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How old to start Bank Account

Whats the best bank account for a 16 year old to start. I have a Cahoot account but you have to be 21 to open one of thise. All she wants is a online access account with a cash card. Any ideas?

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  • LTSB under 19 a/c with 2-1 visa debit control card and a decent rate of interest. (Don't forget to register for gross interest if you are not a tax payer)
  • iceicebaby
    iceicebaby Posts: 3,633 Forumite
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    Lloyds is good. My 18nyear old brother is with them
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  • Cypher
    Cypher Posts: 440 Forumite
    ejones999 wrote:
    LTSB under 19 a/c with 2-1 visa debit control card and a decent rate of interest. (Don't forget to register for gross interest if you are not a tax payer)

    Totally agree. I opened one for my 16 year old son back in September (and also the 8% Monthly Saver). ;)
  • PBA
    PBA Posts: 1,521 Forumite
    She could open a 16-18 current account with Abbey. Comes with an Electron card and cheque book. Interest rate isn't that good at 1.5% but it can be linked to an Esaver paying 4.6%+
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