Switching to Natwest select/rewards account

GardenGal2024
GardenGal2024 Posts: 2 Newbie
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edited 28 March 2024 at 4:10PM in Budgeting & bank accounts
Just tried to switch current accounts to Natwest Rewards and because I have no photo ID (Passport has ran out and I don't drive) I have been told I can switch but because I am not providing photo ID will not get the £200 switch incentive. 
Has anyone else experienced this and is this the correct information I have been given? 
I have switched bank accounts many times over the years for the cash incentives and have never been refused an incentive based on lack of photo ID!
Many thanks! 

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  • PRAISETHESUN
    PRAISETHESUN Posts: 4,715 Forumite
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    edited 28 March 2024 at 4:50PM
    Account opening and account switching are two separate processes, regardless of the fact they are submitted using a single application form.

    You need to first open the NatWest account, which will require ID. A list of acceptable ID can be found on their website here: https://www.natwest.com/current-accounts/what-do-you-need-to-open-a-current-account.html. They might require you to provide non-photo ID in branch as I suspect their online document service isn't designed to deal with these cases.

    Only once your account is open will the switch proceed. If you meet all the T&Cs of the switch offer then you will be automatically paid the incentive. Photo ID is not one of those requirements.
  • Thank you! That's really helpful, appreciate your time! 
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