Currency exchange or international money transfer is not an easy task to accomplish. If someone is completely new to this field, they would probably fall prey to money laundering and scams. The sector of online currency exchange has a high percentage of cases and complaints against unscrupulous exchange brokers. Hence, precautions, awareness, and safety should be taken on a priority level. If you are planning to convert your Indian money into any foreign currency before your international trip then follow some protocol and keep in mind some guidelines. 

What are the dos?

1. Check updates - One of the most important things to keep in mind is the real nature of the currency exchange market. It is vulnerable to many external factors such as political stability, inflation and interest rates, leverage, and many. The currency rates are subject to these factors and according to reports they fluctuate on a high-frequency level. Hence, before investing in the transaction, check the ongoing rates, political scenario, and bank interest rates. It will help you in making a better decision.
2. Find an authorized dealer/broker for the transaction - The second important thing is finding a properly registered money exchange company. Normally, it is suggested to opt for an RBI authorized one. However, if it is hard to find then search for a currency exchange provider who is registered with a national bank. One of the common cons of the currency exchange field is the high percentage of money laundering in the name of exchange and remittance. Precautions and awareness are two main factors when investing in currency exchange.
3. Read reviews - Reading reviews and checking ratings are two more important steps before your hands reach out to a currency conversion broker. You will easily find the google ratings as well as reviews. There are other websites available that offer customer experiences of different money exchange brokers. You will understand different terms and conditions, fees, and other significant details about a company. 

What are the don’ts?

1. Do not rely on any currency exchange forecast websites - One of the common mistakes of the users in the currency exchange sector is relying on scammers. There are websites that offer forecasting insights regarding the currency exchange rates, and market conditions. In reality, such forecasting is not possible as the market is extremely volatile. Potential customers often fall prey to such scammers and lose money in terms of paying subscriptions.
2. Do not expect to get your money doubled - A large number of customers invest in the market to get their money doubled. Driven by the common myths, people often made this mistake. It is best not to occupy such thoughts before investing. 

These suggestions will help you in making better decisions when determined to engage in the online currency exchange market. Stay away from frauds and save your money.