When you are making an international currency transfer many people think going through their high street bank is the most convenient option.
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When you are making an international currency transfer many people think going through their high street bank is the most convenient option.
When you are making an international currency transfer many people think going through their high street bank is the most convenient option.
Trust is the fundamental glue that holds any business relationship together. At Optimal Currency, our business is built on trust, and we want our clients to feel secure in working with us on their international transactions.
At this time of rising costs of fuel, energy and natural resources SMEs are facing a tough time and need to ensure their margins are as tight as possible. Never is this more important than when importing and exporting materials and goods fundamental to the business.
OPTIMAL Why Work With Us?
Our ethos is to nurture long term relationships with our clients and partners. Over 90% of our new customers are direct referrals or recommendations. Our aim is that after trading with us every customer is happy to refer a friend or family member and leave a 5-star review.
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OPTIMAL Why Work With Us?
Our ethos is to nurture long term relationships with our clients and partners. Over 90% of our new customers are direct referrals or recommendations. Our aim is that after trading with us every customer is happy to refer a friend or family member and leave a 5-star review.
NEED SOME HELPContact Our Team
Here to help with all your currency needs.
© Optimal Currency Limited. All rights reserved.
Optimal Currency Limited is registered in England and Wales under company number 11627191, registered office 13 Upper High Street, Thame, Oxfordshire, England, OX9 3ER. Optimal Currency Limited is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) as an Authorised Payment Institution with Firm Reference Number (FRN) 830790. Optimal Currency’s registered offices are located at 13 Upper High Street, Thame, OX9 3ER. We are supervised by the FCA for compliance with the Money Laundering Regulations (MLR).
At Optimal Currency, we always seek to register our clients directly under our own license wherever possible. However, in certain circumstances—such as specific currency requirements, jurisdictional regulations, or technology solutions make it more efficient—we may place clients with one of our carefully selected partner institutions. Each partner has been rigorously vetted to ensure they meet our high standards of service, security, and technology integration. This approach allows us to deliver a seamless, compliant, and first-class currency experience no matter where you are based.
If you would like to confirm which partner you are registered with, please contact your dedicated currency broker.
Clients that we service via Ebury
Optimal Currency’s Payment and Foreign Currency Exchange Services are provided by Ebury Partners UK Limited. Ebury Partners UK Limited (EPUK) is an Authorised Electronic Money Institution (Financial Services Register No. 900797) and is licensed to provide payment services including FX spots and FX Forwards for the commercial purpose of the facilitation of payments for identifiable goods or services and direct investments. Ebury Partners UK Limited is registered with the Information Commissioner’s Office, with registration number: ZA345828.
Clients that we service via Equals
Equals Money Plc is registered in England & Wales No. 05539698. Equals Money Plc is part of Equals Group Limited (Registered in England & Wales No. 08922461). Registered Office: 3rd Floor, Vintners’ Place, 68 Upper Thames St, London, EC4V 3BJ. Equals Money Plc is authorised by the Financial Conduct Authority to provide payment services (FCA No. 488396).
Clients that we service via GC Partners
Global Currency Exchange Network Ltd trading as GC Partners is authorised by the Financial Conduct Authority under the Payment Services Regulations 2017 for the provision of payment services (Firm Reference Number 504346). Global Currency Exchange Network Ltd trading as GC Partners is an Authorised Payment Institution (API) that puts the security and protection of your money at the core of our business. GC Partners are regulated by HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) under the Anti Money Laundering Regulations 2017. Registration number 12137189.
Clients that we service via Sciopay
Foreign Exchange and Payment Services for customers introduced by Optimal Currency Limited to Sciopay Ltd are provided solely by Sciopay Ltd. Sciopay Ltd is a company incorporated in England & Wales with Registration No: 12352935. Sciopay Ltd is licensed and regulated by HMRC as a Money Service Business (MSB) with Licence No: XCML00000151326. Sciopay Ltd is authorised by the Financial Conduct Authority as an Authorised Payment Institution with Firm Reference Number: 927951.
© Optimal Currency Limited. All rights reserved.
Optimal Currency Limited is registered in England and Wales under company number 11627191, registered office 13 Upper High Street, Thame, Oxfordshire, England, OX9 3ER. Optimal Currency Limited is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) as an Authorised Payment Institution with Firm Reference Number (FRN) 830790. Optimal Currency’s registered offices are located at 13 Upper High Street, Thame, OX9 3ER. We are supervised by the FCA for compliance with the Money Laundering Regulations (MLR).
At Optimal Currency, we always seek to register our clients directly under our own license wherever possible. However, in certain circumstances—such as specific currency requirements, jurisdictional regulations, or technology solutions make it more efficient—we may place clients with one of our carefully selected partner institutions. Each partner has been rigorously vetted to ensure they meet our high standards of service, security, and technology integration. This approach allows us to deliver a seamless, compliant, and first-class currency experience no matter where you are based.
If you would like to confirm which partner you are registered with, please contact your dedicated currency broker.
Clients that we service via Ebury
Optimal Currency’s Payment and Foreign Currency Exchange Services are provided by Ebury Partners UK Limited. Ebury Partners UK Limited (EPUK) is an Authorised Electronic Money Institution (Financial Services Register No. 900797) and is licensed to provide payment services including FX spots and FX Forwards for the commercial purpose of the facilitation of payments for identifiable goods or services and direct investments. Ebury Partners UK Limited is registered with the Information Commissioner’s Office, with registration number: ZA345828.
Clients that we service via Equals
Equals Money Plc is registered in England & Wales No. 05539698. Equals Money Plc is part of Equals Group Limited (Registered in England & Wales No. 08922461). Registered Office: 3rd Floor, Vintners’ Place, 68 Upper Thames St, London, EC4V 3BJ. Equals Money Plc is authorised by the Financial Conduct Authority to provide payment services (FCA No. 488396).
Clients that we service via GC Partners
Global Currency Exchange Network Ltd trading as GC Partners is authorised by the Financial Conduct Authority under the Payment Services Regulations 2017 for the provision of payment services (Firm Reference Number 504346). Global Currency Exchange Network Ltd trading as GC Partners is an Authorised Payment Institution (API) that puts the security and protection of your money at the core of our business. GC Partners are regulated by HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) under the Anti Money Laundering Regulations 2017. Registration number 12137189.
Clients that we service via Sciopay
Foreign Exchange and Payment Services for customers introduced by Optimal Currency Limited to Sciopay Ltd are provided solely by Sciopay Ltd. Sciopay Ltd is a company incorporated in England & Wales with Registration No: 12352935. Sciopay Ltd is licensed and regulated by HMRC as a Money Service Business (MSB) with Licence No: XCML00000151326. Sciopay Ltd is authorised by the Financial Conduct Authority as an Authorised Payment Institution with Firm Reference Number: 927951.