Savings for UK taxpayers who live in Belgium 3 August 2011 at 1:06PM in UK armed forces MoneySaving 2 replies 1.3K views

sean_keates

I am a UK Taxpayer, but live in Belgium working for NATO.

I have monies that I would like to Invest or put into Savings Accounts in the UK but continue to be told that I am unable to open accounts because I do not have a UK address.

Can anyone help me or advise me on a Savings Co that will allow me to open an online account.

Sean Keates

euronorris

Are you a resident in BE or UK? You cannot open a UK bank account, or other financial product unless you are a UK resident (usually).

However, there are certain companies that offer international bank accounts and savings products. Here is one example: http://www.offshore.hsbc.com/1/2/ They offer Expat services. But please Google for other banks offering similar services. I believe Lloyds and Barclays also offer similar services.

Alternatively, if you are a registered BE resident, then you can invest your money in a BE savings account. That may work out better financially as you will not lose money in exchange rates.

Also, don't put your real name on here for security reasons.

vic_sf49

Do you have a BFPO number?

You should be able to open an account with that as your address.