Got a new job in the UAE? Thinking of moving to Dubai? Paying a supplier in Dirhams? If so, the rate of exchange you get when you are exchanging your Pounds for United Arab Emirate Dirhams can make a huge difference to how much money you end up with.
There are many great reasons for using Foreign Currency Direct plc and our exchange rates is one of the key reasons. We turnover millions of units of currency each and every day giving us the ability to negotiate some of the most competitive exchange rates for clients looking to buy UAE Dirhams.
There’s enough to do when you and your family are moving to a new country, so we are here to take the stress of buying AED. Our process makes sending money to the UAE quick, simple and stress-free.
Why use us to buy United Arab Emirates Dirhams?
Highly competitive AED exchange rates
Moving large sums of money? You could save thousands by using our service to buy your Dirhams because our exchange rates can beat high street banks.
Exchange rate don't move by the day or hour, they move every few seconds. We deal in this live market, offering highly competitive AED exchange rate to those looking to buy UAE Dirhams.
No commission or hidden fees
Transparency is vital when it comes to transferring money abroad. When using our service there are no hidden fees and you don’t pay any commission.
We make our money on the margins at which we buy and sell the currency – that means we can offer our customers a better deal.
Secure trading
The security of all our clients’ money is our top priority. Your funds are separated from our own funds and kept in client bank accounts held with Lloyds Bank Plc.
We are also authorised by the Financial Conduct Authority as an Electronic Money Institution under the Electronic Money Regulations 2011 (Firm Reference Number 902022).
A dedicated currency expert one call away
Fed up with the frustrations of call centres and automated phone systems? When using Foreign Currency Direct your calls go straight to the Dealing Floor.
You get friendly service from someone with expertise in getting highly competitive AED exchange rates and dealing with transfers to the United Arab Emirates.
IPD (Irrevocable Payment Document)
Our IPD (Irrevocable Payment Document) is internationally recognised proof of transfer of your Pounds to United Arab Emirates Dirhams.
We created it to give customers clear, comprehensive documentation for every transfer.
Your Contract Options
Spot Contract
When you need to buy AED and transfer them immediately at the current exchange rate.
Forward Contract
When you want to set a fixed AED exchange rate for when you need your currency - up to a year.
Limit Order
When you have a target AED exchange rate you want to reach and timing isn’t important.
Stop Loss
When you don’t want to buy AED below a certain exchange rate and timing isn’t crucial.
Speak to an expert about buying UAE Dirhams
News
B. Pyle
UK
Very straightforward, no hidden charges together with the best exchange rates. Excellent service. Highly recommended.
R. O’Sullivan
Ireland
Best exchange rates ever and excellent service.
G. Nye
UK
Very professional and personal service. Gave me a better deal than Transferwise and HiFx
R. Futcher
UK
I have always had prompt and helpful service from FCD. The transfer system can be relied on and you get a much better exchange rate than banks, with a small transfer fee. You feel that you are getting a personal service.
T. Clarkson
Australia
Super efficient, very knowledgable, responsive, friendly and the best rates I could find.
I. MacDonald
Ireland
The advice you gave me saved me 6500 pounds as currency rate was fixed by deposit on our house move.
R. Baker
Transactions are easy to do and the exchange rate is far better than anyone else gives. Great service, glad I found them!!