Making the move to Barclays
As easy as 1, 2, 3
More than 100 businesses move their banking to us every day. 3
You can move your business banking to Barclays in just three easy steps. Find out how we work with you to make your switch smooth and painless.
We offer much more than just a business bank account. If you haven't already looked at our Start-up account or Business Current Account take a look now. If you're ready to move, just follow the three steps below.
1. Get in touch
To get started, apply for a Business Current Account or call 0845 601 0106 1 to book a meeting with a Barclays Business Manager
2. Meet your Barclays Business Manager
During this meeting, you'll be able to ask your manager any questions you have about banking with Barclays. You'll also need to bring along the following ID to open your account:
- Your passport, driver’s licence or EU national identity card
- A recent utility bill, council tax bill or bank or credit card statement
If your business will be trading under a name other than yours, you’ll also need to bring:
- A trading invoice, or
- A utility bill, or
- Company stationery that includes your business’s trading name, registered address and the name(s) of its proprietor(s)
3. Let us do the hard work for you
Your new account will be up and running within 48 hours of your meeting with a Barclays Business Manager. And our hassle-free Account Transfer Service 4 will handle all the paperwork required to switch your standing orders and Direct Debits. See details of our Account Transfer Service
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Thinking of moving your business banking to Barclays? Take a look at some of our products and services or apply for an account now.