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Barclaycard UK Credit card
Barclaycard Forward
No rewards
VISA
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Card review

Barclaycard Forward

4.1 4.1 out of 5 8.2/10 DebitCue Score Verified

Build your credit history — and earn a lower interest rate for paying on time.

Fee
No fee
Purchase APR
from 33.9%
Interest-free
56 days
Foreign fee
2.99%
Welcome offer
£10 cashback every 3 months in year one (up to £40 total)

Our verdict

What stands out, and where it falls short.

What we like

  • Welcome bonus
  • No card fee
  • 56-day interest-free period

Worth weighing

  • 2.99% foreign transaction fee
  • No rewards programme
  • High interest if you carry a balance

Who It Is For

Whether the Barclaycard Forward fits how you actually spend.

Pick it if you are

  • Anyone who wants a low-cost everyday card

Skip it if you are

  • Frequent international travelers
  • Rewards-chasers

Rates and fees

As of

All amounts shown in GBP.

Card fee
No fee
Purchase APR
from 33.9%
Interest-free period
56 days
Foreign transaction fee
2.99%
Purchase 0% period
6 months from account opening
Balance transfer fee
2.9%

Rewards and features

Welcome offer
£10 cashback every 3 months in year one (up to £40 total)
Pay with
Apple Pay, Google Pay, Contactless
Rate reduction
3% reduction in year 1 if all payments on time; +2% reduction in year 2

Benefits and perks

Extras that come bundled with the card.

  • Rate reduction promise
    3% APR reduction after year 1 of on-time payments; further 2% reduction in year 2

Eligibility

What you need before you apply.

Minimum income
£3,000 per year
Credit limit range
£50 to £1,200
Eligibility criteria
Age 18+, UK resident, employed, no more than one CCJ in past 6 years

Barclaycard Forward: your questions answered

Does the Barclaycard Forward have a card fee?
No - the Barclaycard Forward has no card fee.
Does the Barclaycard Forward charge foreign transaction fees?
Yes - the Barclaycard Forward charges a 2.99% foreign transaction fee.
Is there an interest-free period on the Barclaycard Forward?
Yes - up to 56 days interest-free when you pay your balance in full by the due date.
What is the interest rate on the Barclaycard Forward?
The Barclaycard Forward has a purchase APR of from 33.9%.
Does the Barclaycard Forward have a welcome offer?
Yes - £10 cashback every 3 months in year one (up to £40 total).
Is the Barclaycard Forward a credit, debit or prepaid card?
The Barclaycard Forward is a credit card issued by Barclaycard UK on the Visa network.
Does the Barclaycard Forward support Apple Pay and Google Pay?
Yes - the Barclaycard Forward works with both Apple Pay and Google Pay.
Where can I get the Barclaycard Forward?
The Barclaycard Forward is currently offered in United Kingdom.
How does DebitCue rate the Barclaycard Forward?
DebitCue rates the Barclaycard Forward 4.1 out of 5 (8.2/10), scored on the same factors as every card - fees, rewards, perks and ease of use.
How do I apply for the Barclaycard Forward?
Use the Apply now button to continue on Barclaycard UK's secure site. Comparing and applying through DebitCue is free.

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