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Traveling from the UK to Spain? How to Get the Best Sterling to Euro Rate

Planning a well-deserved holiday on the sunny shores of Spain is always a source of excitement. However, recent fluctuations and the downward trend of the sterling to euro (or pounds to euro) exchange rate can cast a shadow of uncertainty over your travel budget. It’s natural to wonder how to make your pounds stretch as far as possible so you can fully enjoy the gastronomy, leisure, and culture that Spain has to offer. The good news is that with smart planning and by choosing the right currency exchange service, you can mitigate the impact of these drops and secure exceptional value for your money. At Eurochange, we understand the concerns of the British tourist and have specialized in being your best financial ally in Spain. Forget about the exorbitant rates at airports and the uncertainty of not knowing where to exchange your money. We offer a transparent, competitive, and conveniently located service in the heart of your favorite holiday destinations. Read on and discover how to turn exchange rate worries into the peace of mind that comes from knowing you are getting the maximum value for every pound.

Maximizing Your Budget: Tips for the British Tourist

With the current pounds to euro exchange rate situation, optimizing your budget is key. Here are some practical tips:

  • Plan Ahead: Don’t leave your currency exchange to the last minute. Monitor the exchange rate before your trip and take advantage of moments when the pound strengthens, even if slightly.

  • Set a Daily Budget: Having a clear idea of your daily expenses will help you control your finances and avoid unpleasant surprises.

  • Avoid Airport Exchanges: Currency exchange kiosks at airports usually offer the least favorable rates. It is much more cost-effective to exchange your money once you are in Spain, at a trusted exchange office like Eurochange.

The Eurochange Advantage: More Euros for Your Pounds

At Eurochange, we pride ourselves on offering one of the best exchange rates on the market, updated daily to ensure you get the most for your money. Our network of over 50 branches is strategically located in the main tourist areas of Spain, from the Costa Blanca to the Costa del Sol and the Balearic Islands, places frequented by British tourists.

 

 

 

"Click and Collect": Your Stress-Free Currency Exchange

For your total convenience, we have perfected our “click and collect” service. How does it work?

  1. Reserve Online: Visit our website and reserve the amount of euros you need at the day’s exchange rate.

  2. No Upfront Payment: You don’t need to pay anything in advance. The reservation is free.

  3. Collect at Your Destination: Select the Eurochange office that is most convenient for you in Spain and collect your euros upon arrival. It’s that easy!

This option not only secures you an excellent exchange rate but also saves you time and gives you the peace of mind of having your money ready and waiting for you.

Find Us in the Heart of the Fun

Our offices are not randomly located. You will find them in the nerve centers of tourist life, which means that after exchanging your currency, you will be just a few steps away from the best beaches, restaurants, bars, and attractions. Staying in Benidorm? We have several offices near Levante Beach. Holidaying in Marbella? You will find us right in the center. By choosing Eurochange, you are not only choosing the best exchange rate but also maximum convenience. Near our offices, you can enjoy a delicious paella, a refreshing “tinto de verano,” or immerse yourself in the vibrant Spanish nightlife without wasting a minute.

On your next trip to Spain, don’t let the falling pound keep you up at night. Trust Eurochange to get the best sterling to euro exchange rate and enjoy your holiday with the confidence that your money goes further.

Convert Your Pounds to Euros with the Best Rates: A Complete Guide for British Residents in Spain

Living in Spain as a British resident is an exciting experience, but managing the conversion from pounds to euros can be a challenge. Finding the best exchange rate is essential to ensure you get the most out of your money.

From competitive rates to secure transactions, this guide explores the most convenient ways to exchange currency. Avoid high bank fees and discover why Eurochange is the best option for British residents in Spain.

Did you know that even a small difference in exchange rates can lead to significant savings? This article will help you make informed decisions and maximize the value of your pounds.

How British Residents Collect Their Pensions in Spain

eceiving a pension in Spain might seem complex at first, but understanding the available options is key to optimizing currency exchange. Most British residents receive their pensions in GBP directly into their UK bank accounts. However, transferring these funds to Spanish accounts involves considering exchange rates and potential bank fees.

One common option is making direct bank transfers from the UK to Spain. However, traditional banks often offer less competitive exchange rates and may apply hidden fees, resulting in a loss of money.

Eurochange provides an efficient and cost-effective alternative, allowing you to convert pounds directly into euros with highly competitive rates. You can collect your money in cash at any of their physical offices or complete the process online for a convenient and secure experience.

For those looking to avoid traditional banks, Eurochange is also ideal for receiving international transfers at better rates. For example, converting £1,000 through a bank could leave you with up to €50 less compared to using Eurochange. This saving adds up with every transaction.

Where to Exchange Currency

  • Online at Eurochange.es:
    The Eurochange website offers an intuitive, user-friendly platform to exchange currency from the comfort of your home. You’ll enjoy competitive exchange rates and can choose between home delivery or collecting your money at a physical branch.

  • Physical Eurochange Branches:
    With over 50 locations across Spain, Eurochange is the most accessible and secure option. Their trained staff ensures a transparent process with no surprises.

"Eurochange always offers me better rates than my bank, with fast and friendly service. I recommend it to all British residents in Spain."
Mark Thompson
Retired

Why Choose Eurochange Over Banks?

  • More competitive exchange rates.
  • Transparent fees with no hidden costs.
  • Specialized customer service tailored to your needs.

Exchanging pounds to euros doesn’t have to be complicated or expensive. By opting for specialized services like Eurochange, British residents in Spain can maximize the value of their money, save time, and avoid unnecessary fees. Make your currency exchange today and enjoy a smarter, simpler financial experience!

 

King Charles III Sterling pound Banknotes

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King Charles III Sterling pound Banknotes

The date is already set on June 5th the new British pound banknotes featuring King Charles III will be released. That may see like a regular even but with the release many questions come to people mind. We are going to try to answer them for you. 

What will happen to the actual polymer Banknotes featuring Queen Elizabeth?

Don’t worry, all the actual polymer notes featuring King Elizabeth will remain legal tender, you will have no problem to pay with them or exchange them at any business. So, in case you would like to exchange British pounds into euros it wont matter if your pounds are the old version or the new one, both will have the same value. 

Why and how will both versions coexist?

This happened before many times in history and with many currencies but maybe this case is different. Usually, one note replaces the old one but, on this case, let us start telling you that as right now, the Bank of England will only issue the new version featuring King Charles III to replace damaged or really old notes. So is not like they are replacing every note they have, just those that need to be reprinted.

Also, both currencies are legal tender so they will coexist until the old notes go out of circulation, for that even is not even a date set, so won’t be a problem for a while.

Do they have the same value?

Of course, both polymer notes have the same value to pay or to be exchanged. For many months the UK is being preparing for this event. Most ATM machines already have new updates to be able to handle both versions. Companies have been updating their systems in order to detect and accept this new version on automatic machines as could be vending machines. Everything is set for this release. 

What about exchanging British pounds in Spain?

As you already know, and this post is another proof, at Eurochange we are up with the times and aware of all currents event involving currencies. This means that all our offices are informed of the latest currency news. All your British pounds will be welcomed if you want to exchange pounds to euro, no matter if they are featuring Queen Elizabeth or King Charles III.

And one more thing… At Eurochange we even exchange the old sterling pound paper notes. So don’t hesitate to come visit us at any of our many locations or contact us thru our customer service.

Top 5 strongest currencies 2023

Ranking the top 5 strongest currencies by 2023

Ok for once we are going to talk about money, but not a boring post about boring stuff. In this week´s post we are going to talk about which are the strongest currencies in the world by 2023, and just an advance, no there is not The Rock coin or Connor McGregor coin, we are talking about the regular currencies. Spoiler alert, they will surprise you.

On top of the list, we have the Kuwaiti Dinar. Taking the us dollar as a measuring bar, one KWD (Kuwaiti Dinar) equals to 3,26 USD (United State Dollar). The KWD was initially pegged to the GBP (Great Britain Pound) in the 60´s when it was born but now is another whole story. 

Numero 2, Bahraini dinar (BHD). One of those BHD can give you up to 2,65 dollars if you are exchanging currencies in the right place. Again, another relatively young currency that was born in 1965 and also was pegged to the pound sterling now being pegger to the American dollar.

On third position and closing the podium we have the OMR, Omani Rial. In the currency exchange market, the value of one OMR equals to 2,60 American dollars. 1970 was the year the Omani Rial was born, and guess what, also pegged to the US dollar. 

Forth, which still a really amazing position among all the currencies in the world, we have the Jordanian Dinar (JOD). I know I said at the beginning that there were not celebrities in this ranking, well Jordan is not the basketball player is also a country in the Middle East. But this currency could be related to Michael Jordan because as him, it’s an all-star.  For one Jordanian Dinar you could get up to 1,41 us dollars. This currency it’s a bit older than the previous three, born in 1950, but still not as old as most currencies we usually known, excluding the Euro of course.

And fifth but not last, well last this week but more to come next week, an old friend of us appears on the top 5. The British Pound (GBP) also known as pound or sterling; this currency is well known all over the globe. If you exchange British pound to dollar, you will get around 1,22 depending on the moment and company of course. The British pound on the other hand it´s one of the oldest in the world, it´s being around since the 1400s, and sticks around.

You probably see some common ground on the first for currencies: Middle East, Oil, cultural similarities. But right now, in the world those are the strongest currencies. And all those countries, and the UK of course, are really lovely places to visit. And another common ground it´s that the exchange value is from USD, well if you are visiting our website and you want to know how much those currencies will be exchanging in euros, just check the store closest to you and check the current exchange rate between euros and all those currencies. So, if you are planning to visit Kuwait, Bahrain, Oman, Jordan or the UK, please make sure you make your reservation at Eurochange. We will be more than thankful to offer you amazing rates from euro to those currencies and, as I always say, the best customer service out there. 

The Pound Sterling

Countries where you can use the Sterling Pound

The Sterling Pound is one of the oldest and most known and used currencies in the world. It is actually the 4th most used currency in the world. The US dollar is number one, followed by the euro and on 3rd place the Yen in placed just above the pound. We all can picture a pound note in our minds even with recent changes. That is why we are going to tell you a but more about this currency, where can you use it and how at Eurochange you can get them or exchange them to Euros.

The pound, or the “quid” as is used in slang, can be used in many countries. And even if there is different coins and notes designs the value does not change, one pound is one pound no matter where they come from. But don’t be mistaken, we are talking about the sterling pound, since there are many other countries that use pound as their currency but is not the same currency. In Syria, Egypt, Sudan and Lebanon also use pound, but those countries do not use the sterling pound and the value is not the same. 

The sterling pound can be used in many countries around the globe. Of course, can be used in the United Kingdom, this means that you can use them in England, Scotland, Wales and Norther Ireland, remember than in Ireland you will need Euros to do your shopping. Within the UK, and even the value is the same, we will be able to see different designs on the notes. There are eight banks allowed to print their own starling pounds: Bank of England (England); Bank of Scotland, Royal Bank of Scotland, Clydesdale Bank (Scotland); and Bank of Ireland, First Trust Bank, Danske Bank and Ulster Bank (Nother Ireland). Don’t be afraid if you get one different note while you are traveling thru the UK, just check that it comes from one of the banks listed above and you will be ok.

Is that it? Not even close. There are many other countries or territories that also use the sterling pound. Jersey, Guernsey, the Isle of Man, Gibraltar, South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands, the British Antarctic Territory, and Tristan da Cunha make the list of places where you can spend your pounds larger. In all those places the official currency is the sterling pound. Some of them are well known, but others are basically deserted territories or colonies. 

Unfortunately, while you are in Spain you will not be able to spend your pounds to go around the country. Even you will be able to find some places they accept the currency the best thing to do is to exchange your pounds to Euros, the official Spanish currency. And the best way to do it is coming to Eurochange to do so. We have really good exchange rates for you. But that is not it, at Eurochange we will provide you with the best customer service, we will answer all your inquiries and questions free of charge. Also, Eurochange has no hidden fees or commissions and our Money Agents are the best in the business, not just because they are great doing their job, but also because they are the friendliest and will help you out in all your needs. Check our many locations thru the Spanish territory and come to exchange your sterling pounds into euros.

Also, this is a two-way street, if you have euros and you planning to travel to one of the many places we named before, you can also come to Eurochange to get your British pounds. The exchange rate is as good as the opposite way but also you can make your reservation at our website and we will have your pounds ready for you when you arrive to pick them up. 

New pound coins featuring King Charles

The release of the new UK coins featuring King Charles after the Queen´s de

New coins featuring the portrait of King Charles have been revealed, with a 50p carrying his image entering general circulation within weeks.

The coins follow centuries of tradition with the monarch now facing left – the opposite way to his predecessor
As with previous British kings, and unlike the Queen, he wears no crown.
King Charles personally approved the effigy, and was understood to be pleased with the likeness.

. The full inscription surrounding the King's image reads "CHARLES III • D • G • REX • F • D • 5 POUNDS • 2022", shortened from Latin, which translates to "King Charles III, by the Grace of God, Defender of the Faith".
The 50p coin will be available for general use well before the end of the year, distributed according to demand by banks, building societies and post offices.
They will co-circulate with coins featuring the late Queen, so those 27 billion coins will still be accepted in shops.
From the start of next year, coins from the 1p to the £2, which we use in day-to-day life, will be minted carrying the same image of King Charles. They will be sent out when needed to replace damaged and worn older coins and to cover any extra demand.
There will also be two new coins designs – on a 50p and a £5 coin – to celebrate the Queen, charting her journey from a young monarch to a long-standing head of state.

These are just coins but in Eurochange are waiting for the new notes to be released in order to add them to our long list of exchange currencies. And remember, if you want to exchange your pounds to Euros, come visit us! Check out locator and find a Eurochange office near you.
 

Money and The Queen

A look at the british currency´s history with Queen Elizabeth in them

Following the Queen's death on September 8 a number of changes have already begun getting underway, some of them being the first in a lifetime. For ordinary people Britain everyday things like money and stamps, both of which currently carry Queen Elizabeth II's face, will have to be replaced. Although the Bank of England has not yet confirmed the date that the money will change, there is likely to be a significant transition phase between notes and coins featuring Queen Elizabeth II and those with King Charles III's image. Taking this as our departing point we are going to take a walk down to money history lane and take a look back to all the notes that had Queen Elizabeth as the main character. 

1956 – The Bank of England is allowed to use the Queen's portrait

1960–1961 The Queen first appears on a Bank of England note

1961Test prints for the Queen's portrait

1963–1964 Series C £5 and £10 notes

1967 An unissued 50p note

1970s New portraits for D Series notes

1970 A new portrait for 'high sum' notes

1971A second portrait for the £5 and £1 notes

1990 A timeless image for E Series

1990 Design for the watermark portrait

Since 1990 Creating a watermark

Since 2016 Portraits on polymer

From the Eurochange family we share the British’s loss. Times of changes are coming soon but we will remain the same. We still exchanging the old paper pounds to euro, but not all of them of course, anyways a note from 1960 will be more valuable that what the currency cost. Find us using our store locator and come to exchange your currency. 

And if you are interested on knowing more about the history of these historical moments on britain´s money, let us know in the comments and we will make another post going deeper in the history of some of those notes. 

 

 

When will paper £20 and £50 notes expire?

A brief explanation about the expiration of the £20 and £50 notes and what

 

When will paper £20 and £50 notes expire?

The Bank of England will be withdrawing legal tender status of paper £20 and £50 banknotes after 30 September 2022. According to the Bank of England, the majority of banknotes have been replaced but there are still more than £6bn worth of paper £20s and £8bn worth of paper £50s in circulation. After 30 September, these will no longer be legal tender.

 

Which ones are the polymer notes?

The latest polymer banknote to be issued was the £50 note “featuring Bletchley Park codebreaker and scientist Alan Turing” last year. The first plastic £20 note, featuring artist JMW Turner, was issued in February 2020. The £10 polymer features author Jane Austen, while the £5 shows war-time prime minister Sir Winston Churchill.

Why are they changing?

Bank of England’s Chief Cashier Sarah John said “Changing our banknotes from paper to polymer over recent years has been an important development, because it makes them more difficult to counterfeit, and means they are more durable." She also encouraged everyone to: “spend them now, or deposit them into a bank account.”

 

But what can I do with my old notes?

Don’t panic: the Bank of England honours every banknote that's ever been printed, so you'll always be able to take, or post, your note to London to swap it for a new one.

If you miss the 30 September deadline, you may still be able to deposit old notes at your bank. 

And what about in Spain?

At our Eurochange exchange currency offices you can bring them to us at any of our locations and we exchange you pound to euro .

Currency Mysteries: US Dollar and Sterling Pound

Curiosities about some of the american dollars and british pounds

The past week we went over some fun facts about the 4th of july. This week we are going to take a look on some fun facts about United States Dollars and British Pounds.

What does the Star on the serial number means on the US Dollars?

Many times people come to the currency exchange offices wondering about what the star means on their dollars. And we do have the answer: those are replacement notes.

And what is a “replacement note”? You may ask. Replacement notes are those that has to be printed again after there is a printing error occurs during a normal press run and renders a set of bills unusable.The replacement notes have a sequence of their own, using the star as their final "letter." This allows for 99,999,999 possible replacement notes for any given bank, series and denomination and there is about one error in every 100,000 U.S. bills.

But this is not the only time notes are replaced. The Bureau of Engraving and Printing receives around 25,000 mutilated currency redemption claims annually. Each bill is shredded and sent to waste energy facilities for disposal and a check it is sent in return to the bank that sent the damaged note.

And if you wonder… No, the star on the bills does not add any value in the dollar to euro exchange. Some private collector maybe can pay more for those notes, as well as for correlative serial number notes, or notes with printing errors, but oficially they all have their original value.

 

Some questions about sterling pounds.

There is nothing like a star in the sterling notes, but the british currency has many curiosities and fun historical facts.

Where the sterling pound name comes from? The british pound it´s also called sterling pound because historically the value was the equivalent to a pound of silver, hence why it's sometimes referred to as the "pound sterling.

And why is pound? The name can be trace back to the roman era , and it is translated from the word Libra which means weight or balance. More fully, the words Libra Pondo meant pound weight. I am sure you already assumed this fact, but just in case, this is the main reason why the symbol of the British Pound its an L, the same initial letter from Libra.

Are all the pound the same? There is nothing like the dollar star? In this case we can find some peculiarities on the old one pound coins. There are many countries that use the pound outside the UK. We can find brittish pounds also Falklands Pound, Guernsey Pound ,Gibraltar Pound , Manx Pound, Jersey Sterling Pound and St.-Helena Pound and some of them can be seen on the old 1 pound coin.

 

 

 

 

 

 

And we are back to the important question asked frequently on the money exchange offices: Do they have more value? And the answer, as in the dollar´s case, it is no. The value of those coins are the same as the original british pound when you trying to change pound to euro.

And last but not least: can I change my “star” dollars and my Sterling pounds everywhere? At Eurochange we accept all kind of notes. You can change pound to euro in all of our locations. And not just that, you can also buy dollars using euros but, even we cannot promise a star on our notes, we can guarantee a 5 star service from all our agents at Eurochange.

Plans to do in London in May and where to change from euros to pounds

We propose some plans to make your getaway to London and where to change fr

May is the month of flowers, the days are super long and the weather is very pleasant. Visiting London in May is ideal for making plans outside.

 

1. ENJOY THE FLOWER FESTIVAL IN CHELSEA

 

The RHS Chelsea Flower Show is the world's most prestigious flower show and takes place in London in May. These days, the Royal Chelsea Hospital becomes an ephemeral art museum where international landscape architects use flowers and greenery from across the UK to fashion their works.

If this exhibition is out of your budget, you have a free plan B. Be sure to take a walk through the streets of Chelsea, one of the most elegant neighborhoods in London, and enjoy Chelsea in Bloom.

It is an alternative floral art show where local shops, restaurants and hotels compete by adorning their entrances with the most creative themed floral designs.

 

2. SAIL BY BOAT ON THE THAMES IN LONDON

 

Going by boat in London is one of the experiences that we most recommend. The boat trip on the Thames in London allows you to enjoy a bit of relaxation (which is appreciated in a city as busy as this) while you get to know the main monuments of the city from a different perspective.

Most cruises in London usually have an open-air room and another acclimatized for cold days, but the best thing is that they also have a bar/cafeteria where you can have a warm coffee or a beer.

 

 3. PARTICIPATE IN THE LITTLE VENICE FESTIVAL

 

The bridge of the first weekend of May (early May bank holiday), the canals of Little Venice are flooded with colors. The Inland Waterways Association hosts the annual Boat Gathering where more than 100 boats moor along the Grand Union Canal between Blomfield Road, Warwick Avenue and Warwick Crescent to participate decked out in this cavalcade.

Lots of fun awaits you here, dancers, street food stalls, Ale taps, craft stalls, live music and children's activities.

 

4. GET TO KNOW LONDON IN SPANISH WITH THE AVAILABLE FREE TOURS

 

Put on comfortable shoes and join a free walking tour in London. They are the best way to get to know the city. Free tours are guided walking routes without a stipulated price. It is you who will have the freedom to voluntarily assess the work of the guide once you have already known his work. They are based on the idea of ​​why pay for something before knowing it if I don't know if I am going to like it or not?

 

5. SEE LONDON FROM THE HEIGHTS

 

Any time of the year is good to see London from above. Our advice is that, if you can, do it at sunset. If you are lucky and the day is sunny, you will see how the sunlight draws pink strokes on the clouds in the sky and dyes the buildings in ocher and gold tones, with pronounced shadows that will make your photos spectacular.

 

6. ENJOY THE OUTDOOR THEATER

 

In May, the season of London's Regent's Park Open Air Theater begins. This is a great opportunity to see an outdoor play in Regents Park, one of the most beautiful parks in London, making it a unique experience.

If you really like the theater, don't forget that London is the home of the West End, the neighborhood with the highest number of theaters per square meter in all of Europe. The best plays and musicals are here. The Phantom of the Opera, the Lion King, Les Miserables…

 

Well, as you can see, you have many activities available to do in London if you travel this spring, all you have to do is pack your suitcase and enjoy your getaway.

Remember that in London you cannot pay with euros, the currency in circulation there is the pound sterling. Go to our website and make your reservation or go to any office in our network with a currency sales service and make the change from euro to pound and you won't have to worry about anything else. Call us at the Customer Service Center 615403877 and our operators will be happy to answer your questions.

 

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Banknotes of 50 and 20 British Pounds in paper, there is already a date for withdrawal

The Bank of England warns about the date of withdrawal of paper 50 and 20 p

THE BANK OF ENGLAND has issued a major update, reminding Britons that their £20 and £50 notes will soon be obsolete, prompting people to use them while they can.
 

Paper notes are common currency throughout the UK and many people are used to paying with them on a day to day basis. However, in a vital alert, the Bank of England has said that paper notes will be phased out entirely. Since many people still have them in various places around the house, it is important to take action. In a Twitter post, the Bank of England highlighted the matter in the run-up to Christmas. It read: “Last Christmas to spend your £20 paper and £50 bills. Retailers can still accept their £20 and £50 paper notes." However, the central bank also highlighted the date when this would no longer be the case. The old £20 and £50 notes will be officially phased out on 30 September 2022. They will be replaced by polymer alternatives as the last banknotes to be phased out of paper.
The £5 paper notes were the first to be phased out, ceasing to be legal tender in May 2017. The old £10 notes followed closely in March 2018, with replacements gradually entering circulation. The Bank of England has since introduced polymer £20 notes, first issued on February 20, 2020. The new £50 polymer note was first put into circulation on June 23, 2021. The The Bank of England's website has urged action on the £20 and £50 paper notes as they near maturity. It encourages people to spend or deposit them in the bank before the date of September 30, 2022. The reason for phasing out paper notes in the UK is clear and outlined by the central bank. He has explained that the newer banknotes have advanced security features, describing them as "our most secure set of polymer banknotes yet". The new £20 and £50 notes feature two windows and two-colour foil, which should make them very difficult to counterfeit.
However, aside from this, there are additional benefits to the newer polymer notes as well, with the Bank of England adding: “One of the benefits shared by all our polymer notes is that they last longer than paper notes and keep up. in better condition during its useful life. Use. "This note, like the polymer £10 and £20, will have a tactile feature to help visually impaired people identify the denomination."
Although older banknotes will no longer be legal tender, Britons need not panic. This is because the central bank will always accept them and they can be exchanged for legal tender. There are a number of ways that people will be able to deal with their old bills aside from spending them. A local bank branch, if open, should be the best port of call, as it's not likely to bother the Brits. Here, people will usually be able to bring their old bills to the counter to exchange them for the polymer alternatives. Some providers allow people to deposit the old currency into their bank account, which is also convenient. Alternatively, people can also visit the post office to deal with the matter and make the change. However, it is worth noting that once a note has been withdrawn from circulation, a bank or post office has no legal obligation to make an exchange. Finally, for those who are closer to home or wish to travel, the Bank of England can make the switch. It is located on Threadneedle Street, London, where a person can enter to exchange notes. They should be aware that there might be a wait time to get to a desk, depending on how busy it is at the time. Other people can mail their notes to the central bank if this is more appropriate for them.
 

If you are in Spain and you have banknotes out of circulation, you should know that at Eurochange we can make the change for you since we accept exotic currency, from all over the world, currency out of circulation and even deteriorated. Do not hesitate to call us or come to any office in our network and we will be happy to make the change for you.
Leave us a comment and we will respond as soon as possible, or call us at the customer service phone number 615403877 and we will answer your questions.

New 20 Pound polymer banknote

This is the new 20 Sterling Pound note

As we already told you about the 5 Pound note and the 10 Pound note, the Bank of England is in the process of renovating the Pound Sterling and they are replacing paper banknotes with polymer (plastic) ones.

New polymer 20 Pound note

On February 20 the new 20 Pound Sterling polymer banknote will be in circulation.

What will the new 20 Pound note look like?

In this new note the image of Queen Elizabeth II remains on the obverse, but on the reverse the character is renewed. Adam Smith present on the cotton paper note will be replaced by the painter William Turner, famous landscape designer of the 18th and 19th centuries who stood out in oil painting as well as in watercolor.

In addition, this new note will incorporate security measures similar to those that already have the 5 and 10 Pound notes as the see through window, the hologram with changing text or the 3D silver printing of the Crown.

How long will the 20 Pound paper notes be valid?

For now, the 20 Pound paper banknotes will remain valid until further notice and can be used interchangeably with those made of polymer.

We will notify you in our blog when the withdrawal will occur so you can change them before they stop being in circulation.

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