Standard Bank Isle of Man

expat network

Standard Bank Isle of Man

Business phone:
+44 (0) 1624 643700

Customer service email:
newbusiness@standardbank.com

Website: www.standardbank.com/international

Considering a move overseas?

Relocating to anywhere else around the world will always be stressful. What shouldn’t be stressful is deciding how you’re going to manage your finances once you’ve settled in

Which is why you should consider a Standard Bank International account.

No matter where you are in the world, our digital services available through online banking and our mobile app give you ready access to your accounts whenever you need it.

With a choice of multiple currencies across a range of banking and savings options, banking internationally is simple and achievable. Taken with our global footprint and highly regarded heritage that spans more than 155 years, Standard Bank is the obvious choice for expat banking services.

A proud legacy

Clients around the world have trusted Standard Bank for more than 155 years

Modern banking

Bank anywhere, anytime with our digital banking solutions

Peace of mind

We comply with and uphold the highest local and global banking standards

Full service

Handle all your day-to-day banking, savings, investments, loans and forex

In all the right places

Standard Bank International is the global arm of the Standard Bank Group, Africa’s largest bank by assets.

We have offices in Jersey, London, Isle of Man and Mauritius through which we serve personal and corporate clients with our international solutions.

Comprehensive offering

Our international banking clients are able to bank, borrow and invest with the same ease and confidence as banking at home.

We offer:

A quick and easy way to open and operate an international bank account
Transaction accounts available in GBP, USD, EUR and AUD
A Visa debit card for easy payments and withdrawals worldwide *
24/7 Visa debit card helpline
Internet and mobile app banking 24/7
Access to international savings accounts and foreign exchange
A range of saving and investment solutions
For existing banking clients, UK property lending and deposit-backed loans to suit your needs
Dedicated Personal Banking team to help you manage your account

* Fees and charges apply

Telephone number: +44 (0) 1624 643700

Email: newbusiness@standardbank.com

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.