ChangeGroup UK Reviews 

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TrustScore 2 out of 5

1.9

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Review summary

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Considering 105 reviews, most reviewers were unhappy with their experience overall. Customers frequently pointed out exorbitant fees, unexpected bank account deductions, hidden service charges, and deeply disappointing exchange rates when compared directly to standard market values. Many people also strongly mentioned feeling misled by prominent zero commission advertisements and unfavorable transaction costs applied without clear prior notice. Some reviewers were happy with specific staff members at various airport locations, describing them as exceptionally friendly, polite, and genuinely helpful. A few other people also felt that certain individual employees provided exceptionally smooth assistance and very good practical tips during their physical currency exchanges.

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Staff

Customers consistently note ambiguous experiences with staff, as some reviewers describe certain team members... See more

Service

Users describe ambiguous interactions with service, highlighting exceptional support and helpful staff... See more

Payment

Consumers find payment to be a source of deep frustration due to poor transparency and unfair exchange rates.... See more

Value for money

Reviewers highlight dissatisfaction with the poor value for money, frequently reporting severe losses and... See more

Reviews shaping this summary

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Wow got ripped off here when getting euros to go to Portugal runied my holiday as I was so annoyed all holiday due to this, can’t believe they get away with this?! Shame on you change group won’t be r... See more

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

My wife had to make a last minute visit to Canada for family reasons and used ChangeGroup at Gatwick. In exchange for £200 they gave her 270 Canadian Dollars. Today, 10 days later, I checked XE curren... See more

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Absolutely horrific, how do these people sleep at night? Straight off scamming people out of money.I wish I could warn people before they use it but unfortunately most people will only look up reviews... See more

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

RIP OFF: My daughter, who is under 17 years old, went to the 147 Oxford str branch only to inquire details. She was given the brochure and before she had a chance to read the posted terms and rates, t... See more


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  1. Currency Exchange Service

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ChangeGroup is a world leader in currency exchange, with 60+ currencies to choose from at 60 conveniently located exchange bureaus across the UK, including at Gatwick, Newcastle, East Midlands, Stansted and Luton airports, train stations, as well as in major city centres. Traveling soon? Enjoy our best exchange rate and 0% commission when you place your order online!


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TrustScore 2 out of 5

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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Don’t ever change your money with this…

Don’t ever change your money with this company. They are notorious for scamming unsuspecting individuals. They put something else 0% commission on the board outside and hide under their tiny write up on their desk. They do not wait for your consent to give a go ahead neither respond to their email for complaints. In all you do, avoid CHANGE GROUP! They are rogues

2 July 2025
Unprompted review
Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Absolute rip off

Absolute rip off - no rates exposed, lack of transparency, unclear staff and abysmal rates. I mean don’t bother, you’ll just hand them a lot of cash and get back nothing. They’ll try to convince you that euros are more expensive than pounds - only with these guys

4 July 2025
Unprompted review
Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Rip of rate

Really bad exchange rate with this company at gatwick airport despite the rate being advertised online a lot more. Will nor be using them again

2 July 2025
Unprompted review
Rated 1 out of 5 stars

I was charged £100 for 85 Euros…

I was charged £100 for 85 Euros landside at Standsted airport. I had especially used landside so as not to be charged exorbitantly. If that wasn't a mistake then I was charged 15% commission. I will NEVER use this company or an airport again.

19 June 2025
Unprompted review
Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Avoid using airport ATMs when transiting through UK airports.

Transiting through Stanstead Airport, I withdrew 400 euros from a Changegroup ATM from my euro account. Total of 552 euros deducted from my account, meaning Changegroup have collected 152 euros in commission for the pleasure of using their ATM. They plaster 'free cash withdrawals' on their ATMs but charge 152euro on a 400euro transaction. Completely ridiculous.

9 June 2025
Unprompted review
Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Avoid at all costs, they should be investigated

Avoid at all costs. I had a very poor experience when trying to complete a transaction prior to my holiday. While I understand that online rates can sometimes be better, the difference was around £30, which is significant yet my concerns were dismissed.

When I questioned the discrepancy, I was spoken to in a condescending and dismissive manner, as if I didn’t know what I was talking about. Even worse, when I asked for the transaction not to proceed, I was told it was too late, despite the fact that it hadn’t been finalized to my knowledge.

This kind of customer service is unacceptable, especially when dealing with financial transactions before travel. I would strongly recommend others look elsewhere.

11 June 2025
Unprompted review
Rated 1 out of 5 stars

COMPMETLY revolting experience- utterly…

COMPMETLY revolting experience- utterly ripped off- they are thieves - disgusting behaviour - zero value- trading on the rushed time pressured traveller who doesn’t expect to be utterly fleeced in a uk airport- worse than trading for a carpet in a back street of Marrakesh-AVOID LIKE THE PLAGUE- you will be ruthlessly ripped off- shame on you stinkers.

11 June 2025
Unprompted review
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Pleasantly surprised.

I normally stay away from places like this, as they are more expensive than other currency exchanges, but decided to give it a go. I was attended to by Abel. He was very helpful and polite. Will definitely return.

8 June 2025
Unprompted review
Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Disgraceful – Should Be Banned

How is this allowed to operate in a place where people are most vulnerable? No exchange rates were displayed, and at 3am, exhausted and sleep-deprived, you don’t realise you’ve been completely ripped off until it’s too late. This kind of predatory practice has no place in a major airport.

7 June 2025
Unprompted review
Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Criminal level exchange rates

Criminal level exchange rates! Do not change money at the airport (Stansted) is the biggest rate rip-off I’ve ever experienced. I took from the ATM so didn’t pay enough attention. €200 EUR cost £232 - their website quoted £176- so charged an additional £60 to change at the airport! Criminal!

31 May 2025
Unprompted review
Rated 1 out of 5 stars

St Pancras last week

St Pancras last week. Terrible exchange rate. They claim commission free, and cannot be beaten.
They offered €0.92 for one pound sterling. For £100 they would give €92. The bank rate is €119 for £100.

18 May 2025
Unprompted review
Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Scam

Scam! £346 for £300,just scammed on £100. This is fraud and shouldn’t be allowed to operate as ATMs in the airport!

28 May 2025
Unprompted review
Rated 1 out of 5 stars

WARNING!

Disgusting. WARNING! Never use them. They say 0% and then give the worst exchange rate possible. This shouldn't be aloud.

27 May 2025
Unprompted review

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