How to avoid the international money transfer rip off

Transferring money overseas is costing Australians big bucks, with the latest figures from the World Bank showing Australia is one of the most expensive developed nations in the world for international money transfers, behind only South Africa and Japan.

Common mistakes made when moving cash overseas and how to avoid them

When dealing in foreign currency you need to have your wits about you, a small difference in exchange rate or a bit of laziness can end up costing you more than you think. If you're planning to send money overseas, get to know these common traps so you can avoid them.

5 ways to send money overseas or pay with international currency

When sending money overseas there are a range of ways you might choose to do it depending on the scale and purpose of your transaction.

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