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Ulster Bank Current Accounts

Joint bank accounts

Ulster Bank Current Accounts

To add a joint party to an account, you must both be +18 and a UK resident. Specific account criteria and eligibility apply.

Joint account cards

What is a joint bank account?

In most ways, a joint bank account is the same as having your own, except two people have control over the account. It's great for couples, trusted friends or family members, who want to share part of their banking.

Both people can pay in, make payments from the account.  Both parties are also responsible for any arranged overdraft (subject to approval).

It'll give you a Contactless Debit Card each. You'll also be able to manage your joint bank account together using our Mobile Banking app, or via Anytime Banking.

What current accounts can I open or make joint?

To make an account joint you will be required to open one or have one of the following accounts in your sole name and then request to add someone

Select - our basic everyday banking account with the features you'd expect from a standard account, and no fee. 

ufirstgold - available to existing current account holders, this account offers worldwide travel insurance, mobile phone insurance and 15% cash-back on concerts, shows and sporting events for a £10 monthly fee.

Premier bank accounts - Private Current Account and ufirst Private. These accounts provide benefits for higher net worth customers to help you get the most from your finances.

Specific account eligibility criteria apply.

Student and Adapt accounts can only be in one person's name, so we can't make them joint accounts.

Setting up a joint bank account online

When setting up a joint account with us, you'll need to either add the new person to an existing current account you have OR create a new account.

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?

Frequently asked questions

Get ready to apply

We need to do a few final checks with you. They'll only take a minute.

  • If you’re adding someone to your account, they’ll need to be aged 18+ and a UK resident.
  • If you’re removing someone from an account, you’ll need to make sure you have their permission.

We currently can’t add a new person to bank accounts that use “Travel account”.

What would you like to do today?

Important information

Adding an account holder to your account will mean your account will now function as a 'joint account'.

You can't use this online form to add a person to your:

  • Savings account, Student or Adapt current account.

Both account holders will have equal ownership of any funds or overdrafts held in the joint account. It's important you consider this when adding someone to your account, as you won't be able to remove them in future without their consent.

Do you have our app on a mobile device?
Let us know if you have our mobile app on the device you're using right now.

Ready to make your account joint?

You can apply quickly and securely through the Ulster Bank mobile app.

When you're ready, just tap ‘Start application’ and follow these steps:

  1. Log in to the app and select the account you’d like to make joint.
  2. Scroll down and tap ‘Account settings’.
  3. Choose ‘Add a person’ to begin your application.

You'll need our app to continue

To add someone to your account, you’ll need to use our mobile app.

It won’t take long to download and get set up.

You just need:

  • Your Anytime Banking PIN and password.
  • Your mobile phone to get your one-time passcode.

Ready to make your account joint?

Scan the QR Code:

  1. Open the camera app on the device where you have the Ulster Bank mobile app installed.
  2. Point the camera at the QR code on screen and tap the banner that appears to open the Ulster Bank app.
  3. Log in to the app, then select the account you’d like to make joint.
  4. Scroll down and tap ‘Account settings’.
  5. Select ‘Add a person’ to start your application.

You're all set

What you’ll need:

  • You will need to have access to our mobile app.
  • The person you're removing will also need to have access to our mobile app to complete the request. 

To start your request click 'Continue' and choose the option to 'Remove an account holder'.