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ufirst Private current account

Switch in your account to ufirst Private

Why choose a ufirst Private current account?

For £26 a month, you'll get:

  • Your own Premier Banking Manager.
  • An exclusive branded cheque book and serviceCARD.
  • Annual worldwide travel insurance.
  • Mobile phone insurance.
  • Worldwide airport lounge access.
  • 15% cashback on concerts, shows and sporting events.

What you'll need to open this account

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To apply, you need to be 18+, a UK resident and an existing Ulster Bank current account customer. You also need to meet ONE of the following:

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Income

A minimum of £75k sole annual income or £100k joint income paid into your Ulster Bank current account.

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Savings or investments

Savings or investments

A minimum of £100k savings or investments held with us or another financial institution (proof of savings required).

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Features and Benefits

Worldwide Travel Insurance

You and your eligible family can enjoy automatic multi-trip cover for up to 31 days per trip including winter sports trips. If you or anyone covered by the policy has a medical condition, certain conditions apply to your cover. Travel insurance is underwritten by AWP P&C SA and administered by AWP Assistance UK Ltd trading as Allianz Assistance.

Mobile Phone Insurance

You and your family’s phones are automatically covered for loss, theft, accidental damage and breakdown (once your manufacturer’s or any other relevant warranty has expired), wherever you are in the world. The excess for each approved claim is £100. Underwritten by Aviva Insurance Limited.

15% cash-back on concerts, shows and sporting events

Enjoy cash-back on everything from top sporting events and music concerts to your favourite comedians, theatre and dance shows throughout the UK and Ireland. Cash-back applies to up to four tickets per event.

Worldwide airport lounge access

DragonPass Premier+ gives you unlimited access to over 1,100 lounges worldwide, plus you can enjoy discounts at airport restaurants, cafes and spas. Many lounges can now be pre-booked for just £5 per person per visit to avoid disappointment during busy travel times. You can also bring travel guests (£24 per person).

Overdraft details

How do overdrafts work?

It's important for you to understand how we use and share your information. Please read the short summary below before you continue with your application.

How much will an overdraft cost?

Understand the cost and impact of overdrafts and whether you're eligible to apply for one. If you don't repay what is owed, you could harm your credit score and borrowing capability.

Switch to Ulster Bank

Already have an Ulster Bank current account but also have an account with another bank? Switch that other account with the Current Account Switch Service.

Already a ufirst Private customer?

To get the most from your account and take advantage of your benefits, simply visit ufirst membership services.

Visit the ufirst membership website

Get ready to apply

Before you apply we need to check you're happy with a few things, and ask you a few questions up front. Then we can make your application as quick and simple as it can be.

First things first. You can apply if you’re:

  • Aged 18+ and a UK resident.
  • An existing Ulster Bank current account customer.

You also need to meet one of the following:

  • Earn a minimum £75,000 sole annual income or £100,000 joint income paid into your Ulster Bank account.
  • Have a minimum of £100k savings or investments held with us or another financial institution (proof of savings required).

You must pay your salary or other regular income into your ufirst Private account. If your ufirst Private account is closed, we’ll also close your Private Reserve Account(s) and transfer any balance(s) to a new Loyalty Saver Account (or equivalent).

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How your information might be used

It's important for you to understand how we use and share your information. Please read this short summary before you continue with your application.

Change your account today

Before we begin your application for a ufirst Private account, we need to do a few final checks with you. First things first. You can apply if you:

  • Are aged 18 or over and a UK resident.
  • Already have a Ulster Bank current account.
Do we already know you?
If you have a current account, credit card, loan or savings account with Ulster Bank please let us know.

Compare our current accounts

We're sorry but you must have an existing Ulster Bank current account to change to a ufirst Private.

Our Select account is available to new customers. If you still like the look of our ufirst Private account, you can come back and change it later.

Do you have our app on a mobile device?
You can apply using either the mobile app or Anytime Banking. The mobile app is easier and quicker as we can prefill some of your information.

Great, let's get started

Just a heads up, you'll need to take a few steps to start your application.  

  1. If you're already using a device with the Ulster Bank app, select the 'Start application' button below. Using a desktop? Simply scan the QR code with your mobile device that has the Ulster Bank app.
  2. Once logged in, select 'Current Accounts'.
  3. Then choose what type of account you would like to open, change or switch to, and follow the instructions within app to start your application.

Can't scan the QR code?

Do you have Ulster Bank Anytime Banking?

Log in to Anytime Banking

  1. Enter your customer number or 16-digit card number to get started.
  2. You'll then need to enter your Anytime Banking PIN and password.
  3. Once you're logged in, select 'Current accounts' from the product list.
  4. Finally, choose the account you want to apply for and complete your application.

Let’s get you signed up for Anytime Banking

You’ll need to sign up for Anytime Banking with us in order to change to a ufirst Private account. The good news is that it normally takes only 5 minutes and all you’ll need is your sort code, account number and your Ulster Bank Debit Card, if you have one.

Once you’ve registered, select ‘I am now signed up’ to log in and change to a ufirst Private account.

Log in to Anytime Banking

  1. Enter your customer number or 16-digit card number to get started.
  2. You'll then need to enter your Anytime Banking PIN and password.
  3. Once you're logged in, select 'Current accounts' from the product list.
  4. Finally, choose the account you want to apply for and complete your application.

Forgotten your Anytime Banking details?

If you've forgotten your log in details, don't worry, select 'Reset Anytime Banking details' for further instructions.

How to download and apply via the app

First, download the app, then:

  1. On your mobile or tablet, open the camera and point your device at the QR code.
  2. Follow the link that pops up to download the app.
  3. Use your details to log in, then select ‘Apply’ at the bottom of the app.

Can't scan the QR code?

Available on selected devices.