
How you can travel in the EU after Brexit
Your key questions answered
Find out what Brexit could mean for your travel plans with this summary of some of the key points.
Helping you to make the most of the UK’s new relationship with the EU
A new era has begun for the UK and EU now that the Brexit transition period is over. To help you understand how this could affect you and what it means for your finances, we’ve put together a series of guides, articles and Q&As to support you and help you feel more confident about the future.
Last reviewed: 05/03/2021
How Brexit could affect your travel, finances and investments
Your key questions answered
Find out what Brexit could mean for your travel plans with this summary of some of the key points.
Your key questions answered
We’ve provided answers to some key questions you may have about the impact of Brexit on your finances.
Your key questions answered
From property to investments and the outlook for the economy, we look at how Brexit could affect your financial plans.
If you have an address outside the UK, but within the European Economic Area (EEA), you may face changes to your banking and investment products and services in the future.
The steps you need to take will depend on the type of account you want to close.
Is my money safe?
Yes, your money is safe. As mentioned above, you’re still covered by the FSCS and we’re still regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA).
What impact will it have on data protection and GDPR?
We don’t expect there to be any immediate changes to GDPR or data protection in the UK. As always, we’ll treat your personal data with the utmost care and will continue to protect it.
Am I still covered by E111 or European Health Insurance Cards (EHIC)?
E111 or EHIC cards that are still in date continue to be valid, although you will not be able to use them in Norway, Iceland, Liechtenstein and Switzerland. If you don’t have a valid EHIC you can apply for a new Global Health Insurance Card (GHIC), which offers similar benefits.
This information may change, so please always read the government’s guide to visiting Europe from January 1 2021 before travelling.
As a general rule, you should always get appropriate travel insurance with healthcare cover before you go abroad - especially if you have a pre-existing medical condition.
What happens if I’m a victim of fraud when travelling in Europe?
If you’re a victim of card fraud in the UK or in Europe, you should always contact us straight away. Please call 0800 3891 652 (+44 160 452 9410 from abroad) for Barclays, or 0333 200 9090 (+44 1452 828 309 from abroad) for Barclaycard.
I still have a question – how can I get in touch?
The quickest way to speak to us is using ‘Live Chat’ in our app. It’s fast and secure, and our team are available 24/7. You must be 16 or over to use the app. Terms and conditions apply.
Can I still make payments to my Barclaycard from countries in Europe?
Yes, you can still pay your Barclaycard from Europe.
Does my fee-free abroad credit card now have fees?
We’re not currently planning to add any new fees, but any existing fees that apply to your card are still valid.
Are there any changes to the balance-transfer and money-transfer features on my Barclaycard?
No, these features work exactly the same way they did before.
Do I still need to pay back what I owe on my loan or Barclaycard if I need to move to Europe?
Yes, you still need to pay back what you owe in line with the terms and conditions of the product you have.
Is my ISA still tax free?
If you’re a UK resident there is no change to how your ISA works. If you live in the European Economic Area (EEA), please check our guide to living or moving outside of the UK.
If you’re in, or heading towards, financial difficulty, please get in touch and speak to us. We know it can be tough to talk about, but we’re here to help. Whether it’s due to Brexit or any other change in circumstances, give us a call on 0345 734 5345 and let’s see what we can do to help. We’ve also got lots of practical advice on how to manage your money.
We’re helping a lot of people right now so it may take us longer than we’d like to speak to you.
To save you waiting, you can manage you money in the Barclays app, or message us in its ‘Contact us’ section. It’s secure, and our digital assistant is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
You can check how all of our services are working at any time.