WHY SHOULD YOU OPEN A UK BANK ACCOUNT?
- Pay your bills and rent
- Pay tuition fees
- Business can pay you if you decide to get a job whilst studying
- Provides financial evidence for VISA application
TYPES OF BANKS & BANKING APPS
Some banks allow you to open a bank account before you arrive in the UK, whereas others require you to visit in person to finish the set up.
Make sure you check that if you need to visit in person, there is branch local to campus.
Banks with an app are a great way to keep track of your money and help you budget. For example, you can create sections within your bank to place money for food, rent and socialising.
Here are a few sites we recommend visiting to find out more about banking:
HOW TO OPEN A BANK ACCOUNT
To open a bank account, you will need some important documents:
- Proof of identity
- Proof of address
- University confirmation letter (student accounts only)