Foreign cash As soon as you arrive at your destination, you'll find that you often need some cash for taxis, phone calls, or something to eat - and there may not always be an ATM nearby. So organise your travel money before you fly and there is $0 commission 1 when purchased from Australia Post. How it works Choose your currency Check your rate Check your exchange rate online. Purchase your cash Order online through American Express 2 or at one of our 3,200 participating Australia Post retail outlets. Collect before you fly If you order in-store before midday (AEST), your foreign cash will be ready for collection at the same Australia Post retail outlet from 4pm the next business day 3 in metro areas (regional areas may take two days). If you order online, you should allow 3-4 business days before collection from your nominated retail outlet. How do I pay for my foreign cash? If you order foreign cash online, you will need to pay by BPAY r using internet or telephone banking, and nominate your preferred Australia Post retail outlet to collect it from. If you order it in-store, you can pay with cash or EFTPOS (cheque or savings accounts only) 4 . How long does it take? We'll confirm your collection date when you place your order. If you order by midday (AEST) at an Australia Post retail outlet, your foreign cash will be ready for collection by 4pm the next business day 3 in metro