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This review looks at the BarclayPlus account to see if it could work for you and your child.<\/p><h3>What is the BarclayPlus current account?<\/h3><p>The BarclayPlus current account is designed for those aged 11 to 15. It has no monthly fee and your child can design their own card using their favourite photo. You\u2019ll also have a choice of a cash card or a debit card, and the account can be managed via the app, which has been adapted to suit children.<\/p><h3>How does it work?<\/h3><p>The key features of the BarclayPlus account are outlined below:<\/p><ul><li><strong>No monthly fee.<\/strong> There is no monthly maintenance fee for this account.<\/li><li><strong>A choice of a cash card or debit card.<\/strong> Cash cards can only be used to withdraw money from cash machines, while debit cards can be used to pay for items in shops and online. Parental permission will be required for a debit card.<\/li><li><strong>Design your card.<\/strong> Your child can design their card using their favourite photo.<\/li><li><strong>App for children.<\/strong> Your child can send money, view account balances and report their card as lost or stolen.<\/li><\/ul><h3>Who is it for?<\/h3><p>The BarclayPlus account is for children aged 11 to 15 who are UK residents. It\u2019s designed to help them develop good money habits and encourage financial independence. <\/p><h3>What are the benefits?<\/h3><p>One of the main benefits of the account is that there is no monthly fee. It also offers a choice of a cash card or debit card, so you can decide what you\u2019re more comfortable with. For example, you might prefer a cash card for an 11-year-old, but a debit card for a 14- or 15-year-old. <\/p><h3>How to apply<\/h3><p>If you, as a parent or guardian, bank with Barclays, your child can open their account via video banking. 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