Expat in Middle East needs to invest, which bank?

Mzy

I'm residing in the Middle East aiming to head to the UK end of the year, but want to put my cash somewhere before I leave (i.e. get it out of here, Saudi Arabia). I'm an Australian citizen but hold a British passport and have a residential address in the UK, however it's proving difficult to even open a bank account. Any suggestions on banks to contact? I would like to invest the money on advice of the bank. Thanks

Pincher

http://www.hsbc.co.uk/1/2/current-accounts/expat


Am I eligible?
Eligibility Requirements



To become a customer of HSBC Expat you need to hold a minimum of £60,000 or currency equivalent in deposits and/or investments with them. The minimum opening balance for an HSBC Expat Bank Account is: £5,000, $10,000 or €10,000 – and this counts towards your total balance.

If you are already an HSBC Premier customer, then you are not required to maintain a minimum balance of £60,000.

Archi_Bald

Mzy wrote: »

I would like to invest the money on advice of the bank. Thanks

Assuming you are after the best investment advice, you won't get it from any bank. As you are due back in the UK in a few months time, perhaps an IFA will take you on now. Check unbiased.co.uk for suitable candidates.