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TSB Current Account

I'm sure this has been asked before but I couldn't find anything when I did a forum search.

When applying online for a TSB current account do they do all of the ID checks online? I'd like to open an account for the 5% interest but my nearest branch is about 45 miles away. Also do they require any Direct Debits to be step up on the account?

Thanks

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  • JKSandy
    JKSandy Posts: 711 Forumite
    I had to go in with my passport and a statement with my address, but I think it depends on a few things.


    I have been at my current address for 18 months. So maybe that's why I had to go in.
    All that glitters is not gold.
  • Ed-1
    Ed-1 Posts: 4,012 Forumite
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    JKSandy wrote: »
    I had to go in with my passport and a statement with my address, but I think it depends on a few things.


    I have been at my current address for 18 months. So maybe that's why I had to go in.

    Are you a student?
  • YorkshireBoy
    YorkshireBoy Posts: 31,541 Forumite
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    Organist wrote: »
    When applying online for a TSB current account do they do all of the ID checks online?
    If they can, ie they're happy with what they find from the CRA/FPA searches.
    Also do they require any Direct Debits to be step up on the account?
    Any DD, and other, requirements will be detailed in the one page T&Cs. Take a quick look?
  • badger09
    badger09 Posts: 11,771 Forumite
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    Organist wrote: »
    I'm sure this has been asked before but I couldn't find anything when I did a forum search.

    When applying online for a TSB current account do they do all of the ID checks online? I'd like to open an account for the 5% interest but my nearest branch is about 45 miles away.

    Like most other banks, they will try online ID checks, but if that fails you will be asked to provide documentary evidence.

    Organist wrote: »
    Also do they require any Direct Debits to be step up on the account?

    Thanks

    Does it mention DDs here?

    http://www.tsb.co.uk/current-accounts/classic-plus-account/
  • Mrs_Ryan
    Mrs_Ryan Posts: 11,841 Forumite
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    Ive been in my current address for eight years. I have to go into branch with ID for the Cash Account. Ive been on the electoral roll for years here so I have no idea why the online check didnt work.
    *The RK and FF fan club* #Family*Don’t Be Bitter- Glitter!* #LotsOfLove ‘Darling you’re my blood, you have my heartbeat’ Dad 20.02.20
  • stclair
    stclair Posts: 6,855 Forumite
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    My account was opened without sending them any ID.
    Im an ex employee RBS Group
    However Any Opinion Given On MSE Is Strictly My Own
  • mgdavid
    mgdavid Posts: 6,711 Forumite
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    I've opened two accounts with them, all online, not asked to produce any ID or docs.
    The questions that get the best answers are the questions that give most detail....
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