Transferring money from UK

we have used HIFX and Caxton, both were fine and once the account set up very simple and easy. If you use the forum search facility many other companies have also been recommended.

We used Smart Currency Exchange - we shopped around and they at the time provided the best rate

Oz forex, all checked out with the regulator.  Andrew Coated is the contact and he can talk you through it no jargon   You are wise not to use a bank

We have used MoneyCorp Online. It's terribly easy and allows you to book rates for forward transfers. You can check rates pretty much anytime. They charge a flat fee of £10.00 per movement.

I have used Rational FX - very helpful and easy - but maybe best to shop around  and see best rates on day.

Hi we use MoneyCorp & can recommend them. Very easy to use & no problems.

I have used Foreign Currency Direct ....dealing with Leigh Smith, very easy and straightforward...you could call just for info and no obligation: 0800 328 5884 / +44 1494 725353

We have used Smart Currency and TorFX both with no problems.  I would hesitate to recommend anyone though, given recent experiences.There is a major difference between Authorised by: and regulated by: the FSA. Just make sure that whoever you use ringfences your money just in case there's another Crown Currency escapade!

The key difference is "registered" by the FSA and "authorised" by the FSA. Registered companies have no obligation to segregate client funds from general company funds whereas authorised companies do. In the event of the collapse of an authorised company segregated client funds should therefore be safe. Well thats the theory. Unfortunately the demise of Crown Currency has thrown up this "loophole" that most people were unaware of and again the FSA does not come out in a good light. Also, in cases of fraud or malpractise as things stand at the moment its unlikely that even for an "authorised" firm, customers would be able to draw on the FSA's compensation fund. Regulation, in the whole industry, in my opinion needs to be clarified and tightened up.