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How to Convert Swiss Francs to GBP

As of 2010, Switzerland and Great Britain were two of the only countries in Europe that did not changed their national currency to the Euro; therefore, traveling to these countries requires a currency conversion. Exchange rates will tell you how many British Pounds (GBP) your Swiss Francs are worth, and exchange counters will help you complete your desired currency transactions.

Swiss Francs
Newspaper or computer with internet access

Instructions

- 1
  Look up the most recent exchange rate for Swiss Francs to British Pounds. The exchange rate can be found in newspapers or online through a search engine.
- 2
  Multiply the number of Francs you have by the exchange rate. For example, the exchange rate on July 16th, 2010 was 0.6240. A man with 100 Francs would multiply 100 by 0.6240 and obtain 62.40. Therefore, he would have the equivalent to 62.40 GBP.
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  Locate a currency exchange counter or bank to exchange your Francs for GBP. Some establishments charge a fee for converting currency, so compare the exchange rates and fees of various locations before trading your Francs.