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Ulster Bank accounts

Ready to open a bank account?

Open or switch to an adults' Ulster bank account today and apply for a free Rooster Card subscription for your children. 

Rooster Card: Kids aged between 6-17. Offer eligibility and T&Cs apply. Subscription costs typically £1.99 per month / £19.99 a year but is free for Ulster Bank customers for as long as they retain their account.

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All the essentials to make everyday banking easy for you.

Manage your account using our Mobile Banking app. Criteria applies.

Multiple ways to pay; Apple Pay, Google Pay and Contactless Debit Card. Limits apply.

No monthly fee.

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To apply, you need to be 18+ and a UK resident.

Child, teen and student accounts

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Apple Pay and Google Pay available for ages 13+. 

Children

Rooster Money

  • The pocket money app that builds good money habits for children.
  • Keep an eye on their spending with limits and alerts.
  • Free Rooster Card subscription for Ulster Bank customers with older kids (ages 6+), usually £1.99 per month / £19.99 per year for non Ulster Bank customers.


Eligibility criteria and T&Cs apply. Other fees may apply.

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Teens

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  • Tap to pay with contactless, Google or Apple Pay.
  • No fees or overdraft so you don't have to worry about debt.
  • Earn 2.35% AER / 2.33% Gross p.a. (variable) interest on your balance. Interest is calculated daily and paid monthly. 
     

Eligibility criteria apply.

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Young adults

Student account

  • Student accounts will now be provided by NatWest.
  • No monthly fee.
  • NatWest offer a 4-year tastecard.
  • Offer T&Cs apply.
  • Overdraft options available (18+).
     

Eligibility criteria apply.

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Additional bank accounts

We also offer additional bank accounts to suit your needs.

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Available to existing current account holders only.

For £10 a month you'll get:

  • Worldwide travel insurance
  • Mobile phone insurance
  • 15% cash-back on concerts, shows and sporting events.

To apply, you need to be 18+ and a UK resident.

Foundation account

If you’re not eligible for the bank account you are applying for, you might be offered the Foundation account instead. You cannot apply directly for a Foundation account.

Premier accounts

Enjoy a host of exciting benefits with our Premier current accounts. Specific account and Premier eligibility criteria apply.

Joint accounts

If you're looking to open a Joint account with someone, follow the below link to find out more.

Bank accounts for Ukrainian refugees

We’ve set up a new account opening process to help Ukrainian refugees set up in the UK. Here you’ll find details on the account, how the application process works and other assistance, including instructions translated into Ukrainian and Russian, and guidance on accessing your account once open.

Customers must be 18+, hold a Ukrainian passport or Ukrainian national ID card, and a valid visa (or similar – see account for full details).  

Thinking of switching your bank account to us?

The Current Account Switch Service will do all the work when it comes to switching, moving everything across from your old account all within 7 working days, including Direct Debits and standing orders. All you need to do is tell us the details of your old bank account and when you want the switch to start.

We can not switch savings accounts or ISAs through this service. Any other products you have with your old bank will not be moved at the same time.

Current Account Switch Guarantee (PDF, 39KB)

A Guide to Switching Current Accounts (PDF, 3MB)

How does the Current Account Switch Service work?

Service measures for our bank accounts

Supporting our customers

If you want to see how we have performed in key service areas and how we support all personal customers, you can get a detailed view here.

Ulster Bank performance indicators (PDF, 134 KB)

Ulster Bank customer support (PDF, 134 KB)

Financial Services Compensation Scheme

Your eligible deposits held by a UK establishment of Ulster Bank are protected up to a total of £85,000 by the Financial Services Compensation Scheme, the UK's deposit protection scheme. Any deposits you hold above the limit are unlikely to be covered.

See FSCS Protecting Your Money (PDF, 3.7 MB) for more information about the scheme and how it protects your money.