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Barclays: Premier current account reviews

4.10
Based on 114 reviews, last reviewed 24th Mar 2026
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Latest highest rating:

5

Excellent response times and great service Excellent response times and great service Reviewed on: 24th March 2026
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Latest lowest rating:

1

Barclays blocked a transfer from my own Lloyds accou... Barclays blocked a transfer from my own Lloyds account and held my money for days (and I'm worried it could turn into weeks or months), causing me fin... Read more Reviewed on: 15th November 2025
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About this product

The Premier Current Account from Barclays has a wide range of benefits but does have specific income or savings eligibility criteria.

Premier customers can access a range of discounts, rewards and exclusive savings rates on bonds and ISAs. There’s also a team of Financial Guides on hand to help with key moments in life.

Premier Current Account reviews help you find out what it’s really like to be a customer. If you’ve used Barclays before, you can also leave a review and share your experience.

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Barclays Premier current account reviews (114)

Excellent response times and great service

5
Excellent response times and great service Reviewed on: 24th March 2026

I love Barclays premier!

5
I love Barclays premier! Excellent service Reviewed on: 23rd January 2026

Hassle free switch to a refreshing new Current Account

5
I carried out a Current Account switch recently and it was handled brilliantly and all communication was excellent. I have subsequently used online services as well as messaging and call services and have found it to be excellent. Reviewed on: 23rd January 2026

Longstanding customer

5
I’ve been a Premier customer for 40 years. I’ve used a variety of products. Never had an issue that wasn’t sorted out quickly and efficiently. Reviewed on: 23rd January 2026

Barclays offer combined holiday insurance and RAC co...

4
Barclays offer combined holiday insurance and RAC cover for less than anywhere else. Reviewed on: 23rd January 2026

Great Avios earning

5
Great Avios earnings , easy to use website , good customer service for premier members Reviewed on: 22nd January 2026

Excellent customer service

5
I'm always able to speak with someone on the telephone when needed. Reviewed on: 22nd January 2026

Too much reliance on IT which doesn’t always work.

3
Too much reliance on IT which doesn’t always work. Reviewed on: 22nd January 2026

Excellent service provided by the staffs

5
Excellent service provided by the staffs Reviewed on: 22nd January 2026

Excellent phone banking service!

5
Excellent phone banking service! Reviewed on: 22nd January 2026

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