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DRO & Opening Child Account

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Taff2121
Taff2121 Posts: 27 Forumite
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Hi🙂
I currently have a debt relief order, due to be discharged in September 2025. My question is it’s my daughter’s birthday soon and I would like to open up a bank account to put money in from family members etc. Is this something I am able to do whilst having a DRO or is it best to wait until I have been discharged?

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  • fatbelly
    fatbelly Posts: 22,945 Forumite
    Part of the Furniture 10,000 Posts Name Dropper Cashback Cashier
    Just answered your other question!

    It's not a problem. Easiest way is just to open a new account with your existing bank. I've done this online a few times.

  • Taff2121
    Taff2121 Posts: 27 Forumite
    10 Posts Name Dropper
    thanks so much!🙌🏼
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