International bank accounts in US dollars
Open international bank and savings accounts in dollar currency, with Barclays Wealth
If you travel regularly to the USA, have business interests there or make regular transactions in US dollars, you may benefit from a US dollar bank account. You'll also need an account in US dollars if you are paid in the currency or have a US dollar mortgage either in the USA or abroad.
Barclays Wealth International can offer you an International Bank Account in US dollars. This dollar account is an international current account. With this account you can apply for a dollar deferred debit card to withdraw cash or make payments anywhere in the world where the VISA sign is displayed.
Access to a US dollar account is via one of the international banking services offered by Barclays Wealth International. Choose from:
Relationship Manager Service
A fee-free personal, tailored solution designed to help affluent clients maximise their wealth. It is aimed at those with balances of £50,000 or more (or currency equivalent) to place with Barclays Wealth International, or for those who have come to live in or are moving to the UK, an annual individual gross income of £100,000 or more1 to mandate to a Barclays Wealth International account. Click here for more information.
iBank Plus
Available for just £10 a month (US$16.50 or £14.50), iBank Plus is for you, if you need a comprehensive international banking service to help you manage your banking across borders and time zones, simply and quickly. Click here for more information.
iBank
Our entry-level international banking service offers day to day banking facilities and a savings account plus access to a greater range of financial products and services, available for just £5 a month (US$8.50 or €7.50). Click here for more information.
iBank Saver
Ideal for international savers who don't need a current account or cards, available for no monthly fee. Click here for more information.
Offshore banking with a US dollar account
Your offshore dollar account with Barclays Wealth International provides you with easy and convenient banking, wherever you are. You'll be able to access your cash, run your day-to-day banking and keep an eye on your outgoings anywhere in the world.
- You'll get a Barclays Deferred Debit Card for cash withdrawals and purchases worldwide
- You'll be able to make secure payments in US dollars internationally
- No notice is required for cash withdrawals if you have sufficient money in your account
- You can use standing orders and direct debits to manage your outgoings. We'll also provide you with a cheque book if you require
- A choice of where you base your account, to take advantage of possible tax-planning opportunities.
Dollar account exchange rate benefits
The most obvious benefit of holding your money in a US dollar account is that you are protected from US dollar exchange rate fluctuations.
If you take advantage of the Foreign Exchange Spots and Forwards service we offer at Barclays Wealth International, you could also trade in US dollars on the international money markets.
US dollar account advantages
The advantages of having a US dollar account are:
- You can make purchases or cash withdrawals in US dollars wherever you are
- You may be able to take advantage of mortgages and loans at lower, US dollar-based interest rates
- You can do international business, and structure your assets and liabilities using the world's foremost trading currency.
Opening a US dollar account
As mentioned, the first step towards opening a US dollar Account is simply to choose which service suits your needs: Relationship Manager Service, iBank Plus, iBank or iBank Saver.
For full details and to apply, click the link below.
Or you can arrange a callback at your convenience
Euro account
With a wide choice of service levels, a euro bank account or a euro savings account with Barclays Wealth International gives you real flexibility.
Find out more about the benefits of banking in euro currencies
Euro savings account
If you're an EU national working in the UK, own European property or are paid in euros, you should consider the benefits provided by euro savings accounts.
Find out more euro currency saving accounts with Barclays Wealth International.
Offshore savings account
An offshore account from Barclays Wealth International could give you the possibility of tax advantages and opportunities to protect and grow your wealth.
Find out more about our offshore savings accounts.
1 Income criteria only applies to individuals moving to or living in the UK.
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The products and services described on this page are provided by the following companies, which are part of Barclays Wealth: Barclays Bank PLC in London, Barclays Private Clients International (Gibraltar) Limited in Gibraltar and Barclays Private Clients International Limited in the Isle of Man, Jersey and Guernsey. For further Information on these companies and Barclays Wealth please read the Important Information.
Products and services on this site may not be available in certain jurisdiction. In particular, these products and services are not being offered in Japan or the United States or to US residents. For full details of exclusions and disclaimers please see the Important Information before proceeding. Each Barclays Wealth company reserves the right to make a final determination on whether or not you are eligible for any particular product or service.
