Why it matters

Whether you’re diversifying your investments, planning to live abroad, or simply need access to foreign currencies, opening a forex account is one of the smartest ways to take control of your financial freedom.

But navigating international banking can be daunting — endless forms, delayed responses, and compliance hurdles.
That’s where we come in.

At Currency Assist, we simplify the process so you can open and manage your forex account with ease — safely, securely, and in full compliance with South African exchange control regulations

What we do

Our team helps you choose and open the right account for your needs — whether you require USD, GBP, EUR or multi-currency functionality.

We’ll handle:

• All application paperwork and compliance checks.
• Coordination with our partner banks to get your account approved (often within 24–48 hours).
• Setup of transactional banking for payments, savings or investments abroad.
• Integration with your existing financial adviser or wealth manager, where required.
• Long-term support for tax clearance and Reserve Bank approvals when you’re ready to transfer larger sums.

And because we work directly with our authorised-dealer network, there are:

• No account-opening fees.
• No monthly maintenance charges.
• No call centres — just personal service from your dedicated dealer.

A simple, transparent process

Average setup time: 24–48 hours once all documents are received.

Who we help

• South Africans investing abroad or sending funds offshore.
• Expats needing a home-base account in major currencies.
• Non-residents buying property or holding assets in South Africa.
• Business owners looking to simplify cross-border transactions.

Why clients choose Currency Assist

• Speed and efficiency — we’ve refined the process to remove delays.
• Personal contact — speak directly with your assigned dealer, not a call centre.
• Trusted relationships — our banking partners include top global institutions offering secure digital platforms.
• Compliance confidence — all applications are Reserve Bank-compliant and audit-ready.

Ready to open your account?

You’re just a few steps away from managing your money globally — with local expertise at your side.

Simply fill out the form at the bottom of this page and we can get a consultant to come back to you.