Student solutions

For overseas students in the UK looking for a comprehensive, flexible and trusted UK banking service.

To help international students get the maximum enjoyment out of their time studying in the UK, Barclays Bank PLC offers:

Day-to-day banking

A Barclays Bank account.
Connect (VISA debit) Card accepted in 18 million outlets worldwide (subject to status and application; aged 18 or over).

International Telephone & Online Banking
Available day and night, seven days a week, you can:

Gain quick and easy access to your money.
Check your account balances and transactions.
Pay bills and make payments up to £20,000 (or the same amount in another currency).
Transfer up to £20,000 free of charge to any UK Barclays PLC sterling account.
Set up and amend standing orders.
Talk to us securely online via our messaging service.

International payments Discount Scheme

Free sterling transfers between any UK Barclays accounts up to £20,000.
International payments tracking and confirmation service.

Savings for the short to medium term

Barclays International Global Savings Account and International Tracker Savings Account.
US$ and Euro Currency Accounts.

Property Service

Mortgages for International Students/Parents of Students to purchase UK property.

The benefits stated are free of charge for the duration of your study period, and a further six months after graduation, providing a minimum balance of £2,000 is maintained across your accounts with us. Otherwise, there will be a £5 monthly administration fee.