Exchange rates and foreign currencies
Consult the table below for the current exchange rate. A National Bank account is required to complete this transaction.
See the Cash transactions tab below for transactions involving the purchase and sale of paper money (physical bills), including online orders.
Select the Non-cash transactions 1 tab for exchange transactions not involving the exchange of physical banknotes (cheques, bank drafts, wire transfers and other funds transfers).
- Cash transactions
- Non-cash transactions
Major currencies available online and in-branch 2
Value in Canadian dollars. The exchange rates shown below are valid for the following date 3:
September 3, 2025
Other currencies 2
Value in Canadian dollars. The exchange rates shown below are valid for the following date 3:
September 3, 2025
Banknote transaction rates are generally less advantageous because they take into account shipping and handling costs.
The rates are posted for information only and are subject to change without notice. In the event of a discrepancy between the rates on this page and those in the branch, the latter take precedence.
1. Bank drafts are only available in CAD, USD and EUR. More currencies are available for wire transfers.
2. Currencies offered may vary from one branch to another. Find a branch.
3. For a transaction carried out on Saturday or a day which is not a bank working day, the latest rates displayed are carried over.
*Please confirm with your branch the rate and/or availability of the currency.
Order foreign currency online
Buy and receive your foreign currency wherever you want by placing your order in your online bank.