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I typically recommend ordering cash a few weeks ahead of time to make sure it arrives in time for your trip, as some banks require up to 10 business days of notice. The catch to the great bank rates is that you need to order the currency exchange months in advance.

Currencies are akin to commodities and stocks because they offer the potential for capital appreciation. If the value of your currencies rises against the dollar, you will profit. If your currencies fall relative to the dollar, you will lose money.

Some popular options to consider for foreign currency exchange include banks, airports, RBI-approved money changers, ATMs, and forex service platforms. You must submit copies of your passport, Visa, identity and address proof, along with confirmed air-tickets to obtain forex.

Making currency exchanges later in the week can also lead to better rates. For those transferring pounds into foreign currencies, Friday was typically the best day, while Monday and Tuesday were generally the most expensive.

Though there may be a small fee if you exchange less than a certain amount, your bank or credit union will almost always be the cheapest place to exchange currency. You may be able to order currency at a branch location, by phone, or online to have it delivered to you or to pick up at a branch.

Investors can also try to profit from a falling dollar by owning foreign-currency ETFs or investing in U.S. exporting companies. A weaker dollar is often accompanied by higher inflation in the U.S. and/or an economic downturn.

Buy currency before you travel. When you are traveling to another country, you can exchange some of your money before you leave home. Doing so gives you time to shop around for the best rate. Plus, when you arrive, you won't have to immediately find a bank or currency exchange.