Barclays Bank Account - General Information

The Barclays bank account is a free bank account to get if you are over the age of 18 years. There are no day to day banking charges to use your account so it is free to use.

Barclays account is ideal if you are looking for your first bank account or if you require an overdraft facility just for when you need it. 'Overdrafts are subject to status and application'.

Some of the benefits you get with Barclays are a free visa debit card to help you manage your money which is free to use at any Barclays branch. Note there is a 2.99% charge if you complete a transaction abroad.

Barclays have over 1700 branches in the UK and you can manage your money by internet banking, telephone banking, at any Barclays branch or by Mobile Banking.

The Barclays account is a perfect for people who require a small overdraft facility and need a standard bank account with no monthly operating costs.