Flexibility
You can choose to open an International Bank Account in one of three major currencies - dollars, sterling and euros - and hold these funds in the UK, Jersey or the Isle of Man.
International Bank Account
Helping you manage your global finances
Our International Bank Account is a current account you can open in a selection of currencies, in a variety of locations.
Features and benefits
Easy to keep up-to-date
With access to international online and telephone banking, you can check your account whenever it suits you. The Barclays app is also available for sterling accounts.
Access to your money worldwide
Use ATMs worldwide, wherever you see the Visa sign, using the sterling contactless debit card. No notice is needed for withdrawals.
Arranged overdraft options available
You can also apply for an arranged overdraft facility on your International Bank Account.
Worldwide payments
Use your account to make quick secure international payments, and trade in up to 60 different currencies.
International banking
Benefit from our secure banking technology, access to mortgage advisers, the treasury team and service executives, who are there to support to you at anytime.
Things to consider
To open an International Bank Account you need to be 18 years old or over and have a minimum balance of £25,000 (or currency equivalent) in cash or investments to deposit and maintain across your Barclays International Banking accounts.
- The International Bank Account has no monthly fees. However, if your average balance in savings and/or investments falls below £25,000 (or currency equivalent) for four consecutive months, you'll be charged a monthly fee of £20.
- You're responsible for the management of your tax and legal affairs, including making any applicable filings and payments and complying with any applicable laws and regulations.
- For Barclays Bank UK Plc clients, the International Bank Account is called the Premier World Account
- Arranged Overdraft facilities are not available on the Premier World Account.
Enjoy the benefits of International Banking
Find out how we can help you manage your international finances - call us on +44 (0)1624 684316* or chat to us.
New to International Banking? Apply for an account online.1
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International payments
Easy and secure worldwide payments
We offer a variety of ways to make and receive international payments – into up to 90 countries and in up to 60 currencies.
International bank cards
A choice of cards to make payments easier
We offer a choice of cards, which you can use to make payments from your International Bank Account all over the world.