Moving abroad

 

We'll help you along the way

It can be one of the most exciting times of your life seeing your plans to move abroad turn into reality. Starting your new life shouldn’t feel like one of its greatest struggles. Let us smooth the transition – and we’ll be there when you explore your new world.

Key questions to think about

There’s a lot to think about when moving abroad and settling into a new way of life. It can take a lot of planning just to arrange the move.

It can be daunting adjusting to a new workplace, moving your children to new schools or making sure that your savings and investments will help to support your life overseas.

Working abroad

Beginning a new job abroad can be both exhilarating and challenging. And it’s likely you will have a multitude of things to organise before you settle into your new role.

Your banking

Opening a bank account overseas can be time-consuming and difficult, especially if you don’t speak the local language.

We can set up an international current account in sterling, euro and US dollar before you move, so that you can access your salary immediately and pay your bills. 

International current accounts

Foreign exchange

Transferring money internationally will generally incur charges and be subject to changes in currency rates.

We won't charge you for making international transfers and our commission-free Foreign Exchange services can help you manage currency fluctuations. 

Foreign exchange services

Retiring abroad

Starting your new life abroad shouldn’t feel like a life’s work.
Let us smooth the transition – and we’ll be there when you’re settled in.

International banking for retirees

Setting up your banking and investment arrangements might be difficult abroad, especially if you don't speak the local language.

Our English-speaking advisers can help you with a range of international accounts and wealth management services before and after you move.

International current accounts

Help with frequent travelling

Travelling frequently can be exciting but can also take its toll on your finances. We’ll help you make the most of your money.

  • Work out which countries you’ll visit most and what currencies you’ll need.

    Our international current account comes with Visa debit cards in sterling, euro and US dollar so you can access your money from anywhere in the world. Eligibility criteria applies.

  • Choose an account that’s easy to access and manage from anywhere in the world – whether you’re checking balances or making payments.

    All our accounts offer round-the-clock access to your money with online banking and telephone banking with English-speaking advisers. 

  • Consider protecting yourself and your family against unexpected events such as medical emergencies, accidents, loss and theft.

    Our Premier International Account comes with worldwide travel insurance for you and your eligible family members.

    We don't provide advice on travel insurance.

    Travel insurance isn't available to US, Canadian and Hong Kong residents.

    Travel insurance terms and conditions (PDF, 261 KB)

    Insurance product information (PDF, 151 KB) 

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