Offshore bank accounts
When you open an international bank account you're also opening a world of possibilities and opportunity. You too can enjoy the benefits of banking abroad, whether you're travelling, studying, working or doing business on the global stage.
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
Visa luxury offers
Get luxury travel and lifestyle offers, including airport lounge access and discounts, with your Visa debit card
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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.
A comprehensive guide to your Visa debit card
A comprehensive guide to your Visa debit card
Welcome to the setup guide on how to order, activate and manage your Visa debit card linked to your Standard Bank Offshore bank account.
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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