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TrustScore 4.5 out of 5

4.5

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Looking at 3,644 reviews, reviewers overwhelmingly had a great experience with this company. Customers consistently praise the ease of the online ordering process and the competitive exchange rates offered. Many highlight the excellent service, noting that the staff are friendly, knowledgeable, and efficient, making the collection process smooth and pleasant. The overall user experience, from ordering to collection, is frequently described as seamless, quick, and trouble-free. However, some customers experienced issues with the collection process, including delays in notification and difficulty locating their orders in-store. A few also mentioned that the inability to select specific denominations when ordering led to receiving too many large notes.

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Staff

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Service

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Price

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Order

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User experience

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Our online purchase of Euros from JL was a very simple and straightforward process, made even better with a competitive exchange rate. We selected collection from our local Waitrose store, where it ar... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Well, the store is very local to me, which is a plus. The rate is fairly competitive, which is always good. Collection is a very easy process, once the email confirmation comes to the inbox. Take my p... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent member of staff. Friendly, knowledgeable and helpful. No upselling. No travel cards get you a better rate (travel cards can be a big gamble in some countries). Just great customer servi... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Fast efficient service. Decent rate. Didn’t order as only getting euros and in stock. Convenient to just call in while out shopping in Trafford Centre

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  1. Non-Bank Financial Service

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Our in-house experts and trusted partners work together to offer you money products for your life and your goals. From the John Lewis Partnership Credit Card to insurance, we can help you think outside the bank. Enjoy travel money at great rates and cover for the things you love most, with home insurance for forever homes and right-now homes, car insurance to get you into gear, and pet insurance packed with benefits to keep those tails wagging. You do you. Let us sort the money stuff.


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4.5

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TrustScore 4.5 out of 5

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Competitive quote

Competitive quote, easy ordering on line and convenient pick up at Waitrose 2 miles away. Overall a really good experience.

27 June 2026
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Reply from John Lewis Money

Thank you for your wonderful feedback Mr Atkinson. We're so pleased you had such a positive experience with our service. ^David

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

We had a very pleasant experience…

We had a very pleasant experience getting our dollars for the USA.
Very helpful assistant.
Quick transaction.

27 June 2026
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Reply from John Lewis Money

We're so glad to hear you had a pleasant experience exchanging currency for your USA trip. We appreciate your kind words about our helpful team and quick service! ^David

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Very easy and quick to buy Euros

Very easy and quick to buy Euros. Very friendly, very efficient and helpful. Staff excellent.

20 June 2026
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Reply from John Lewis Money

We're delighted to hear you found our service for buying Euros so easy. We appreciate your kind words about our friendly and helpful staff. ^David

Rated 3 out of 5 stars

Why do John Lewis ask for proof of ID…

Why do John Lewis ask for proof of ID just to purchase currency?
In future I will go elsewhere.

20 June 2026
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Reply from John Lewis Money

Hi Richard, From time to time we'll ask for ID for security purposes. If you have any further questions at all please feel free to get in touch with us directly: service@foreigncurrency.johnlewisfinance.com. ^David

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

First class service

First class service, easy online application with step by step instructions. Very fast response, credit limit set on applying. 5***** from me. Recommend

23 June 2026
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Reply from John Lewis Money

We're so glad you found our online application easy. Thank you for your wonderful 5-star review Anthony! ^David

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

JL Milton Keynes Bureau de Change

Surroundings, quiet location, nice atmosphere close to a cafe within JL, what's not to like? Process was simple, professional and at a good rate.

20 June 2026
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Reply from John Lewis Money

We're so glad you enjoyed your visit David. Thank you for your loyalty and kind words. ^David

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Very good service

Very good service. In my local store the next day very helpful staff to give me my currency no problem at all.

25 June 2026
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Reply from John Lewis Money

That's great to hear Sheila, thank you for choosing our Travel Money service! ^Angela

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Easy to order on line

Easy to order on line and collect at local Waitrose!
No charges if you use you JL Credit Card as well!
What not to like?

25 June 2026
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Reply from John Lewis Money

Hi Anne. We are pleased to hear you found our click and collect service to be easy, thank you for sharing your positive experience! ^Angela

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Helpful

Helpful, efficient and kind.

24 June 2026
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Reply from John Lewis Money

Hi, thank you for choosing our Travel Money service, we really appreciate your kind feedback! ^Angela

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Always a good deal with John Lewis.

I always buy my holiday money at John Lewis. They do a great exchange rate, it’s easy to order and the money is promptly delivered the next morning by Royal Mail. Never had a problem and have done it for many years now. Good

24 June 2026
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Reply from John Lewis Money

Thank you for sharing your review. We are so pleased to hear you consistently have such a positive experience with our holiday money service. We appreciate your loyalty and kind words. ^Karen

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Very easy to use

Very easy to use

23 June 2026
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Reply from John Lewis Money

We are so glad you found it easy to use Peter. Thank you for your kind words and positive feedback. ^Karen

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Bureau de Change

Easy to get to Bureau de Change. Very friendly service and all completed swiftly.

23 June 2026
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Reply from John Lewis Money

Hello Ian, we are so pleased you found our service friendly and quick. Thank you for your wonderful feedback. ^Karen

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Prompt service

Prompt service

23 June 2026
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Reply from John Lewis Money

Thank you for taking the time to share your experience. We really appreciate your feedback and the five stars. ^Karen

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