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But now he's reached his limit and can’t afford repayments
To protect the privacy of our customers, we have used photographs of actors and fictitious names, but they are based on real situations.
Originally, Samir took out a credit card to fill the gap between payday and the end of the month. He could always cover his minimum amount comfortably, so he started using credit to shop and go out instead of his debit card – that way he could worry about repayments after payday.
But then his credit card was declined and Samir realised he'd reached his limit. Now he owed higher repayments than he could afford, he couldn't rely on his credit to spend, and his finances were keeping him up at night.
At first, Samir planned to stop spending for a month or two to get his outstanding balance lower – then he could go back to using the available credit as before. But soon he found himself back in the same position, only this time:
Samir was feeling overwhelmed with credit card bills, fees and payday loan repayments. When his brother confronted him, he found out what had been going on and asked Samir to call Barclaycard straight away. Samir got through to one of our support team, Anne.
Samir hated the idea of telling Barclaycard what was going on. But Anne helped put a working plan in place and showed him where to create a budget online. With some light at the end of the tunnel, Samir finally began to feel like the weight was lifting.
If you're worried that you need help with your finances then you can try StepChange Debt Charity's 60-second debt test . By answering a few simple questions they'll be able to tell you if you need debt advice.
Feeling like you have no money and too many repayments can be overwhelming. But you don’t need to handle it alone. Call us as soon as you can and let us know what’s going on.
We know your debts aren't going to disappear on their own, but we really can help. If you get in touch, we'll ask you about your income and outgoings so you can feel confident you're only repaying what you can really afford. And your priority payments – Council Tax, rent/mortgage repayments and household bills – will always come first.
It's probably the last thing you want to do, but giving us a call won’t make anything worse. We won't spring any surprises on you; our advisers are here to listen, understand and agree a solution with you – not demand payments you can’t afford.
You can rest assured, we’ll ask your permission before we do anything and check how you feel about your other finances.
We'll try to provide you with help that’s clear, practical and easy to understand. Also, we'll advise you where to find free and independent help.
As soon as you think you might be facing financial difficulties, give us a call. It could make things much easier.
Before you pick up the phone, it’s a good idea to jot down some notes about your income and spending. And set some time aside – we’ll want to understand your situation in detail, so you might be talking for a while.
Calls to 0800 numbers are free from UK landlines. Mobile charges may vary. Find out more about call charges.
Call us on 0800 056 1411. Lines are open Monday to Friday 8am to 9pm, Saturday and Sunday 9am to 9pm.
If you’ve missed a payment on your Barclaycard, you might be able to pay it using the Barclaycard app.
Alternatively, call us on 0800 161 5205. Lines are open Monday to Friday 8am to 9pm, Saturday 9am to 9pm
Send us a message from the 'Help' section of the Barclaycard app. It's secure and you don’t have to wait for our reply, just log back in when you’re ready to see if we've replied.
You need to be 18 or over to use the app. T&Cs apply.
Call us on 0800 151 0157 if you're worried about missing payments. Lines are open Monday to Friday 8am to 8pm, and Saturday and Sunday 8am to 6pm.
If you’ve missed a payment on your Barclaycard, you might be able to pay it using the Barclaycard app.
If you're struggling with a few different debts or money worries in general, there are organisations that may be able to help:
Offers free independent support for advice on how to deal with your debts, including live online webchat with a National Debtline advisor.
Provides a range of free and impartial money advice over the phone and online, including tools and calculators to help you manage your finances.
UK's largest provider of genuinely free independent debt advice and managed solutions, helping people to resolve problems, repay debts and rebuild lives.
Find out if you're getting all the money you could be entitled to.
Visit entitledto and use their free benefits calculator to understand if financial support is available.
Contact Citizen's Advice Bureau for a list of debt counsellors in your area.
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Check your balance and transactions, pay your monthly bill and confirm online payments securely. The Barclaycard app helps you manage your card – whenever and wherever you want. You need to be 18 or over to access this product or service using the app. T&Cs apply.
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