Find a current account that works for you
Everyday current accounts
Barclays Bank Account
Barclays Bank Account
Premier Current Account
No monthly cost
With Premier, you’ll get access to a range of exclusive products and benefits.
What you'll get
Dedicated team of Financial Guides and access to 24/7 servicing support
Exclusive rates on Premier mortgages and savings accounts
Collect Avios with Barclays Avios Rewards or earn cash rewards with Barclays Blue Rewards, both for a monthly fee
You'll need to
Be aged 18 or over
Be a UK resident
Join Premier Banking by opening a Premier Current Account. You also need a gross annual income of at least £75,000 paid into the account, or a total balance of at least £100,000 in savings with us, in Barclays UK investments, or in a mix of savings and investments.
Premier Current Account
Open a current account straight from the Barclays app.
Student and graduate current accounts
Student Additions Account
No monthly cost
Get more from your everyday banking with our account designed for student life.
What you get
Apply for an interest-free overdraft up to £1,500 over the course of your studies2
Manage your money with the Barclays app1, Online Banking and more
To apply, you must
Be 18 years or older
Have lived in the UK for at least 3 years
Be studying full-time in the UK
Be studying for an undergraduate degree that’ll last at least two years
or
Studying for a postgraduate degree (1-year minimum length)
or
Studying for a Higher Apprenticeship (Level 4+)
If you’ve lived in the UK for less than 3 years
Unfortunately, you can’t apply to a Student Additions Account if you haven’t been a UK resident for 3+ years – but you can still apply for a Barclays Bank Account in the Barclays app.
Student Additions Account
Higher Education Account
No monthly cost
Whether you’re looking to start your first job or travel the world, take the next step with this account – available for three years after you graduate.
What you'll get
No hidden charges
Optional arranged overdrafts
Add packs to your account – including our Tech Pack and Travel Pack
You'll need to
Be aged 18 or over
Be a UK resident
Have completed a higher education programme in the last three years
Higher Education Account
Accounts for under 18s
Child’s Account – BarclayPlus
No monthly cost
Start your banking journey with our simple, secure account for 11 to 15 year olds.
What you'll get
A cash card or debit card
Adedicated BarclayPlus app3–designed especially for children
Use Apple Pay4or Google Pay to buy things with your phone.
You'll need to
Be aged 11 to 15
Be a UK resident
Get a parent or guardian to provide ID for you.
BarclayPlus
Young Person’s Account
No monthly cost
Spend, save and learn more about money with our account for 16 to 17 year olds.
What you'll get
Afree account with no hidden fees
Use Apple Pay or Google Pay to buy things with your phone
The Barclays app, to manage your money on the go.
You'll need to
Be aged 16 or 17
Be a UK resident.
Young Person’s Account
Foreign currency current accounts
Foreign Currency Account
No monthly cost
Make and receive foreign payments with our foreign currency accounts.
What you'll get
Reduced exchange rate risk
Cash deposits and withdrawals
12 currencies available
You'll need to
Be aged 18 or over
Have had an active sterling account with us for at least 6 months.
Foreign Currency Account
Not sure you’re eligible?
If you’re not eligible for our current accounts, don’t yet have a UK account, or you’re experiencing financial difficulty, a Barclays Basic Account could be right for you.
Barclays Basic Account
Important information
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You need to be 18 or over to access these products or services using the app. T&Cs apply.Return to reference
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Subject to financial status and lending criteriaReturn to reference
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If you’re 11 or 12, you’ll need permission to access the Barclays app from your parent or guardian. They can do this when you first open your account, or by visiting a branch any time.Return to reference
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You must be at least 13 years old to use Apple Pay.Return to reference
