Our service is designed to help all our clients get highly competitive exchange rates when buying US Dollars. We turnover millions of units of currency every day and it is through this turnover and our currency sources we are able to negotiate US Dollar exchange rates that can beat those offered by high street banks.
We pride ourselves in our award-winning customer service and it is thanks to this that nearly half of our business comes through recommendations and referrals. All of our currency brokers are well trained and experienced in helping clients buy US Dollars.
We make life incredibly simple. When you sign up with us, we keep track of the GBP to USD exchange rate and give you information on a good time to buy US Dollars. Our simple process makes the transaction a lot less time consuming than making endless phone calls and filling in complex forms at the bank.
Why use Foreign Currency Direct to buy US Dollars?
Highly competitive USD exchange rates
Our highly competitive USD rates can beat those offered by the high street banks when you buy US Dollars. Compare us to your bank and you’ll see what we mean.
Exchange rates don't move by the day or hour, they move every few seconds. We deal in this live market, offering highly competitive USD exchange rate to those looking to buy US Dollars.
No commission or hidden fees
Knowing what you are paying up front is crucial when you’re dealing with large sums of money.
With us, there are no nasty surprises. No hidden fees. You don’t pay commission. We make our money on the margins at which we buy and sell currency.
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 account manager
Fast, knowledgeable and efficient service is vital in getting the best US Dollar exchange rate. When you call, you get straight through to our Dealing Floor.
You talk to the same person every time, someone who knows your situation and who you trust to give you expert help with US Dollar transfers.
Market forecasts and GBP/USD information
Up to date, daily news on US Dollar exchange rates.
The expert daily commentary on our website means you can check on the factors affecting the US Dollar exchange rate. Also, our live foreign exchange rate page shows current interbank GBP/USD rate, so you can make timely decisions on your US Dollar exchange.
Your Contract Options
Spot Contract
When you need to buy Dollars and transfer them immediately at the current exchange rate.
Forward Contract
When you want to set a fixed USD exchange rate for when you need your currency - up to one year.
Limit Order
When you have a target USD exchange rate you want to reach and timing isn’t important.
Stop Loss
When you don’t want to convert to USD below a certain exchange rate and timing isn’t crucial.
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J. Esien
UK
Simply the best FX dealer. The service was excellent and fast. The rate was the best at the time.
L. Short
Cyprus
Prompt, efficient staff with excellent customer service skills. The whole process is simple and quick with very good rates and same day transfer into my foreign bank account.
B. Kimber-Lane
UK
Excellent service, easy to use one quick phone call and it’s done. Great rates
P. Berryman
FCD were very professional and gave me an excellent rate.