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Our Select account

Open our everyday bank account

Why choose our basic bank account?

This bank account is free of a monthly fee.

Manage your account whenever and wherever you need to with our easy-to-use mobile banking app.

Pay however you like with Apple Pay, Google Pay™ or Contactless Debit Card. Limits apply.

Arranged overdrafts are available too. Subject to eligibility. For more information, see our Overdraft details section below. 

A simple bank account that gives you more

Our basic bank account is free from a monthly fee and can be opened online. The Select account, and all of our bank accounts, come with some little extras which can help you save, budget and take stock of your finances.

Mobile banking screen showing budgeting activity

Budget better, spend less

Spending will put your transactions in to categories, giving you a detailed view of where your money is going.

Available to customers aged 16+ who hold a Personal or Premier current account.

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Mobile banking screen for viewing Credit Score

Know your score

With our mobile app you can keep up to date with your credit score for free.

Available to customers aged 16+ who hold a Personal or Premier current account.

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Mobile banking screen for Open Banking

View your accounts with other banks

View balances and transactions on selected accounts with participating UK banks. All your money on one screen.

You need to be registered for online banking with your other banks.

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Overdraft details

How do overdrafts work?

An arranged overdraft can be useful for short term borrowing. Understand arranged and unarranged overdrafts and their impact on your account. An overdraft is a form of borrowing and is repayable on demand.

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.

How to open a bank account online

Apply online

During the application we'll ask for information about you such as your address, job etc. So have these ready.

Provide your ID

You'll need to provide proof of your ID and address. You might be able to do this online, look out for an email from us.

Check your details

We'll check we have everything we need to open your account. Look out for your new debit card in the post.

Your account is open

Start using your new account. Log in to Digital banking and download our mobile app to bank on the go.

Switch to Royal Bank

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 Switch Service work?

Everyday current account – Frequently asked questions

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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:

  • are aged 18 or over and a UK resident

Now please take a look at the important legal info

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.

As part of the checks that we will complete to verify your identity, we’ll take an image of your face so that it can be compared with your photo ID and this  is captured.

 

All okay? Apply for a bank account online today.

To speed up your application for our Select account, we need to do a few final checks with you. They'll only take a minute.

Ways to take control of your money

Get a financial health check

Review your finances with our free financial health check. Fill in a few details and get useful hints and tips.

Learn how to manage your money

It can be tricky to know where to begin when it comes to saving money. But our quick guide can help point you in the right direction.

Get better at budgeting

Setting yourself budgets is a brilliant way to get your spending under control. In a few simple steps you could be saving money in no time.