The Current Account Switch Service makes switching your current account simple, reliable and stress-free. You could even switch with an overdraft, just speak to your new bank first.

To start your switch, ask your new bank or building society to move your old account using the Current Account Switch Service. If you have agreed an overdraft facility with your new provider, then you may transfer any existing overdraft to the new account.*

If you have encountered a problem while switching your current account or have a question about the process, we answer common questions about the service and guarantee.

Over 40 UK banks and building societies are signed-up to the Current Account Switch Service, check if yours is one of those taking part.

The Current Account Switch Service covers 99% of UK current accounts. The process is the same everywhere so you can feel confident when you switch, no matter which participating bank or building society you choose.

The Current Account Switch Service is free to use and open to anyone with a UK bank account. That includes joint account holders, businesses and people with overdrafts. Just check the list of participating banks and building societies here to make sure you can switch.

To start your switch, ask your new bank or building society to move your old account using the Current Account Switch Service. If you have agreed an overdraft facility with your new provider, then you may transfer any existing overdraft to the new account.*

• If there are any issues in making the switch, we will contact you before your switch date. • If anything goes wrong with the switch, as soon as we are told, we will refund any interest (paid or lost) and charges made on either your old or new current accounts as a result of this failure.

Contact methods for the Current Account Switch service, including when you should contact your new bank or building society.

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