Barclays Bank Account
Flexible, rewarding banking
Apply for a bank account and use our app1 to help keep your money under control.
Benefits you’ll get
Money management tools
Stay in control of your finances with the Barclays app1 – get spending insights, flexible security controls and more.
Optional arranged overdrafts
Set up an arranged overdraft to suit your needs.
Eligibility
To apply for a Barclays Bank Account, you’ll need to be
To get a joint account, you’ll both need to meet the above criteria.
Not eligible for this account? Explore our other options.
Open and manage your account with the Barclays app
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Spending insights
- See a summary of your spending by category, shop or business
- Track where and when you’ve made payments
- Set daily spending limits
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Flexible security controls
- Temporarily freeze your debit card if you can’t find it
- Get a PIN reminder whenever you need it
- Report your card lost or stolen
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Get your account with the Barclays app
- Download the app
- Upload a video selfie and add photo ID to verify your identity
- Get instant access to your new current account
Before you apply, take a look at the important information about overdrafts
How do I apply?
Sole account
Get a Barclays Bank Account for one person
You can open a Barclays Bank Account straight from our app1 – it’s simple, safe and secure. All you need to do is enter your details and upload your ID to prove it’s you. We’ll also run a quick credit check.
If you’d prefer, you can stay in your browser and apply using our online form.
Joint account
Get a Barclays Bank Account between two people
You can apply for a joint account online right away – as long as both people who are going to be named on the account are present. All you need to do is enter some details into our online form and confirm your identity.
Take a look at the features you’ll get with a joint account.
Download the Barclays app
Tap the logo you need, and it’ll take you straight to the app in your app store.
Frequently asked questions
Terms and conditions
Please read these important guides to your rights and responsibilities when using the Barclays Bank Account
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Tariff of charges for personal accounts [PDF, 1.4MB]
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Fee Information Document - Barclays Bank Account [PDF, 394KB]
Important information
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You must be 18 or over to access this product in the app. T&Cs apply.Return to reference