ICE Currency Exchange

[KuduKiller]

Anyone ever use these people? I usually take Rand from the last trip on the next trip but I guess I spent it all. I see they have several Kiosks in ATL and it looks like I can pre-order Rand. I usually just exchange in stores or through my PH or hit the ABSA nearest to camp. I think it’s always a good idea to carry a little, especially when they hold their hand out for a tip and you give them R20,,, talk about a shitty look.

 

[SETH RINGER]

WE JUST ORDER IT FROM OUR BANK. I LIKE TO TIP EVERYONE BUT THE PH WITH RAND, IN MY MIND IT JUST MAKES IT EASIER FOR THEM.

 

[Wade J VanGinkel]

I order from my bank also. Just a small local bank but can get most foreign currency within 48 hours.
Euros, pounds, kroner and hopefully rand for my next trip.
The best part is they don't charge fees

 

[JimP]

I get mine through my bank also. Just go in and order what I want in the denominations that I want. Couple days later I'll get a phone call to come pick it up.

 

[375Fox]

The exchange rate from your bank will be significantly better than anything you’ll find in a US airport.

 

[KuduKiller]

I will give my bank a call tomorrow!

 

[KMG Hunting Safaris]

Anyone ever use these people? I usually take Rand from the last trip on the next trip but I guess I spent it all. I see they have several Kiosks in ATL and it looks like I can pre-order Rand. I usually just exchange in stores or through my PH or hit the ABSA nearest to camp. I think it’s always a good idea to carry a little, especially when they hold their hand out for a tip and you give them R20,,, talk about a shitty look.

I have found the best rates at Johannesburg Airport, behind security, before entering the public area. There seems to be a different rate between that kiosk and the ones open to the public.

 

[Philip Glass]

Anyone ever use these people? I usually take Rand from the last trip on the next trip but I guess I spent it all. I see they have several Kiosks in ATL and it looks like I can pre-order Rand. I usually just exchange in stores or through my PH or hit the ABSA nearest to camp. I think it’s always a good idea to carry a little, especially when they hold their hand out for a tip and you give them R20,,, talk about a shitty look.

Make sure your credit card is working and has a pin. Call them and notify about the trip. Use the ATM in the airport on arrival. Anything else and you will be cheated.

 

[wesheltonj]

Easier and cheaper to use an ATM in RSA has long as your bank rebates ATM fees and you use a Bank ATM and not a private ATM.

 

[KuduKiller]

I’ve used ABSA before over there and had no issues.

 

[KuduKiller]

I called my bank, which is a smaller bank in Kentucky. They confirmed they doing fact order in Rand and I was told only to give them a week to order and get it in. She said they do the highest rate of the week so thanks for the info all!!!!!

 

[coreydb]

I get my Rands at an international monetary exchange nearby. I talk to the PH, get a breakout of staff (the PH, tracker and skinner are always a given),crunch the numbers by the going tip percentage, then request the total amount broken in the specified bills so I have the exact amount for each. I embarrassed myself once, had to talk to my PH offline, and sent him the money in a bank transfer. Wouldn't you know too, she was the best support I had out of all my safaris to date!