08/09/2026
US-UK Tax Talk Podcast | Opening Doors: UK Banking Solutions for US Citizens
Why can banking in the UK be more complicated for US citizens?
In the latest episode of US-UK Tax Talk, Aidan Grant is joined by Simon Gardiner, Senior Private Banker at Weatherbys Private Bank, to explore the practical challenges Americans can face when opening a UK bank account and managing their finances across the Atlantic.
They discuss:
💷 Managing currency exposure and overseas transaction fees
🏦 Building a UK financial footprint, even before you have a UK address
🔎 Source-of-funds checks, FATCA and CRS
🏠 Mortgages for clients with overseas income and assets
💰 Sterling vs US dollar borrowing
📈 Lombard lending against investment portfolios
If you’re a US citizen moving to, working in or spending significant time in the UK, this episode offers practical insight into navigating the UK banking landscape.
Watch the latest episode of US-UK Tax Talk now in YouTube or listen on all major podcast platforms: https://lnkd.in/euFwGjWD