Also in this section Choosing The Right Bank Choosing The Right Bank Account Different Types of Bank Account Different Ways of Banking Bank Accounts Checklist

When you have chosen which Bank is best for you, visit the Bank again and talk to the customer adviser.



Tell the customer adviser what type of Bank Account you want.




Ask the person what the rules are for the Bank Account.

If you feel confident about doing your banking on the telephone, ask the customer adviser if you can do this. You can also ask if their telephone banking uses a machine or lets you speak to a real person.

If you prefer to use machines, internet banking might be good for you.

If you don’t like either of these, you may just need a Bank near you that you can go into.

You may also be offered other things with your Bank Account. Some of these things may cost money.


Take all the information home and talk to your advocate or your family so that you know what it all means.



If you are happy with all the information then you will be ready to open a Bank Account.