Money Market Call Account

Offshore money market savings account

Our Money Market Call Account is ideal for you if:

  • you want to save in multiple currencies
  • you want to avoid exchange rate fluctuations
  • you want instant access to your savings
  • you have moved or are planning on moving abroad

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  • Instant access savings account
  • Available in most major currencies
  • 24/7 access through Internet Banking and PhoneBank
  • Variable interest rate
  • Interest paid monthly for Sterling, Euro and US dollar accounts, and half yearly for other currencies.
  • Minimum deposit £10,000. Other currencies vary.
  • Full flexibility – make new deposits into your account at any time.

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New customers: you need a gross annual income of £50,000* or at least £25,000* to invest with Lloyds TSB International within 3 months of opening your account to be eligible (* or US Dollar/Euro equivalent)

Existing customers of Lloyds Banking Group: if you're an existing customer of Lloyds TSB, Halifax or Bank of Scotland, the above criteria don't apply and you're eligible

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  • Interest rates are variable and tiered i.e. the more you deposit, the higher the interest you earn.
  • Interest is paid monthly for Sterling, Euro and US Dollar accounts.
  • For other currencies, interest is paid half yearly.

To obtain an interest rate offer for the currency you want to save in, please contact us.

  • New customers: +44 (0) 1624 641 825
  • Existing customers: +44 (0) 8705 301 641

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Sending funds*

International moneymover service Through Currency Internet Banking £15
Through Offshore PhoneBank, in branch, or in writing £25
Through Standing Order £15
To your other accounts held with Lloyds Banking Free
International drafts £15 (plus registration fee if posted)
Electronic Funds Transfer(CHAPS payments within the British Isles) £20, + £5 for confirmation to recipient
Minimum payment £1,000
Cash withdrawals and deposits into the US Dollar Account and/or Euro Account 2% on the Sterling equivalent of each currency, minimum £3 per currency and £10 administration fee

These accounts are not designed to be used for receipt of notes or coins. If you need this service, please contact your International Banking Team.
Recalling a payment £20 per payment

We cannot guarantee the cancellation as funds may already have been paid to the beneficiary.
You could receive less than the original amount of the payment, due to adverse exchange rate movements.

* Plus charges levied by the correspondent bank abroad.

Receiving funds

Cheque Collections Cheques up to £100 £5
Cheques of £100 and above 25p per £100
(min £15, max £80 per cheque)
Cheque negotiation to Sterling account* Cheques up to £100 £5
Cheques of £100 and above 25p per £100
(min £8, max £80 per cheque)
Cheques in a foreign currency drawn in a different country (not UK)
e.g. US Dollars drawn in France		 As above, but minimum £10 per cheque.
Cheque negotiation to currency account* Cheques in the same currency as the account £2 per cheque
Cheques requiring currency conversion £4 per cheque
Electronic bank transfer from another financial institution Up to £100 £2
£100 and above £7, or £10 for telephone advice

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* The correspondent bank may also levy a charge based on the value of the cheque.

Other standard services

Supplying copies of previous bank statements £5 per request
An administration charge may be made for excessive requests.

Why should I bank with Lloyds TSB International?

Lloyds TSB International gives you the security of a brand you can trust whilst offering products for customers with international needs.

We have offices and dedicated staff located around the world to serve you.

With our help, you can have peace of mind whilst you move or live abroad without your finances having to move with you.

Who can benefit from putting money offshore?

You can benefit from putting your money into an international account if:

  • you are a frequent international mover or traveller
  • you are moving or working abroad
  • you are living abroad
  • you want to invest abroad (property, etc.)
  • you want to retire abroad
  • you have family members needing financial support in different countries e.g. your children are studying in the UK but you are working abroad.

Why choose an international savings account?

You will benefit from an international savings account if:

  • you want to save in a currency other than sterling.
  • you have moved or are planning on moving abroad, and want an accessible savings account.*

I'm living abroad and would like to discuss some of the Lloyds TSB International products. Who should I contact?

  • If you are in the UK, call 0800 055 6358
  • If you are living elsewhere, call +44 (0) 1624 641 825

Is the interest rate variable or fixed?

The interest rate is variable and depends on the balance you hold: it is tiered.

What is a tiered interest rate?

When the interest rate is tiered, the more you deposit, the more interest you earn up to the maximum deposit allowance.

How can I access my money with a Money Market Call Account?

You can request a transfer to another bank account by telephone or online.

How can I pay money in a Money Market Call Account?

We will provide you with a sort code and account number (IBAN and BIC for transfers from banks outside the UK) to enable you to deposit money.

You can also pay in cheques but our standard charges will apply.

What supporting documents will I need for my application?

You will need:

  • a certified copy of your passport or ID card (for each account holder for a joint account).
  • an original or certified copy of proof of address documentation dated within the last 3 months (for each account holder for a joint account).
  • confirmation of source of funds and supporting documentation.

Find out more about how to certify documents and what documents are relevant, in the Appendix of the following PDF.

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Telephone calls may be recorded and monitored

Messages sent by email may not be secure and may be intercepted by third parties. For these reasons, please do not use email to send us communications which contain confidential information as we require these communications to be in writing. Please also do not use email for correspondence that needs our immediate attention - please contact your relationship manager directly. If you disregard this warning and choose to send us confidential information, you agree that you do so at your own risk and that you will not hold the Bank responsible for any loss that you suffer as a result.

Need help?

From the UK, call
0800 055 6358

Outside the UK, call
+44 (0) 1624 641 825

Lines open Mon-Fri 8am-6pm and Saturday 9.30am-1.30pm UK time

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