Barclays International Banking. Here, When You’re There

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Barclays International Banking. Here, When You’re There

Barclays International Banking connects individuals with local market expertise and a financial network that spans the world. To pursue our clients’ goals, we introduce new possibilities, both in the UK and internationally.

This article was written exclusively for Expat Network by Barclays International.

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At home or in unfamiliar territory, we provide familiar banking support, including;

Secure and stable financial jurisdictions
Multiple accounts in multiple currencies
All your accounts in one place
Easy, worldwide access to your money
Competitive foreign exchange rates
International investment opportunities.

Why choose Barclays?

Rooted in Britain, we’re part of one of the world’s largest banking groups that’s been supporting our clients’ outward perspectives and global ambitions for 330 years.

Experience

To scale, we add the stability that comes with our enduring British heritage. This includes strong historical performance of discretionary investments against industry benchmarks, providing carefully constructed portfolios that embrace the right opportunities the world over.

Global perspective

Whether you’re going abroad, growing business beyond borders or protecting your legacy, we’ll help you make the most of your world.

Rewarding relationships

Whatever’s next, our international team works alongside you, delivering flexibility when moving, solutions when scaling up and peace of mind when settling down.

Our products:

Banking

Give your money some direction instead of wondering where it went. From international bank accounts, payments and foreign exchange, you can access a range of products and services to help manage your finances internationally.

Savings

Your wealth tomorrow depends on making your money secure today. We have a range of saving options for you, from instant access accounts to fixed term deposits.

Investments

Let our international know-how and secure technology take care of your financial future. Our investment offering includes tailored solutions, worldwide expertise dedicated management and stable financial jurisdictions.

Mortgages

Choose from a range of UK mortgages with the on-going support of our mortgage advisers, who’ll support you through buying a property. This leaves you with more precious time to spend with your family.

Wherever life takes you — whether you’re making the move abroad, growing your business beyond borders or protecting your legacy as you settle down — you can rest assured, knowing we’ll support you with the flexibility, growth and peace of mind you need.

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Barclays International Banking. Here, when you’re there.

Is International Banking right for you?

Our International Banking products and services could be right for you if you:

Live, study or work outside your home country
Are going to retire outside your home country
Want to bank outside your home country
Are returning to the UK after living abroad
Travel extensively

Our digital services

We give you worldwide access to your money 24/7

Our online and mobile banking services let you view and manage all your accounts whenever it suits you
Our online investment service offers you instant access to your investment portfolio at any time and anywhere

To find out how we can help you make the most of your international finances Apply Now

Moving Abroad Checklist

Initial Considerations

Will your partner be travelling with you?

If so, what will they be giving up in your present home and will they be able to continue with their career in your new home? You will need to check whether a separate visa is required for your partner to work or if your visa gives that right. If they are unable to work you will need to decide on the effect on your finances and what alternatives are available to give a fulfilling life (home business, training, voluntary work).

Are you taking family with you?

Moving with family raises many exciting opportunities, but also can create challenges. The HSBC Expat Explorer survey indicates that expat kids can take six months to settle in to their new country (see article). Getting young or even older children to prepare to move and leave their friends and family behind can be a challenge and should be thought through.

The options for education is another area that needs to be thought through.

Moving your child to a new country with a different education system can be a great opportunity to broaden their experience, but if they are close to key exams the timing can make this inadvisable. If you do take your family with you, it is important to decide between joining the local school system or choosing an international school.

Where will you be living?

Whether you will be living in a house or apartment, furnished or unfurnished, these decisions will affect what you need to take with you. The time you are planning to live overseas will also affect whether you should leave your property at home empty, rent it out or sell it. See the article Sell, Store or Ship.