Exchange your pounds to Brazilian real with Sainsbury’s Bank
Whether you plan to trek through rainforests, catch a glimpse of the legendry Rio de Janeiro Carnival or bask on golden sandy beaches, Brazil has so much to offer every traveller. Get organised and sort your Brazil currency with Sainsbury’s Bank before you travel.
Don’t leave it until the last minute. Swap pounds to real with Sainsbury’s Bank today so you can focus on planning the adventure of a lifetime.
Why buy Brazilian real from us?
- Better Pound to real exchange rates for Nectar members*
- 0% commission on Brazil currency
- Buy Brazilian reals online for collection at an instore bureau
- FREE home delivery on cash orders of £400 or more**
Pound to real rate – how much will I get?
We want you to have a trip to remember. That’s why we offer competitive rates on over 50 different currencies. So, wherever you travel to after Brazil, we’ve got you covered.
We never charge you commission when you buy currency with Sainsbury’s Bank. Plus, Nectar members get even better rates*.
Use our online currency convertor to check the current pound to real exchange rate. Bear in mind that rates vary whether you buy your Brazil currency online, over the phone or instore at a travel money bureau.
How to order your currency for Brazil
It couldn’t be easier to get your BRL currency sorted before you leave the UK. At Sainsbury’s Bank, we want to make things simple. There are three ways you can get your currency for Brazil:
Order online
It’s quick and easy to buy Brazilian reals online. Place your order from wherever you are, and then choose to have it delivered to your home or collect from one of our travel money bureaux.
Visit us
Visit one of our travel money bureaux where our friendly team will be happy to help. You could even plan to get your Brazil currency sorted next time you’re doing a weekly shop.
Over the phone
You can also pay for your order over the phone for home delivery or choose to pay and collect instore.
Are you a Nectar member?
Become a Nectar member to get our best pound to Brazilian real rates*. It’s easy to sign up – join via our app or register at nectar.com.
To make the most of our pound to real exchange rates, let us know your Nectar number when you place your order.
Buying Brazilian reals: FAQs
How much is 1 pound to 1 Brazilian real?
To check the current exchange rate of pounds to Brazilian reals, use our currency convertor. You’ll benefit from even better rates if you’re a Nectar member*. Get your holiday money sorted before you leave for South America with Sainsbury’s Bank.
Do I need to take cash to Brazil?
It’s recommended to take some cash to Brazil. While you’ll be able to pay with your card in most places, some local vendors may only accept cash.
Can I use my UK debit card in Brazil?
Yes, but using your regular UK debit card abroad can come with extra charges. It’s worth bringing some Brazilian reals with you as well, so you can make payments easily without the hassle and expense of currency conversion fees.
What is the currency in Brazil?
The official currency in Brazil is the Brazilian real – and it’s the only one that will be accepted. Get prepared and order your Brazilian reals before you travel to save time for making memories on your trip.
Planning a trip?
Holiday planning
Getting ready to book your trip? Get our top tips on planning for the travel adventure of your dreams
Buy back
Worried about having left over Brazil reals when you return from your trip? We’ll buy them back for a great exchange rate.
Any questions?
We’ve got the answers to our customers’ most common questions about travel money.
Terms and conditions
*Nectar members receive better exchange rates on single purchase transactions of all available foreign currencies. Excludes travel money card home delivery orders and online reloads. Exchange rates may vary depending on whether you buy instore, online or by phone. You need to tell us your Nectar card number at the time of your transaction.
**You can order currency for a secure home delivery by 1pm on the day of your choice by Royal Mail (Mon- Sat). For next day delivery your order needs to be confirmed before 2pm (Mon- Fri). Please note that whilst Royal Mail make every effort to delivery on schedule, we cannot guarantee this as it is beyond our control. Highlands and Islands (including Channel Islands) are not guaranteed next day delivery. Delivery is free on all cash orders £400 or more (£4.99 for orders between £100 and £399.99). The minimum order for home delivery is £100. The delivery day quoted is dependent on the order day being a working day; if one of those days is a public holiday then additional day(s) will be added accordingly. All home delivery orders are sent via Royal Mail Special Delivery, unless we advise you otherwise, to your billing address, and a signature will be required upon delivery. A valid telephone number is required for home delivery.
Sainsbury's Bank Travel Money Card™ is issued by PrePay Technologies Limited pursuant to license by Mastercard International. PrePay Technologies Limited is authorised by the Financial Conduct Authority under the Electronic Money Regulations 2011 (FRN: 900010) for the issuing of electronic money and payment instruments. Mastercard is a registered trademark, and the circles design is a trademark of Mastercard International Incorporated.