Bank accounts

A bank account is essential if you want to send and receive payments or to save money securely. Banks and other providers offer a range of personal and business banking services and accounts.

Bank accounts - overview

A bank account is essential if you want to send and receive payments or to save money securely. You may need separate personal and business bank accounts if you are running your own small business or operate as a sole trader.

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The best UK business bank account

Our guide to some of the UK’s most popular business bank accounts - from high street banks and challenger apps - to help you find the bank account for your business.

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Choosing a personal bank account

What to think about when choosing a personal bank account. Finding the best bank accounts for customer satisfaction, rewards, savings and overdrafts

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Do I need a business bank account?

You may be required by law to open a business bank account. Check the rules and discover the benefits of having one or more business bank accounts - even if you do not legally require one.

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Opening a personal bank account

What you need to be able to open a bank account. How to open a new account or switch accounts. What to do if you are refused a bank account.

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