UK Banks to avoid for mismatch names?

[MickeyAvalon]

I'm planning to open two bank accounts in the week. Please can you stealthers tell me what banks to avoid and what banks really work well?

It's extremely appreciated and thanks in advance.

[Arkham_Joker]

Ive always stuck with Halifax and Santander ( can open online without ever going into the branch )

[RosieTosie]

Co-op, Barclays, are good as well, have both working perfectly.

[Hotspur999]

RBS and Natwest are great too

[Callidus]

Ulster bank is a nice one which most people don't think of.

[Door_]

which ones we should avoid?

[wired]

Originally Posted by Callidus

Ulster bank is a nice one which most people don't think of.

Sort of Irish though. Probably run off with your money quicker than PayPal

[Callidus]

Never had a problem my end with them, in fact great experience.

[wired]

Originally Posted by Callidus

Never had a problem my end with them, in fact great experience.

With the Irish? You've been luccky

[Hotspur999]

Originally Posted by Door_

which ones we should avoid?

Lloyds is a big no no!

[MickeyAvalon]

Thanks for the heads up on Lloyds! Yeah guys, glad to know everyone is having success with their banks. I just signed up to HSBC and have been given my bank account number and sort code on Friday! Good things ahead I hope.

[arktech]

Originally Posted by Callidus

Never had a problem my end with them, in fact great experience.

do you have to visit a branch in ulster to open one ?

[Callidus]

No, just choose a branch from the list as your 'local branch' and when they ask for proof of address enter your passport number online to verify you.

[jjscruff]

sainsburys bank is the way to go. Give you sort and account number within minutes of your online application