Current Account

Key facts

Our Current Account is an easy to open and easy to manage bank account that gives you everything you would expect from Barclays, and more.

Choice of currency (AED, USD, GBP and EUR)⁽¹⁾
First cheque book free (AED accounts only)
Free Cheque Protect (available on request)
Access to global network of ATMs
Manage your money on the go with free Online, Mobile and Tablet banking
Free SMS Alerts on all transactions
Facility for online bill payment - DEWA, SEWA, ADWEA and Etisalat
Secure and convenient online statements for online viewing and downloading at no charge
Overdraft facility

Apply now

Apply online
Call - +971 (0) 4 428 6000
SMS - ACC to 3652
Visit us - Barclays Branches

Application Form PDF (220 KB)

Personal Banking - Terms and Conditions-English PDF (270 KB)

Personal Banking - Terms and Conditions-Arabic PDF (400 KB)

Personal Banking - Schedule of Charges PDF (1.91 MB)

(1) Minimum balance of AED3000 for non-AED currencies

What you need

Opening a current account with us is extremely straightforward. You simply need to provide us with the original and a copy the following documents in person⁽¹⁾.

Valid UAE Residence Visa
Valid Passport

If you are new to the UAE and waiting on your Visa to be processed then we may be able to offer you a savings account to help get you started.

(1) Barclays reserves the right to accept or decline current account opening application based on internal policy. Additional documentation may be requested by Barclays as deemed necessary.