Apply for an Everyday Current Account

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Are you an existing Santander customer?

This could be if you have a current account, credit card, loan, mortgage or savings account with Santander

Are you looking to switch your current account from another provider to an Everyday Current Account?

Are you looking to open a joint account? 

You’re ready to apply

The quickest, simplest, and most secure way to open a new bank account is using our Mobile Banking app.

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Scan the QR code using the camera on your mobile device to download the Santander app.

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 You can also apply online or visit your local branch

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Key Facts Document and Terms & Conditions

We’ll email you copies, but you should read and consider these documents before you apply (you can also print or save them). If you have any questions or need further information, please contact us. To see these documents, you may need to download Adobe Reader

We’ll carry out a credit check when you apply.

Paper-free

  • We’ll send your statements and other important information to your e-Documents section in Online Banking.
  • You can ask to receive your statements and important information by post using Online Banking, in one of our branches or by phone.
  • If you want more information on paper-free, or you don’t want to receive your documents this way then contact us.

Please note that if you request an overdraft with this account, the amount we offer may be lower than the amount requested. We will ask you to confirm that you’re happy to go ahead before we open your account.

If you’re applying on behalf of other applicants, you must have permission to act on their behalf, for example as Power of Attorney or Deputy. If this is the case, please make sure you use their details during the application.  If you’d like to be registered to act on the accounts, complete our Power of Attorney registration form online or call 0800 414 8414 if you’re already registered. During the application, you’ll be asked if you want to hear about products, services and offers that might be of interest. Please note, the preferences you select will apply to all applicants and will override any previous preferences given. If you, or any joint account holder, would like to change those preferences, please contact us at any time.​

Before applying for this product you should consider any future changes to your financial circumstances that may impact your ability to manage this account.

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Alternatively, apply at your local branch