Barclays review
3.5Est. 1690
Barclays offers international payments for existing account holders through online banking and the Barclays app. Convenient but with higher costs than specialist providers.
Countries
200+
Currencies
30+
Speed
Same day to 3 business days
Fees
£5-£25 per international payment
Barclays overview
Founded in 1690 and based in London, UK, Barclays is a high-street bank. Barclays's regulators: FCA, PRA.
Across the 18 corridors we track for Barclays, its median rate sits 2.76% from mid-market — compare that with the 2% - 3.5% above mid-market it publishes.
Pros
- Trusted UK high street bank
- Easy online/app transfers
- Strong security and regulation
Cons
- £5-£25 transfer fees
- Exchange rate markup (2-3%)
- Slower than specialist providers
Barclays features
Online banking
Mobile app
Branch access
Barclays transfer details
HeadquartersLondon, UK
RegulatedYes
RegulatorsFCA, PRA
Min Transfer$1
Max Transfer$50,000
Payment MethodsBank Transfer
Delivery MethodsBank Deposit
Exchange Rate Markup2% - 3.5% above mid-market
Published by Barclays. Not measured by us; Barclays’s limits and methods vary by country.
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