Guaranteed to Beat Most Currency Exchange Rates in Santa Barbara

If you’re traveling from Santa Barbara to Canada for school, work, or vacation purposes, you may need to convert some of your USD funds to CAD to make purchases easier when you arrive.

However, if you’ve never conducted foreign currency exchange before, you may run the risk of selecting a service that charges high overhead fees while providing sub-par exchange rates.

Don’t worry – our team at Knightsbridge is here to help you get the best deal for your dollars! We’re focused on providing the best rates on the market to residents of the Central California coast for the lowest price.

To learn more about how our service works, keep reading!

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How Our Service Works: Step-by-Step Process

Since 2009, we’ve assisted our Canadian clients in successfully trading over 2 billion dollars, and we’re happy to provide the same services to residents and tourists in Santa Barbara.

Our process is quick and simple, taking just a few minutes. Here are the steps:

Request a Free Quote

When dealing with financial services, you should know what you’re signing up for before you commit.

Before booking a transaction with us, we’re happy to provide you with a free quote of the sum you wish to process, stating the rate of exchange you’ll receive.

To request a quote, contact us at our toll-free phone number: 1-(877)-355-5239. Don’t worry – there is no obligation to use our services after receiving a quote!

Book the Transaction

If you’re pleased with the sum from your complimentary quote, awesome! The next step is to booking your transaction with us so you can pocket some Canadian dollars.

To book your transfer, scroll to our online form and enter the sum of money stated on your quote, along with your contact information. After selecting Submit, we’ll send a trade receipt to your inbox.

Integrity is part of our policy. We will never process a transfer until you confirm the details on your receipt.

Complete Your Transfer

After you review and confirm the details on your receipt, the last step is to select your preferred payment method. We currently accept funds via online bill payment and bank transfer.

Our service is fully compatible with all banking institutions in the United States and Canada, so you don’t need to take extra steps to confirm your eligibility!

Once you submit your transfer, you’ll receive your funds the same day, provided you completed the transaction within banking hours. Otherwise, your funds will arrive the following day.

Use our savings calculator to see how much you can save on your next transaction

Take advantage of the best exchange rates when buying US real estate, moving to another country, sending money to family, and paying foreign tuition.

Free same-day transfers, no hidden fees and professional service.

Our converter uses mid-market rates. The rate is subject to change.

Interbank Rate: 1 CAD = 0.7307 USD

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Enjoy Total Security of Funds

We value our clients’ trust, which is why we keep the security of their hard-earned money top-of-mind. When you choose our services, you won’t need to worry about how your funds are being handled.

Our brokers are licensed, with years of experience to back them, ensuring the secure management of your funds. Additionally, KnightsbridgeFX is registered with FINTRAC (a Canadian government agency), under the MSB registration number M09819788.

Your money is in safe hands.

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Where to Conduct Currency Exchange in Santa Barbara, CA

Foreign currency exchange is a very competitive market, giving consumers several methods for completing funds transfers. Santa Barbara locals can convert their USD to CAD at any of the following locations:

Santa Barbara Airport
Hotel exchange counters
Kiosk services at shopping malls
Local banks
Santa Barbara exchange brokers

All the options listed above are solid choices for converting foreign currency. However, if you want to ensure you’re getting the best deal, working with an exchange brokerage is the best decision.

Our expert brokers at KnightsbridgeFX offer significantly better rates and fees than most banks in Santa Barbara. So if you’re a business owner making international payments to your Canadian staff, an international student sending tuition money, or a foreign real estate investor, our service is the best way to send more for less.

In fact, our low rates are best for those sending large sums ($5,000+). Try Knightsbridge and get more for your money today.

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KnightsbridgeFx is registered with FINTRAC, under the MSB registration number M09819788. Like most financial institutions, we are required to validate the identity of all clients. We have strict measures in place to protect your privacy.

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The Benefits of Using Our Exchange Services

As touched on above, we pride ourselves in offering the best rates available for currency exchange. But we are dedicated to providing an overall positive customer experience to our clients.

When you choose to work with Knightsbridge FX, you can enjoy the following benefits:

Security

Our licensed agents are trained to handle your transaction with professionalism and ease. Our security measures ensure your funds are protected and secure.
Quick Delivery

If you complete your transfer during banking hours, you’ll receive your funds on the same day at your desired location. If you complete your transfer after hours, your funds will arrive the following day.
Transparency

You’ll receive a trade confirmation receipt stating exactly how much money you’ll receive and the rate of exchange. You don’t need to worry about any hidden fees or charges!
Convenience

Registration and booking only take a few minutes to complete through our online form, and our service is compatible with all banks in the United States and Canada.
Top-Tier Customer Service

Our friendly customer service agents are here to help with any questions you may have! Call us via our toll-free number and we’ll be happy to assist you.

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KnightsbridgeFX vs. Traditional Services

Navigating currency exchange in Santa Barbara doesn't have to mean surfing against the current. KnightsbridgeFX is your steadfast ally, ensuring that your money stretches further, without the hidden fees and surprises that banks often include. We’re committed to transparency and fairness in every transaction.

While most banks charge 2-3% in transaction fees, at KnightsbridgeFX, we only charge half a percentage. We offer a rate of exchange that is 2.5% lower than what banks in California are able to provide ,allowing you to save big on your transactions.

In fact, we monitor the major banks in Canada and the US daily to ensure we’re still offering the best rates available.

If you're:

An international student or teacher at a prestigious foreign school
A parent helping a child navigate international tuitions and expenses
A business owner trading or paying employees overseas
Supporting family members abroad with regular funds transfers
Investing in or buying property in Canada

… The KnightsbridgeFX is more than just a currency exchange service; we're your financial lifeguard in the vast ocean of international finance. Choose us today for worry-free currency exchange in Santa Barbara, CA.

Get the Best Foreign Exchange Rate in Santa Barbara with Knightsbridge FX

We’ve been serving clients across North America for over 13 years and in that time, we’ve helped over 130,000 customers with their money transfers. Santa Barbara, we’d be happy to serve you next.

If you’d like to use our services, contact us via our toll-free number for a free quote and fill out our online form.

Toll-free: 1-(877)-355-5239

Frequently Asked Questions

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Tell me about Knightsbridge Foreign Exchange's Best Rate Guarantee.

We are guaranteed to offer you a better exchange rate than your financial institution. If you find a better rate from a competitor, once we verify the exchange rate quote we guarantee that we will beat their rate.
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What is the minimum amount I can exchange?

Our typical transaction size is between $2,000 per transaction and up to $40 million annually. We like to keep our minimum to $2,000 but we have some flexibility.When sending funds outside of Canada, intermediary banks and receiving banks may charge the receiving customer to receive a transfer.
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Tell me more about the security of funds.

Client funds are held in segregated client account at a major Canadian financial institution, separate from operating accounts, and are completely secure. A trade confirmation contract on our letterhead is sent to you upon execution of your currency transaction confirming all agreed upon details for your records. All transactions have a confirmation number and can be traced electronically with Canadian banks. Funds can be transferred quickly, generally same-day or next business day back to your specified destination. Funds are transferred securely by wire transfer or direct deposit.

All companies that transmit money in Canada must be registered and regulated by FINTRAC. We are registered and regulated by FINTRAC ( a Government of Canada agency) and our registration number is M09819788.

Over several billions of dollars have been converted for thousands of our Canadian clients and we have a number of testimonials in third party reputable business media including the Toronto Star and Globe and Mail.

Our client account and relationship with our Canadian financial institution is in good standing and they are willing to verify this with a bank letter or phone reference (please contact us if required).
We are conveniently integrated with all Canadian banks and you can test our service with a small amount to see how it works.
4
Why don’t you show your rates online?

The rates change based on the amount you exchange. If you call or email us with the amount you want to exchange, we can give you the rate inclusive of our fees based on the dollar amount you are exchanging.
5
Can I pay with physical cash, cheque, or bank draft?

We are not able to accept payments by cash, cheque, or bank draft.
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How can you get an exchange rate better than what banks offer?

Our large transactional volume allows us to obtain purchasing power – we buy in bulk and pass on the great exchange rates to you along with free wire transfers. Moreover, unlike us, banks have very complex infrastructures and charge hidden fees to be able to cover their costs.
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Why banks allow you to use them when you are a competitor?

Banks are required to work with us for anti-competitive reasons
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How do I register as a Corporation?

Fill in the Corporate Form here.