Your passport to the world of foreign currency

Open an account with Barclays International and manage your finances around the world. You can choose from:

  • International bank accounts in pound, euros and US dollars
  • Offshore savings accounts in a range of currencies
  • Foreign Exchange (FX) services

International bank accounts

If you are able to deposit and maintain a balance of £5,000 or more to deposit (or currency equivalent) in cash or investments across your Barclays international banking accounts, our range of international bank accounts provide flexibility and convenience to suit your individual requirements. We offer:

  • International bank accounts with debit/credit cards and cheque book in sterling, euros and US dollars1
  • International bank accounts in most other currencies. Only accounts in sterling, euros and US dollars are available with credit/debit cards1
  • International telephone and online banking so you can manage your finances worldwide2
  • International payments so you can transfer funds and make payments across the globe
  • Lower cost online payments if you qualify for our Relationship Manager Service3
  • Access to our experienced Personal Bankers for expert advice face to face, online or by phone†

Or speak to us today: +44 (0)1624 684316†

If you are already a Barclays International client you may prefer to ask your Relationship Manager about Barclays International bank accounts.

International savings accounts

If you have £10,000 or more to deposit (or currency equivalent), you can take advantage of a choice of offshore savings accounts in a range of currencies. We offer:

  • Attractive interest rates
  • A choice of currencies
  • A choice of terms including easy access and fixed term accounts
  • A range of Structured Deposits in sterling, euros and US dollars. They offer the opportunity for capital growth and to earn an income with a typical fixed term of at least three years. If the investment does not perform well you may receive no capital growth, but you can be confident that your capital will be repaid.

Or speak to us today: +44 (0)1624 684316†

If you are already a Barclays International client you may prefer to ask your Relationship Manager about Barclays International savings accounts.

Foreign Exchange (FX) services
Barclays International offers a range of FX services to assist with your short, medium and long term financial goals, here are some of the products and services we offer:

FX videos

View our online FX videos:

If you are considering using these services then you must understand that foreign exchange trading is a high-risk activity and the value of your capital can fall as well as rise. It is also important to remember that investments may fall in value so you may get back less than you invested.

Find out more

Speak to us today: +44 (0)1624 684316†

If you are already a Barclays International client you may prefer to ask your Relationship Manager about Barclays International Foreign Exchange services.

*Mortgages in currencies other than sterling are only available if you earn income in a currency other than sterling.

1 Subject to application and status.
2 Please note, for a short period of time every night (UK time) we temporarily close our website for a data refresh. Access may also be limited in some countries due to the prohibited transmission of encrypted data over telephone lines. Please contact your local embassy to check your country's legal position. Accounts will be held in individual currencies.
3 To qualify you must deposit and maintain a balance of £50,000 or more (or currency equivalent) in cash or investments with us; or, if you have come to live in or are moving to the UK, deposit an annual individual gross income of £150,000 or more (or currency equivalent) into Barclays international bank accounts.

The products and services described on this page are provided by the following companies, which are part of Barclays: Barclays Bank PLC in England and Wales and Barclays Private Clients International Limited in the Isle of Man, Jersey and Guernsey. For further information on these companies and Barclays, please read the Important Information.