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Startup Overseas provide new foreign exchange service
Startup Overseas is pleased to announce a new foreign exchange and money transfer solution for you and your business to use.
When doing business overseas, one key thing to consider is how to make payments to and from the location and how the exchange rate between currencies can affect your costs, profits and budgeting. We save time and money on all international payments by with our secure and seamless online service.
Our money transfer service enables money to be transferred in over 32 currencies delivered worldwide and opens you up to new opportunities to import and export globally, all whilst knowing it is 4% cheaper than using your bank.
Register an account now to send and receive funds worldwide and ensure you are getting the best exchange rates and the most money into your accounts. Benefit from;
- 4% savings compared to banks
- 24/7 online support from the UK
- Free payments over £3,000
- Full payment reconciliation
- Free to register an account
Find out about country specific foreign exchange and payment advice when browsing through how to set up a business on Startup Overseas.