Exchanging foreign coins and notes for airports and airlines
The best rates in the UK for foreign coin and notes exchange – guaranteed
For airports and airlines, accepting foreign currency is a practical and innovative way to enhance revenue and customer service. But without a reliable exchange partner, managing foreign coins and low-denomination notes can quickly become a costly and time-consuming challenge.
That’s where we come in.
Our trusted service enables airlines to accept payments in any currency during in-flight sales and to collect leftover foreign currency donations from passengers onboard. Whether it’s payment or donations, we handle the entire process from collection through to counting, processing, and fast payment, making it simple, secure, and hassle-free.
For airports, the opportunity is even greater. Passenger donations of foreign coins and notes can raise hundreds of thousands of pounds each year — but only if there’s an efficient system in place to turn that loose change into real value.
As you’ll already know, banks and bureaus don’t accept foreign coins or small banknotes. But with us, there’s no issue. You collect the currency — we take care of the rest. And with guaranteed best exchange rates in the UK, every penny is maximised.
That’s why many of the UK’s busiest airports and leading airlines trust us to exchange foreign coins and notes — and why we’re the go-to solution for turning leftover currency into meaningful income.
A simple, high-impact way to support a good cause — without disrupting your operations.
Collecting foreign coins and notes is a low-effort, high-return way to support important causes while showing your brand’s dedication to social responsibility. For airlines and airports, the opportunity is unrivalled. With thousands of passengers passing through terminals and on board flights each day — many with leftover currency they no longer need — even small donations quickly accumulate.
Passengers are more than willing to donate their unused currency when provided with a simple, visible opportunity. By placing collection points in terminals or offering in-flight donation envelopes, you give them a meaningful way to give back — all while reducing the amount of unclaimed foreign money that would otherwise go unused.
You can select any registered charity to benefit from your campaign or support a cause that aligns with your brand values, local community, or passenger base. Every coin and note collected is handled by us with full transparency and quick payment directly to the chosen charity.
We supply everything you need — from donation boxes and signage for terminal areas to in-flight envelopes, tamper-proof bags, and secure drop safes. We also provide free collection or subsidised drop-off options for larger volumes.
There’s no cost to your organisation, and we even include optional monthly donation reports for your records and promotional use, helping you track impact and share success with your customers, staff, and charity partners.
By supporting a foreign currency donation campaign, your business helps turn spare change into real change, improving lives while making use of what would otherwise go to waste.
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We’ll take care of the logistics. You choose the cause. Together, we’ll make a difference.
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We do the legwork, so you don’t have to
Managing a busy operation — whether at 30,000 feet or in a vibrant terminal — leaves little room for organising the logistics of a charity campaign. That’s why we make it simple. We take care of everything from start to finish, so you can concentrate on your core business while still making a meaningful difference.
We offer a variety of professional, eye-catching collection boxes specifically designed to engage airport passengers and promote donations. For airlines, we supply branded in-flight donation envelopes and secure collection bags, making it easy for cabin crew to collect leftover currency during or after service.
Our collection process is fully managed — we’ll organise regular pickups, coordinate with your teams, and ensure all donations are processed quickly and securely. There’s no complicated admin, no sorting required, and no specialist knowledge needed. Just let us know where to place the donation points or what you need onboard — and we’ll handle the rest.
Every one of our partners benefits from the support of a dedicated fundraising team. Whether you’re launching your first collection or looking to scale up an existing campaign, our experienced team is always available by phone or email to provide advice, answer questions, and share what works best. With years of experience running successful campaigns across airports, airlines, and attractions, we know how to maximise results with minimal effort on your part.
What makes our service unique is our capacity to accept all types of currency — including coins and notes that are obsolete, withdrawn, or no longer accepted by banks. This results in more value recovered from each collection and increased funds for your chosen cause.
Even if you’ve never started a foreign coin collection before, now is the perfect time to begin. It’s easy to set up, completely free of charge, and proven to deliver impressive results. Better still, it offers your customers a simple and rewarding way to donate their leftover holiday currency — what they no longer need — in support of a cause they care about.
It’s a win for your passengers, a win for the charity, and a win for your business too — boosting your brand’s social impact with minimal resources.
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