Win 1 million Avios

PERSONAL BANKING

Start a Barclays Life Insurance policy by 14 June and enter the prize draw for your chance to win 1 million Avios. Plus, 10 runners-up will get 100,000 Avios.

Registration and British Airways Club Account required. T&Cs and eligibility criteria apply. 18+ and UK residents only.

Your Barclays experience starts here

See how we can help you with current accounts, mortgages, insurance, loans, credit cards and savings accounts.

Current accounts

Find a current account that works for you.

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Credit cards

Choice is the key to finding the right credit card.

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Savings accounts

Whatever you're dreaming of, you can start saving today.

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Loans

Focus on the future with a personal loan.

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Mortgages

Take a look at the range of mortgages we can offer to help with your plans.

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Insurance

A safety net for unpredictable events.

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Investments

Whether you’re a beginner, an expert or somewhere in between – we can help you make the most of your money.

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Subscriptions

Start enjoying your favourite subscriptions through the Barclays app(1).

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Here’s a little help with fuel costs

We know everyday costs are adding up so, in partnership with Tesco, we’re giving you something back on fuel. Fill up at any Tesco petrol station, excluding Esso stations linked to Tesco stores, and earn 5% cashback from 1 May to 31 July. Just pay with an eligible personal Barclays debit card and earn up to £10 per calendar month. Minimum £5 spend per transaction required. Terms, conditions and exclusions apply .  

Children and money

Whether you’re a parent, grandparent or guardian, we’ll help you understand the financial world of the children in your life, so they can build great habits from an early age.

Children and money

Join the 12 million customers banking in our app

Banking made simple, secure and always within reach - whether you're checking your balance, sending money, or managing your spending.

The Barclays app

Powerful features at your fingertips

From smart budgeting tools to instant notifications and card controls, the Barclays app helps you stay in control - wherever life takes you.

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Explore Premier Banking

Discover a world of Premier benefits and perks, with access to exclusive savings rates and mortgage options, 24/7 UK-based support and higher payment limits. T&Cs apply.

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Independent service quality survey results

Personal current accounts

An independent survey asked customers if they would recommend their personal current account provider to friends and family.

In Great Britain, we asked customers how likely they would be to recommend their personal current account provider to friends and family: Ranking: 1 Monzo 82%, 2 Starling Bank 77%, 3 Nationwide 75%, 4 first direct 74%, 5 Chase 72%, 9 Barclays 61%

Great Britain

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In Northern Ireland, we asked customers how likely they would be to recommend their personal current account provider to friends and family: Ranking: 1 Monzo 81% 2 Nationwide 78% 3 Starling Bank 75% 4 HSBC UK 71% 5 Chase 69% 6 Barclays 66%

Northern Ireland

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The Financial Conduct Authority also requires us to publish information about service. The requirement to publish the Financial Conduct Authority Service Quality Information for personal current accounts can be found here

Authorised push payment (APP) scams rankings in 2024

Authorised push payment (APP) scams happen when someone is tricked into transferring money to a fraudster’s bank account. Information about Barclays’ performance prior to the introduction of the reimbursement requirement in October 2024 can be found in PSR’s latest APP Scams Performance Report published in February 2026.

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Scan the QR code with your phone or tablet, or tap the App Store or Google Play buttons below to download the app and begin your application. T&Cs and eligibility apply. 18+ and UK only.

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