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Sounds like English banking has not changed much from 20 years ago, when I needed to spend 3 months in the UK, had to have a uk bank account to rent a flat, but
by masklinn 3y ago
Sounds like English banking has not changed much from 20 years ago, when I needed to spend 3 months in the UK, had to have a uk bank account to rent a flat, but needed an English residence to open a bank account.
- mnahkies 3y agoIn terms of personal banking it's definitely gotten easier for new comers with the likes of Monzo and Revolut - I had no problem opening account on arrival. From what I've heard the high street banks have improved a bit in this regard too, probably in response to the challenger banks taking market share. Finding a place to rent on the other hand is still difficult, particularly without a history of renting in the UK
- noelwelsh 3y agoConsumer banking has radically changed. I can't comment on needing a residence to open a bank account to get a residence, because although I ran into the same issue when I first came here it's been a long time since that was a problem for me. In other aspect personal banking is much much easier. Many banks allow you to open accounts online, for example.
- googamooga 3y agoYeah, and to prove your English residence you have to provide a paper bill from a utility company (water or electricity) with your name and address on it. Which adds another 3 month as those utility bills are on a quarterly basis. Crazy stuff...
- kranke155 3y agoThat’s definitely changed. I had little issues with this in 2015 using a letter of proof of employment.
- hawk_ 3y agoI can confirm that it was the same at least ~6 years ago when I went through the same.
- quickthrower2 3y agoAnd if it is a high demand area you need to look more spanky than all the other applicants: great jobs, rental references, no kids/pets, older couple prefered of sharers. In London you also need to make an offer on the spot.