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Making the move to Barclays

How to Switch bank accounts

A refreshingly straightforward approach to business banking

Our Business current account gives you the tools to help run your business effectively, from a choice of clear, transparent Price Plans to a rewarding loyalty discount on your monthly charges.

We’ve made moving easy, too.

How to apply

Sole traders

If you’re a sole trader, the whole application process can be completed online in just 10 minutes. We’ll then call you within 5 working days to confirm your account has been set up. Full account documentation will follow by post.

Partnerships and limited companies

If you are a partnership or limited company with 2 partners/directors, you can start your application online. Once submitted, we’ll contact you to book an appointment with a Barclays Business Manager at a branch and time that’s convenient for you to complete it.

 

What happens next?

We take care of the details, while you take care of your business. Once your application is complete, we will:

  • Get in touch with your old bank to switch over any standing orders and Direct Debits, and send you a list to check that they’re all correct
  • Arrange for your credit or debit balance to be moved from your old account
  • Let you know when your account is ready to use and send you your new chequebook and card

Useful links

Thinking of moving your business banking to Barclays? Take a look at some of our products and services or apply for an account now.

Business bank accounts

Savings

Loans

Business insurance

Open a business account

Important Information
 
1. Lines are open Monday to Friday 8am-8pm and Saturday 9am-1pm. To maintain a quality service, we may monitor and record phone calls. Read our call charges and information

Barclays Bank PLC. Authorised by the Prudential Regulation Authority and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority and the Prudential Regulation Authority (Financial Services Register number: 122702). Barclays Bank PLC subscribes to the Lending Code which is monitored and enforced by the Lending Standards Board and is licensed and regulated by the Office of Fair Trading for the provision of credit products to consumers and related services. Further details can be found at www.lendingstandardsboard.org.uk. Barclays Insurance Services Company Limited is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority (Financial Services Register number: 312078).

Barclays Bank PLC. Registered in England. Registered no. 1026167. Barclays Insurance Services Company Limited. Registered in England. Registered no. 973765. Registered office for both: 1 Churchill Place, London E14 5HP. ‘The Woolwich’ and ‘Woolwich’ are trademarks and trading names of Barclays Bank PLC. Barclays Business is a trading name of Barclays Bank PLC.


 

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