Compare crypto friendly banks

Compare. Understand. Decide. Find the best crypto friendly banks in the UK. Compare UK accounts on whether they allow crypto transfers, FSCS protection and FCA authorisation and more to choose the right bank for you.

Our picks

Rated with the VALT Score® · Updated 9 Oct 2026

Best overall

Revolut

Buy and sell crypto alongside your everyday banking in one easy to use app.

92/100Exceptional
Sending money to exchanges
Allowed - Fixed limit
Why we like it
Easy crypto transfers with a strong app and broad crypto features.
Receiving money from exchanges
Allowed
  • Manage crypto alongside everyday banking
  • Easy to use platform for beginners
  • Track crypto prices in real time

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How we score

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  • Revolut

    Best for Crypto users who want banking and crypto in one app

    92/100Exceptional

    VALT Score®

    92 / 100

    Easy crypto transfers with a strong app and broad crypto features.

    Allowed
    Banned

    No hard cap

    E-money
  • Monzo

    Best for Crypto users who want easy exchange transfers

    87/100Excellent

    VALT Score®

    87 / 100

    Straightforward banking experience with a generally crypto friendly approach.

    Generally allowed
    Banned

    No hard cap

    Current account
  • Lloyds Bank

    Best for Crypto users making larger exchange transfers

    85/100Excellent

    VALT Score®

    85 / 100

    Large UK bank with established fraud protection and support for crypto payments.

    Generally allowed
    Banned

    10000

    Current account
  • Bank of Scotland

    Best for Crypto users transferring to FCA registered exchanges

    81/100Excellent

    VALT Score®

    81 / 100

    Established UK bank with strong everyday banking and fraud protection.

    Generally allowed
    Banned

    10000

    Current account
  • HSBC UK

    Best for Crypto users who want to use a mainstream bank with controlled access to crypto exchanges

    79/100Good

    VALT Score®

    79 / 100

    Major UK bank with strong security, although crypto payment restrictions can apply.

    Allowed
    Banned

    2500

    Current account
  • Santander

    Best for Crypto users making occasional smaller purchases

    74/100Good

    VALT Score®

    74 / 100

    Established bank with strong fraud protection and a clear approach to crypto payments.

    Allowed
    Banned

    1000

    Current account
  • Barclays

    Best for Crypto users using FCA registered UK exchanges

    70/100Good

    VALT Score®

    70 / 100

    Large established bank with robust security and support for selected crypto payments.

    Allowed
    Banned

    10000

    Current account
  • NatWest

    Best for Crypto users who prioritise scam protection

    68/100Consider

    VALT Score®

    68 / 100

    Major UK bank with strong security and clear policies around crypto payments.

    Allowed
    Banned

    1000

    Current account
  • Nationwide

    Best for Crypto users making smaller exchange transfers

    68/100Consider

    VALT Score®

    68 / 100

    Major building society with strong security and a relatively straightforward banking experience.

    Allowed
    Banned

    1000

    Current account
  • Starling Bank

    Best for UK users wanting strong scam protection and no crypto services

    49/100Caution

    VALT Score®

    49 / 100

    Users who want a full current account, not crypto access

    Not supported
    Banned

    0

    Current account
  • Chase UK

    Best for Crypto users who want to receive exchange withdrawals

    45/100Caution

    VALT Score®

    45 / 100

    Strong everyday banking app, but crypto payments are currently restricted.

    Allowed
    Banned

    0

    Current account
  • Wise

    Best for International users receiving regulated exchange withdrawals

    40/100Caution

    VALT Score®

    40 / 100

    Excellent for international transfers and multi-currency banking, but not suitable for funding crypto purchases.

    Allowed from regulated exchanges in UK
    Banned

    0

    E-money

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