standing order question.

trashcan_2

I don't usually have standing order so a bit thick on them.

I just made 2 standing orders, One was for my new Halifax regular saver account.
I am with Barclay's and when i put the sort code and the account number in
and it had a box for reference , what should i put in this.

Thanks.

exel1966

I always put the date and time I make the request so I can check it gets to the other end when it should and it's useful to know in case of a failed/disputed S/O.

[Deleted User]

A reference is required so that the standing order you send can be identified by the company receiving it. The reference is normally your account number, card number or customer number and should be found on the bill from the company. If you are unsure what to input, contact the payee. The box must be completed.

From my HSBC account...

trashcan_2

As with my Halifax regular saver, I put my sort code and my account number in,
I couldn't see what else i should put in the Reference number box.

thanks.

trashcan_2

I was given a roll number whould it mean that or not.

CLAPTON

where your account has a unique sort code and eight digit a/c number like a bank a/c there is no need of a reference... however some places have a common sort code and account number for all their customers so unique roll/reference number is essential e.g. many building societies, utilities, credit cards etc.

exel1966

Expanding on the above a commonly used account number by utility co's, credit card co's etc is 00000000 which then requires the payee to include their own account number as the reference. Normally you would put your own account number 12345678 and therefore no reference would be required, meaning you could put whatever you like if you want in that space if you so desire.

YorkshireBoy

CLAPTON wrote: »

where your account has a unique sort code and eight digit a/c number like a bank a/c there is no need of a reference...

...although some banks/BS's (can't remember which just now) won't let you set up a payment without putting something in this reference field.

trashcan_2

I didn't fill in the reference number at first just the sort code and account number, but it would not let me continue till i had filled in the reference number. Not knowing what to put i put Regular saver (Halifax). But now this looks wrong. As payment does not leave to monday i have time to change my mind.

LittleVoice

When forced to put a reference by the sending bank/BS but none is required by the receiving one, even putting a full stop in the reference box will satisfy the requirement to provide a reference.

KeithEssex_2

trashcan wrote: »

I don't usually have standing order so a bit thick on them.

I just made 2 standing orders, One was for my new Halifax regular saver account.
I am with Barclay's and when i put the sort code and the account number in
and it had a box for reference , what should i put in this.

Thanks.

The reference field should ideally contain your Halifax roll number that corresponds to the sort code and account number.