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International bank cards
Make payments whenever and wherever suits you
Features and benefits
The Barclays International Bank debit card, available in sterling only, is an easy way to access your money, pay for goods and services around the world, and keep track of your account balance.
Contactless
Pay with your phone, or compatible device, if you have Apple Pay
Visa
Accepted around the world, wherever the Visa sign is displayed
Free withdrawals
Make free cash withdrawals outside the UK when using Global Alliance ATMs
Stay in control
Access your money 365 days a year
Rates and fees
- Cash withdrawals and debit card payments in sterling in the UK are free
- Non-sterling cash withdrawals outside the UK do not have a non-sterling transaction fee
- Non-sterling debit card payments do not carry a non-sterling transaction fee
- See all rates in our International Tariff Guide
Apply for an account today
Opening a Barclays International Bank account is straightforward and you’ll have a choice of three major currencies – sterling, euros, or US dollars. You'll also need...
Residence in a qualifying country
We offer bank accounts in over 35 countries internationally
A minimum of £100,000 (or currency equivalent)1,2
This can be in savings and/or investments across all your accounts with us
A minimum of £250,000 (or currency equivalent)1 for Relationship Management
Get access to an expert who can explore your financial goals in detail. Learn more about the benefits of having a Relationship Manager
Managing your international debit card
You can control how and where your card is used through the Cards section in our app.
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Spending controls
- Cash withdrawal settings
- Merchant control
- Spending limit
- Remote payments
- In-store international spending
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Debit card security
- Report card lost or stolen
- Temporarily freeze your card
- View card details
- View PIN
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Changing your card
- Replace damaged cards
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Travel money
- Travel Wallet
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Mobile payments
- Apple Pay
How to view the Cards section
- Log in to your Barclays app
- Tap on Cards on the home screen, below your account balance
Barclays mobile banking app
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