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Buy foreign currency notes with GlobalPay

Carrying a sufficient amount of foreign currency in the form of currency notes is always advisable when you are travelling abroad. This can help during any emergency situations and being prepared for a contingency is always the prepared way. There are also other non-critical reasons for carrying currency notes like, using a trolley at the airport, tipping servers and street performers, using vending machines and splitting bills.

At GlobalPay, we take care of all your currency needs. You can buy foreign currency online with great ease through our GlobalPay App. For higher-value travel expenses, you can also choose the GlobalPay forex card - a safe and a convenient way of carrying money abroad.

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Get Your Foreign Currency Notes in Just 4 Easy Steps

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Beneficiary

Fill in university details like university name, country, address, university bank details etc.

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Remitter

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Make payment to successfully proceed with the remittance.

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KYC

Upload the mandatory KYC documents for processing the Remittance.

For customers who prefer in-person service, Globalpay also offers branch pickup options. You may visit the nearest GlobalPay branch to purchase and collect your foreign currency directly. With a network of 21 branches across India, we provide convenient access for travelers seeking personalised assistance and secure handover of their foreign exchange.

Regulatory guidelines for foreign currency purchase

According to RBI regulations, you can purchase foreign currency up to 180 days before your departure date. We recommend that you exchange currency ahead of time to avoid inflated airport rates. Currency pickup and exchange are processed through the branch network or online platforms for seamless travel preparation.

In accordance with RBI guidelines certain documents are required to process foreign currency purchase for travel purposes. These typically include:

  • Valid passport
  • Confirmed visa
  • Confirmed flight ticket
  • Pan card

Additional documentation may be required depending on the purpose of travel and amount of foreign exchange being purchased. All transactions are processed in compliance with applicable foreign exchange regulations

Foreign currency solutions for every Traveler

Leisure travelers

Planning a holiday abroad? Buying foreign currency notes in advance helps you:

  • Avoid inflated airport exchange rates.
  • Ensure you have local currency upon arrival
  • Manage travel budgets confidently

GlobalPay provides competitive foreign exchange rates so you can make the most of the travel budget, whether it's sightseeing, local transport or holiday shopping.

Students going abroad

Studying overseas means managing finances wisely from day one. Foreign currency notes help students:

  • Pay for initial travel expenses
  • Cover incidental costs on arrival
  • Manage small spends before activating bank facilities

GlobalPay offers easy online ordering and verification with secure documentation processes that align with regulatory requirements. You can also choose the GlobalPay Forex card for larger travel expenditure needs.

Business and professional travelers

Frequent business travel often requires efficient foreign currency exchange support. With GlobalPay, professionals can:

  • Order currency online currency in advance
  • Choose convenient pickup or delivery options
  • Access competitive rates for repeat travels

GlobalPay services are designed for speed, compliance and ease - ideal for business commitments that demand flexibility.

What to do with your leftover currency?

Completed an international trip and still have excess foreign currency on the forex card or leftover physical cash ? The GlobalPay app enables seamless conversion of unused foreign exchange back to Indian Rupees.

The remaining balance on the Forex card can be transferred directly to your bank account through the GlobalPay app. Similarly foreign currency notes can be exchanged at competitive rates either through the platform or by visiting any of the 21 GlobalPay branches across India.

How to convert forex card balance?

  1. Login to the GlobalPay app or visit the site
  2. Select the currency in the card dashboard screen and tap on the cashout button
  3. Enter the amount you want to cashout
  4. Select the bank account you want to transfer your funds
  5. Digitally sign the Encashment form by entering the OTP received
  6. Click on the Order details to check the status of the cashout process.

Why are both currency and Forex cards needed while traveling abroad?

Feature Foreign Currency notes GlobalPay Forex card
Usage Immediate on-ground cash needed for small expenses,local transport, shopping etc. Online payments, ATM withdrawals and large transactions like bills or retail payments during international travels
Security Physical cash that must be safeguarded while travelling PIN-protected card that can be blocked and managed in case of loss or theft.
Exchange rate management Exchange rate locked at the time of booking: applicable to the purchased amount only Exchange rate locked at the time of loading: supports ongoing travel spend
Convenience Useful for locations where cash payments are required Suitable for structured payments at international merchant outlets and digital platforms.
Balance management No tracking or reload option once issued Reloadable and manageable through GlobalPay App with balanced visibility.
Travel Duration suitability More appropriate for short-term or limited cash requirements Ideal for extended stays, education or frequent travel.

Travel Smart with GlobalPay Forex card

Carrying in large amounts of physical cash while travelling may not always be practical. There are regulatory limits on the amount of foreign currency notes that can be carried abroad, and managing higher cash volumes can increase the risk of loss or inconvenience.

For larger travel expenses such as accommodation, dining, shopping and online transactions, a more structured payment solution is often required.

The GlobalPay forex card is a reloadable prepaid travel card that allows you to load foreign currency at competitive exchange rates and use it internationally - without needing to carry high volumes of cash.

For travelers, students and business professionals, the GlobalPay Forex card provides greater flexibility, enhanced security and structured expense management during international travel.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, it is advisable to carry a small value of your Forex in the form of currency notes so you have cash for immediate expenses like hiring a cab, buying meals etc.
Travelers going to all countries other than (a) (b) and (c) below are allowed to purchase foreign currency notes / coins only up to USD 3000 per visit. Balance amount can be carried in the form of store value cards. Exceptions to this are:

(a) Travelers proceeding to Iraq and Libya who can draw foreign exchange in the form of foreign currency notes and coins not exceeding USD 5000 or its equivalent per visit;

(b) Travelers proceeding to the Islamic Republic of Iran, Russian Federation and other Republics of Commonwealth of Independent States who can draw the entire foreign exchange (up-to USD 250,000) in the form of foreign currency notes or coins.

(c) For travelers proceeding for Haj/ Umar pilgrimage, full amount of entitlement (USD 250,000) in cash or up to the cash limit as specified by the Haj Committee of India, may be released by the ADs and FFMCs.
A resident Indian can take Indian rupees outside India (other than to Nepal, Bhutan, Pakistan and Bangladesh) as currency notes up to an amount not exceeding Rs. 25,000 per person.
Any resident of India who has travelled to Pakistan and/or Bangladesh on a temporary visit, may bring into India at the time of his return, currency notes of Government of India and Reserve Bank of India notes up to an amount not exceeding Rs. 10,000 per person.
A person coming into India from abroad can bring with him foreign exchange without any limit. However, if the aggregate value of the foreign exchange in the form of currency notes, bank notes or travelers cheques brought in exceeds USD 10,000 or its equivalent and/or the value of foreign currency alone exceeds USD 5,000 or its equivalent, it should be declared to the Customs Authorities at the Airport in the Currency Declaration Form (CDF), on arrival in India.
Foreign exchange for travel abroad can be purchased from an authorized person against rupee payment in cash below Rs. 50,000/-. However, if the sale of foreign exchange is for the amount equivalent to Rs 50,000/- and above, the entire payment must be received only by a crossed cheque/RTGS/NEFT drawn on the applicant’s bank account.
On return from a foreign trip, travelers are required to surrender unspent foreign exchange held in the form of currency notes and travelers cheques within 180 days of return. However, they are free to retain foreign exchange up to USD 2,000, in the form of foreign currency notes or TCs for future use.
Form A2, application cum declaration, Copies of a valid Passport, Current address proof, Confirmed return air ticket, Visa if available otherwise declaration on the same and PAN card are required for buying foreign currency.
Permissible foreign exchange can be drawn 60 days in advance. In case it is not possible to use the foreign exchange within the period of 60 days, it should be immediately surrendered.
Yes. The exchange rate that was applicable at the time of booking can be locked for that particular transaction.
Yes. Multiple foreign currencies can be purchased in a single transaction, depending on the availability of the currencies.