Citi Global Currency Account
Call the world home.
From a global leader1 in foreign exchange comes the all-in-one Citi Global Currency Account. Spend, send and receive a world of currencies instantly - giving you the freedom to pay like a local, even when you aren't.
All-in-one global banking solution
Consolidate your international bank accounts into one place, with account details for up to 10 currencies.
Instantly exchange currencies
Switch currencies on the go via the Citi Mobile® App to pay like a local when overseas, or to take advantage of currency movements.
Send and receive foreign currency
Receive money from friends, family or overseas investments (such as rent from a property) in 10 currencies and hold it until you wish to exchange it.
Earn 0.50% interest
If you have at least $25,000 in your Australian Dollar account, you’ll earn 0.50% p.a. interest, with no withdrawal fees, and interest paid monthly.
Open a Citi Global Currency Account today
Available Currencies
In addition to AUD, you can hold and transact in the following currencies:
View the current exchange rates here.
Does the Citi Global Currency Account have any fees?
| Is there a monthly service fee or minimum balance required? | No, there isn't a monthly account keeping fee or a minimum balance required. | ||||||
| Are there any ATM fees? | No, Citi won’t charge any fees, but the ATM operator you use may. | ||||||
| Are there any fees when sending money (Australia or overseas)? | No, Citi won’t charge any fees, but the bank that's receiving the money may. | ||||||
| Are there any fees when receiving money (Australia or overseas)? | No, Citi won’t charge any fees, but the bank that's sending the money may. | ||||||
| Are there any fees when making overseas purchases? | No, there are no foreign transaction fees on this account. | ||||||
| Is there a fee for closing my account? | No, but we’d be sad to see you go. Note: if an account is closed with a balance of less than $5 AUD (or equivalent in another currency), the credit balance will not be returned to you. Refer to your account Terms and Conditions for more information. |
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| Is there a fee if my account is overdrawn? | No, but you will not be able to make more purchases until a positive balance is restored. | ||||||
| Do I earn interest on the account? | Yes, you can earn interest on your Australian dollar currency account based on the account balance.
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How to set up your account
Just opened a Citi Global Currency Account and excited to get going?
Here’s a guide to setting up your account so you can start using it in Australia as well as abroad, for shopping online, sending/receiving money worldwide, converting currency, and much more.
Sending money overseas with Citi
Need to send money overseas? Citi’s global network allows you to send money worldwide at excellent exchange rates.
5 things to consider before you travel overseas
Travelling overseas? Make sure you’ve considered these 5 things before you leave.
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