Switching to us

Want to move current account? Switching to us is quick and easy – because we do all the hard work. That means all the fiddly bits – transferring your Direct Debits and standing orders – are done for you, and we’ll even close your old account if you’d like us to. Just another reason why banking with Barclays is a breeze.

Barclays Bank Account Our straightforward current account allows you to access your money day and night and to manage your account by phone or online.   Switch to Barclays Bank Account  Additions Active If you travel, live life to the max and expect your current account to keep up, take a look at Additions Active. Travel insurance, car breakdown cover and Mobile Phone Insurance are all taken care of: saving you time and keeping you covered.  Switch to Additions Active

Current Account Plus The current account that offers a £300 interest-free overdraft* and a range of other benefits.  Switch to Current Account Plus

When you switch
When you move current account, we'll transfer your Direct Debits and standing orders free of charge. We'll also close your old account if you wish.

All you have to do is redirect your salary and any income (eg a pension or child benefit) into your new account and ensure any outstanding payments to your old account have been made.

* All overdrafts are subject to status and application. Overdrafts are repayable on demand. EAR means Equivalent Annual Rate.