International bank accounts
Bank as if you’ve never left home with our comprehensive, international banking services. Open an international bank account today to support your global lifestyle and wealth management.
Our offshore bank accounts offer
Full service
Our international services include banking, savings, investments, loans and forex services
Multi-currency
Bank in major currencies including pound sterling, US or Australian dollars and euro
Digital solutions
Bank from anywhere using internet and mobile banking services to manage your offshore accounts
Peace of mind
Draw on our heritage that spans more than 160 years of banking excellence
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How do I open an international bank account?
Step 1: Before you apply
Check to see if you’re eligible for an account with us. We will need to know your country of residence, your nationality and age.
Lastly, we need your contact details so we can get in touch to discuss the account application process.
Step 2: We will contact you
We will contact you within 72 hours by call or email to initiate the application process.
Step 3: Application and admin
Once eligibility is confirmed, please complete the online application form and submit this together with your identifying and supporting paperwork.
If required, we will call you to resolve outstanding queries on your application or the information received.
Step 4: Fund your account
Once your account is open, you can transfer funds immediately to start enjoying the benefits of international banking.
You can register for internet and mobile banking at this time and will receive your Visa debit card once your account is funded.
Why open a bank account in the Isle of Man
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Interest Rates
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Tips and guidance
Your guide to international payment and transfer codes
Your guide to international payment and transfer codes
Avoid delays or mishaps by learning how your Standard Bank international bank account can make and receive payments.
Payment routing details
Payment routing details
The banking details you need when making transfers from foreign banks and currency into your Standard Bank Isle of Man or Jersey account.
Your quick-reference guide to international banking
Your quick-reference guide to international banking
Learn more about Standard Bank international accounts, our fees, and how taxes and our regulatory position affects you.
International payments made easy
International payments made easy
A step-by-step guide through the process of making online payments from your Standard Bank international account.
How to pay and get paid
How to pay and get paid
Understand the different ways of paying into your account and making regular payments out of your account.
Visa debit cards
Visa debit cards
Learn more about the benefits of shopping securely and conveniently using a Visa debit card.
Resolve your international banking queries
Resolve your international banking queries
With dedicated customer service channels, you can count on us to respond and resolve your queries promptly.
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