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DriftJ   
11 Apr 2016
Travel / Warsaw - Exchanging Large Sum GBP > PLN in Poland [48]

Hey there all,

I've been reading a few threads but haven't managed to find an answer just yet. By all means point me in the direction if a thread for this does exist...

I'm travelling to Warsaw (Okecie) next month on a Saturday and need to change a significant amount, that being approximately 150,000PLN.
Firstly, yes I do understand the risks of travelling with such an amount in cash.

I've been using this forum to plan the trip, however for this amount of money, can anyone suggest a reputable / trustworthy location for currency exchange?

Having checked in the UK, the currency exchange desks give me a very poor rate (as I'm sure you're well aware of) and with this amount of Zlotys, I'm looking at a significant difference of around £1000GBP!

So, with this in mind, I would really like to hear your recommendations for large currency exchange in Warsaw, where I won't get ripped off.

To confirm, I'm looking to exchange GBP Sterling > PLN Zloty to the equivalent of 150,000PLN and it will need to be on a Saturday.

Many thanks in advance,
J.
DriftJ   
11 Apr 2016
Travel / Warsaw - Exchanging Large Sum GBP > PLN in Poland [48]

Thanks for the prompt response, Harry. I've just dropped them an e-mail now to touch base, here's hoping they speak English.

The only issue with Conti is the timing, as my flight will only be arriving around that time. I suppose it depends whether they would be willing to open a little later for the transaction...

Any other suggestions in case this is a no-goer?

Thanks again,
J.
DriftJ   
11 Apr 2016
Travel / Warsaw - Exchanging Large Sum GBP > PLN in Poland [48]

Haha not quite :)
It's actually for the purchase of a car... and before anything is said, yes, I am fully aware of the potential pitfalls involved, particuarly in Poland. I've been stalking these forums for long enough and have done a wealth of research.
DriftJ   
11 Apr 2016
Travel / Warsaw - Exchanging Large Sum GBP > PLN in Poland [48]

Much appreciated, thanks for that. I'll do some Googling and see if I can locate their details.
I'm still waiting to hear back from Conti at the moment; may be worth a phone call to see if they speak the Queen's...
DriftJ   
11 Apr 2016
Travel / Warsaw - Exchanging Large Sum GBP > PLN in Poland [48]

@Ziemowit - I've located 777 and have e-mailed them, thanks.

@Harry - Thank you for this; are you referring to this Kantor?
kantor-intraco.pl
goo.gl/maps/wLDrxd4uE4m

Cheers...
DriftJ   
11 Apr 2016
Travel / Warsaw - Exchanging Large Sum GBP > PLN in Poland [48]

Noted, thank you CMS.

I've been in touch with the seller for a while now and the dealership he owns is well established, but this is his own private car that he is selling.

My intention is to fly out of the UK to Warsaw, inspect the vehicle and pending the outcome, exchange the currency with the seller present. Once complete, I'll drive back to the UK via Germany and France, taking the ferry from Dunkirk on the Sunday.

The last piece in the puzzle is sorting the currency exchange at the Warsaw-end, hence me asking for your help :)

Thank you to all so far...
DriftJ   
11 Apr 2016
Travel / Warsaw - Exchanging Large Sum GBP > PLN in Poland [48]

I use it often, as is the other one a few yards away.

Do you have the details of the other Kantor?

Important to do it at the Warsaw end.

Absolutely, but up and until this morning I hadn't even considered it!

The predicament I was in, was that an international bank transfer could only happen midweek and so if I decided upon viewing it that I wanted to proceed I needed to have cash to be able to complete that weekend. Changing this in the UK would result in a significant loss as I've now found and also if I decide not to take the car, then there's further loss on the exchange back from PLN > GBP. Managing the currency exchange at the Warsaw-end is definitely how this needs to be done.

Many thanks...
DriftJ   
11 Apr 2016
Travel / Warsaw - Exchanging Large Sum GBP > PLN in Poland [48]

I looked too, and wonder if the rates are up-to-date.

Yeah, having just checked, they have a "new" website, which can be found here:
akokantor.pl

Shame that :(

By the way, try this service - quantor.pl

Awesome, thank you for that :) Just running some quotes now...

Well, I've had 1 e-mail reply from 8 Kantors so far...

The one reply has said that the amount is no problem, I just require identification (as to be expected).
DriftJ   
12 Apr 2016
Travel / Warsaw - Exchanging Large Sum GBP > PLN in Poland [48]

I've managed to secure a deal with a Kantor, which is great news. They are also open until late on the day I will arrive, which is perfect.

Sadly however I've just spoken with the seller and there's a viewing scheduled for this Saturday... fingers crossed it doesn't sell as I've been planning this for ages now!
DriftJ   
19 Apr 2016
Travel / Warsaw - Exchanging Large Sum GBP > PLN in Poland [48]

A quick thank you to all that have contributed to this thread.

I believe I now have (almost) all the information I require to make an informed decision on this.

I do need input however, on the laws of bringing cash into Poland. Having reviewed the following website, it appears that there are no resitrctions when travelling within the EU:

iatatravelcentre.com/PL-Poland-customs-currency-airport-tax-regulations-details.htm

Best regards...
DriftJ   
19 Apr 2016
Travel / Warsaw - Exchanging Large Sum GBP > PLN in Poland [48]

In any case, providing I have evidence of:

1. Where this money came from, i.e. an official receipt from the bank from which I withdrew it
2. The reason / purpose for travelling with such an amount; i.e. the vehicle advertisement, evidence of the prepaid deposit and possibly the e-mail trail
3. Anything else you would recommend?

I can't see any issue with carrying this through and declaring it, should I end up doing?

Please do correct me if you believe this to be wrong...
DriftJ   
19 Apr 2016
Travel / Warsaw - Exchanging Large Sum GBP > PLN in Poland [48]

Thanks for the clarification on that...

Morning all,

Just to follow this up that all went swimmingly well... Deal completed at the weekend, including the money exchange and I'm now back in the UK with the vehicle.

Many thanks to you all for your help and advice, it's very much appreciated. I have learned a great deal and look forward to returning to Poland very soon.

Best regards,
J.
DriftJ   
24 May 2016
Language / Help with Polish Wedding vocabulary and phrases [9]

Merged: Wedding Equivalents

Hey all,

Me again, but not regarding cars or money exchange this time :)

I would just like to know if you could help me identify the Polish equivalents of the following please:

Groom - Pan Młody?

Best Man - Drużbą?

Pageboy - ?

Usher - ?

Many thanks in advance...