Switch to Ulster Bank
We're determined to prove that if you do choose Ulster Bank you have made the right choice. Our customers have asked us to make banking easy, act fairly and be local. We're listening to them and have reviewed our business. This review helped shape a series of Customer Commitments that will help us deliver the type of banking service our customers expect from us.
We have several current accounts available to meet your banking needs. To help choose the right current account for you expand the table below to view and compare our current accounts to find the one that best suits you.
| Current Account features | Current Account | ufirst Account | ufirstgold Account | Graduate Account | Standard Account |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| How old must I be? | 18 years | 18 years | 18 years | 18 years | 18 years |
| Can I open a joint account? | Yes | Yes | Yes | No | Yes |
| Are there any transaction fees for banking? | No | No | No | No | No |
| Is an overdraft available? (Depending on your circumstances) | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | No |
| Is there an interest free overdraft limit? (Depending on your circumstances) | No | Yes Up to €500 | Yes Up to €1,000 | Yes | No |
| Is there a cheque book? | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | No |
| Is there a lodgement book? | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | No |
| Can I get postal statements? | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Can I register for Anytime Internet and Telephone Banking? | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Does a monthly maintenance fee apply? | Yes | No | No | No | Yes |
Then there are three ways you can open an account with us:
Apply Online
You can apply online 24 hours a day, seven days a week by selecting an account from the list below.
To ensure our specialist switcher team help move your account to Ulster Bank
please ensure you select Yes to the following question:
"Are you transferring an existing account from another financial institution?"
Apply by Telephone
Simply let our dedicated Customer Support team know that you wish to use our Account Switching Service by calling them on:
1800 303 004
8:30am to 6pm Monday to Friday (excluding bank holidays)
9am to 2pm on Saturday
Apply at a Branch
You can apply at any of our 146 branches across the country.
Simply tell the Customer Adviser that you wish to use our Account Switching Service and please don't forget to bring some supporting documents with you.
Your new account will be up and running in 10 working days:
Once your account is opened, if you have requested it:
- We will send you your ATM card(s), and chequebooks.
- We will send you your lodgement books.
- We will send you an internet and telephone banking activation code.
- We will help you set up any new standing orders.
