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RBC Exchange Rate vs Currency Mart 2026 — Live Rate Comparison

Compare today's live cash exchange rates from Royal Bank of Canada (RBC) against Currency Mart's 4 retail branches in Toronto and Winnipeg. See exact buy and sell rates across 30+ physical cash currencies with zero hidden bank fees.

Last updated: 2026-09-23 11:00:10 ET  |  Physical retail banknote cash rates

Live Rate Comparison: RBC Royal Bank vs 4 Currency Mart Branches

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Currency RBC Royal Bank Bank
TRTRAC Branch
TRTYSC Branch
WPGDTN Branch
WPGSVT Branch
AED
UAE Dirham 		0.3730 0.3495 0.3499 0.3431 0.3431
ARS
Unavailable N/A N/A N/A N/A
AUD
Australian Dollar 		0.9631 0.9627 0.9340 0.9918 0.9448
BBD
Unavailable 0.5742 0.5242 0.5992 0.5992
BDT
Unavailable N/A N/A N/A N/A
BHD
Unavailable N/A N/A N/A N/A
BMD
Unavailable N/A N/A N/A N/A
BRL
Brazilian Real 		Unavailable 0.2381 N/A 0.2332 0.2332
BSD
Unavailable N/A N/A N/A N/A
BZD
Unavailable N/A N/A 0.5109 N/A
CHF
Swiss Franc 		1.6625 1.6452 1.6673 1.7088 1.6495
CLP
Unavailable 0.0013 0.0013 0.0013 0.0013
CNY
Chinese Yuan 		Unavailable 0.1825 0.1824 0.1826 0.1826
COP
Unavailable 0.0004 0.0004 0.0004 0.0004
CRC
Unavailable 0.0030 0.0030 0.0029 0.0029
CZK
Czech Koruna 		0.0638 0.0612 0.0597 0.0612 0.0612
DKK
Danish Krone 		0.2088 N/A N/A 0.2147 N/A
DOP
Unavailable 0.0219 0.0215 0.0211 0.0211
EGP
Unavailable N/A N/A N/A N/A
EUR
Euro 		1.5561 1.5655 1.5564 1.6054 1.5630
FJD
0.6302 0.5122 0.5508 0.6302 0.5695
GBP
British Pound 		1.8275 1.8110 1.8169 1.8669 1.8272
GTQ
Unavailable 0.1581 0.1581 0.1648 0.1648
HKD
Hong Kong Dollar 		0.1750 0.1665 0.1665 0.1798 0.1679
HNL
Unavailable N/A N/A N/A N/A
HUF
Hungarian Forint 		Unavailable 0.0040 0.0040 0.0040 0.0040
IDR
Indonesian Rupiah 		Unavailable 0.0001 0.0001 0.0001 0.0001
ILS
Israeli Shekel 		Unavailable N/A N/A N/A N/A
INR
Indian Rupee 		0.0143 N/A N/A 0.0147 N/A
IQD
Unavailable N/A N/A N/A N/A
ISK
Unavailable 0.0107 0.0106 0.0105 0.0105
JMD
0.0090 0.0082 0.0082 0.0090 0.0082
JOD
Unavailable 1.8417 1.8416 N/A N/A
JPY
Japanese Yen 		0.0086 0.0087 0.0083 0.0089 0.0082
KES
Unavailable 0.0098 0.0093 0.0098 0.0098
KRW
South Korean Won 		Unavailable 0.0010 0.0010 0.0009 0.0009
KWD
4.5597 4.1809 4.1809 4.5597 4.0922
KYD
1.6695 N/A N/A N/A N/A
LKR
Unavailable N/A N/A N/A N/A
MAD
Unavailable N/A N/A N/A N/A
MUR
Unavailable N/A N/A N/A N/A
MXN
Mexican Peso 		0.0782 0.0785 0.0735 0.0806 0.0769
MYR
Malaysian Ringgit 		Unavailable 0.3222 0.3175 0.3270 0.3270
NIO
Unavailable N/A N/A N/A N/A
NOK
Norwegian Krone 		0.1442 N/A N/A 0.1484 N/A
NPR
Unavailable N/A N/A N/A N/A
NZD
New Zealand Dollar 		0.7774 0.7647 0.7647 0.7994 0.7500
OMR
Unavailable N/A N/A N/A N/A
PEN
Unavailable 0.3843 0.3804 0.3843 0.3843
PHP
Philippine Peso 		0.0219 0.0199 0.0200 0.0192 0.0192
PKR
0.0049 N/A -0.0009 N/A N/A
PLN
Polish Zloty 		0.3668 0.3366 0.3368 0.3668 0.3363
PYG
Unavailable 0.0002 N/A N/A N/A
QAR
Qatari Riyal 		Unavailable N/A N/A 0.3171 0.3171
RON
Romanian Leu 		Unavailable 0.2547 0.2547 0.2707 0.2707
SAR
Saudi Riyal 		0.3648 0.3401 0.3401 0.3753 0.3296
SEK
Swedish Krona 		0.1379 0.1345 N/A 0.1421 N/A
SGD
Singapore Dollar 		1.0717 1.0530 1.0404 1.1011 1.0251
THB
Thai Baht 		0.0422 0.0383 0.0388 0.0422 0.0383
TND
Unavailable N/A 0.0706 N/A N/A
TRY
Turkish Lira 		Unavailable 0.0258 0.0179 0.0147 0.0147
TTD
0.2075 0.1687 0.1745 0.2075 0.1659
TWD
Taiwan New Dollar 		Unavailable 0.0395 0.0395 0.0406 0.0406
TZS
Unavailable N/A N/A N/A N/A
UAH
Unavailable N/A -0.0034 N/A N/A
USD
US Dollar 		1.3656 1.3891 1.3864 1.3807 1.3799
UYU
Unavailable N/A N/A N/A N/A
VND
Vietnamese Dong 		Unavailable N/A N/A N/A N/A
XCD
Unavailable 0.4511 0.4511 0.4806 0.4806
XPF
Unavailable 0.0113 0.0113 0.0113 0.0113
ZAR
South African Rand 		0.0834 0.0799 0.0807 0.0859 0.0778
Green = Best rate for customer  |  Red = Worst rate  |  Showing Buy In rate by default (CAD cash received per 1 unit of foreign currency).
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See the exact dollar difference between exchanging cash at an RBC Royal Bank branch vs picking up cash at Currency Mart.

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Understanding RBC Foreign Exchange Rates vs Currency Mart

As Canada's largest chartered financial institution, Royal Bank of Canada (RBC) handles billions of dollars in foreign exchange transactions annually. However, Canadian consumers and business travelers frequently discover that retail bank counter cash rates differ significantly from the interbank exchange rates seen on financial news channels.

When you exchange physical currency at an RBC branch counter, the bank applies a retail cash conversion margin (spread) typically ranging between 2.5% and 4.0% above the interbank mid-market rate. For exotic or less commonly traded currencies, this bank markup can rise above 5.0%.

Tighter Cash Spreads

Currency Mart operates with institutional wholesale rate volume. Our retail banknote spreads average 0.7% to 1.5%, ensuring you keep more dollars in your pocket whether buying USD, Euros, or Pounds.

Immediate Cash In Stock

Most RBC branches require 2 to 5 business days advance order notice for non-USD currencies. Currency Mart maintains over 30 global currencies in stock ready for instant walk-in over-the-counter pickup.

$0 Hidden Conversion Fees

No account opening required, no hidden branch service fees, and no surprise non-client charges. What you see on our transparent comparison rate board is the exact rate you pay.

Comparison Breakdown: RBC vs Currency Mart

Feature / Policy Currency Mart RBC Royal Bank
Cash Rate Markup (USD/CAD) ~0.8% - 1.2% Wholesale Spread ~2.5% - 3.8% Retail Bank Spread
Average Savings per $1,000 USD Keep $18 - $35 CAD Extra Standard Bank Counter Pricing
Non-USD Currency Inventory In Stock Daily (EUR, GBP, JPY, MXN, etc.) Usually 2-5 days advance notice required
Account Requirement None — Open to all Canadian residents & visitors Requires RBC Client Card or ID verification profile
Regulatory Compliance Registered Canadian MSB (FINTRAC M11432814) OSFI Regulated Schedule I Canadian Bank

Visit Any of Our 4 Canadian Retail Branches

Select the most convenient Currency Mart branch location in Ontario or Manitoba to lock in today's best cash rates:

TORONTO TRTRAC

Downtown Toronto

330 Bay St. (Financial District, near Union Station)

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TORONTO TRTYSC

Toronto North York

4841 Yonge St. Unit 237D (Yonge Sheppard Centre)

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WINNIPEG WPGDTN

Winnipeg Downtown

234 Donald St. Unit 105 (Cityplace Mall)

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WINNIPEG WPGSVT

Winnipeg St. Vital

1225 St. Mary's Rd (St. Vital Centre)

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Why are Currency Mart exchange rates better than RBC?

Traditional Canadian chartered banks such as RBC carry high branch overhead costs and prioritize electronic banking, wealth management, and mortgages over retail physical cash exchange. Currency Mart is a specialized Canadian Money Services Business (MSB) focused exclusively on physical foreign exchange, allowing us to pass institutional wholesale volume savings directly to retail clients.

Can I lock in an exchange rate before coming into the branch?

Yes! You can reserve your banknotes online using our Online Preorder System. Locking in your rate guarantees that your cash is packaged and ready for rapid counter pickup when you arrive.

What payment methods are accepted at Currency Mart branches?

We accept Cash, Canadian Debit (Interac Direct Payment), and verified Electronic Bank Transfers for large transactions. There are zero additional surcharge fees when paying via standard Canadian Interac debit.

Is Currency Mart regulated in Canada?

Yes. Currency Mart Inc. is fully registered with the Financial Transactions and Reports Analysis Centre of Canada (FINTRAC MSB Registration #M11432814) and operates under strict federal Anti-Money Laundering (AML) and Counter-Terrorist Financing (ATF) compliance mandates.