange rate - the provider that handles the exchange will most likely add an exchange rate markup.

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