Why Professionals Choose Barrington

Our network is growing. Here’s who we work with and why.

  • A client on the wrong side of a bad exchange rate, whether they're buying abroad or converting proceeds from a sale can find the numbers changing at the worst possible moment and that reflects on everyone involved in the transaction, including the professional who brought the deal together.

    We work with property professionals to make sure their clients get the right outcome for their situation, whether that's locking in a rate well ahead of completion for certainty or simply getting a strong, transparent rate on the day the transfer happens.

    The professional stays exactly where they should be, the trusted face of the transaction from start to finish and kept informed throughout.

  • Currency risk on a large transfer is the kind of variable that can quietly undo the careful planning an adviser or wealth manager has already put in place for a client, wherever in the world that client's needs happen to sit.

    We work with financial advisers and wealth managers to give their clients the right outcome for their situation, whether that's locking in a rate ahead of time for certainty, or simply securing a strong, transparent rate when the transfer happens.

  • Currency exposure is a financial planning issue as much as a transactional one and it's a much easier conversation to have when there's a specific, trusted partner to point them to rather than a vague instruction to "sort out the FX."

    We work with accountants to make sure their clients get the right outcome for their situation, whether that's locking in a rate ahead of a known transaction date or simply getting a strong, transparent rate when the transfer happens, reducing the kind of currency losses that can otherwise end up flagged on the balance sheet.

    The accountant stays in the loop on how things are progressing and takes on no additional admin in the process.

  • A discrepancy between the exchange rate a client expected and what they actually get can turn into a completion day scramble the solicitor or lawyer then has to manage.

    We work with solicitors and lawyers to make sure their clients get the right outcome for their situation, whether that's rate certainty locked in well ahead of a completion date, or simply a strong, transparent rate on the day for transfers that aren't time-critical. They're kept updated at every stage rather than left in the dark.

Expanding into Europe. meet Alice, your dedicated point of contact

Based in Málaga, Spain, Alice Lastra leads Barrington Exchange's presence across Europe. She built her career as an FX dealer in London, working predominantly with clients in property and finance and brings that expertise together with fluent Spanish to support our European clients and the partnerships we manage across the region. Alice's deep understanding of foreign exchange and international payments means our European clients receive the same level of guidance and local insight as those we work with in the UK, wherever they happen to be.

What it's like working with Barrington Exchange

‘‘Jordan and Alice are always willing to go above and beyond. They work efficiently and at a good pace, allowing them to support many of my clients!’’

Klizia Nicolosi - Financial Advisor

"I couldn't recommend Alice and Barrington Exchange more. Alice spent an entire afternoon explaining the process before I'd even decided to go ahead, and was always available for calls whenever I had questions. She handled everything account setup, anti-money laundering checks, the currency exchange itself and our conversion and international payment were completed the same day. A reliable, knowledgeable and genuinely customer-focused service."

Flavia Colella - Private Client

our partners

Invest Dubai Real Estate helps UK and EU investors navigate Abu Dhabi and Dubai's property market, from off-plan opportunities to distressed deals and Golden Visa-eligible investments. We partner with them to make sure every property purchase is backed by currency handled properly — competitive rates, timely transfers, and no surprises when it matters most.

https://investdubairealestate.co/

Scotland's International Development Alliance is the membership body for Scotland-based organisations working on international development, representing over 200 members operating in more than 100 countries. We partner with the Alliance to support its members with the cross-border transfers their work depends on — moving funds properly, wherever in the world it needs to go.

https://intdevalliance.scot/

Founded in Valencia in 2006, Mortgage Direct is one of Spain's largest mortgage brokerages, working with over 30 banks to secure financing for international buyers and non-residents across the country. We partner with them to make sure the currency side of every purchase is just as smooth as the mortgage itself — helping clients move money into Spain properly, whether they're buying a first home or an investment property.

https://mortgagedirectsl.com/?lang=es

Backed By Regulated Partners

Ebury is a global fintech backed by Banco Santander, offering international payments, FX and working capital solutions across 160+ countries. Through Ebury, we're able to offer clients FX options and hedging alongside invoice and supplier finance — giving businesses more control over currency risk and cash flow, without needing multiple providers.

 https://ebury.com/en-gb

ScioPay is a UK-regulated payment institution, authorised by the Financial Conduct Authority and licensed by HMRC as a Money Service Business. Every transfer through Barrington Exchange runs on ScioPay's infrastructure — giving our clients the security and compliance of a fully regulated FX and international payments platform, with the personal service of working directly with us.

https://www.sciopay.co/

Let’s Work Together

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Every quote is clear and transparent, with no hidden margins. We're happy to show you exactly what you're paying compared to what a bank would typically charge.

  • No. There's no cost to set up an account with us.

  • If you've locked in a rate, it's fixed regardless of what happens afterwards. If you haven't locked one in yet, we'll always give you an up to date rate before anything is confirmed

  • That's fine. Many of our clients only need a single transfer and we're set up to make that as straightforward as an ongoing relationship.

  • Usually just a few minutes to get started — we'll ask for some basic details and standard identity verification (typically proof of ID and address), and most accounts are set up the same day.

  • No. Referring a client is free and there's no obligation on your side.

  • Yes, every client you introduce earns you a referral fee paid on completion of their transfer. There's no paperwork involved on your part, just a straightforward introduction.

  • Yes. Our payment and foreign exchange services are provided through Ebury Partners UK Limited and Sciopay Ltd both of which are regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority, full details are at the bottom of this page.

  • Yes, we're happy to have a no-pressure conversation with any client, even if it's just to compare rates or answer a question. There's no obligation for them to use us.m description

  • No problem, we're happy to provide a comparison quote so your client can see whether they're getting the best outcome. There's no pressure either way.