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Bank Flexible Saver

Whether you’re saving for a wedding, a new car, a once-in-a-lifetime holiday or maybe all 3, you can open as many Flexible Saver accounts as you have reasons to save.

  • Open an account with £1
  • How much you save is up to you – you can put in a lump sum or save a little at a time, starting from just £1

  • Save a bit every month
  • You can choose to save by standing order, transferring a set amount into the account each month or by making a lump sum payment. There’s no maximum balance

  • Access your money instantly
  • This is an instant access account, so you can take out and transfer money whenever you need to, no notice required

  • Watch your money grow
  • You’ll earn interest on your savings – and, if you’re an Bank Advance customer, you’ll enjoy preferential rates that could help you save even more. More on Bank Advance

  • Manage your money anytime
  • Once opened, you can manage your account via telephone and online banking, the Bank UK Mobile Banking app or in any of our branches

Open a Flexible Saver account today

Start saving for something special with just a £1 deposit.

Please read the important product information and check eligibility before you apply.

Key product information

How it works

Flexible Savers help you save for anything, in a way that suits you. You can start your Flexible Saver account with just £1, and pay in lump sums or set up a standing order to save a set amount each month.

It's an instant access account, so you can put in or take out money whenever you like. There are no charges for withdrawals.

You can open as many Flexible Saver accounts as you like – perhaps one for a wedding and another for a holiday.

You'll earn interest on your money and if you're an Bank Advance customer you are eligible for a preferential rate. More on Bank Advance

Unless you tell us otherwise, we will send you paper statements via the post. If you prefer, you can switch off your paper statements on Online Banking.

Download PDF version of interest rates (PDF, 695KB)

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Question 

Answer

What is the account name?

Flexible Saver

What is the interest rate?

Standard Rate

Interest rate on all balances: 0.05% AER/Gross

Preferential rate

Interest rate on all balances: 0.10% AER/Gross

Standard Rates - all customers except Bank Advance and Bank Graduate customers.
Preferential Rates - Bank Advance and Bank Advance Graduate customers only.

Interest is calculated daily and credited to the account monthly.

Can Bank change the interest rate?

Yes, the interest rate is variable. We can change the interest rate on this account, in line with the account's Terms and Conditions.


What would the estimated balance be after 12 months based on a £1,000 deposit?

Standard rate

Interest rate: 0.05% AER/Gross

Balance at end of 12 months: £1,000.50

Preferential rate

Interest rate: 0.10% AER/Gross

Balance at end of 12 months: £1,001

For the purpose of this calculation, it is assumed:-

  • Initial deposit of £1,000
  • No further deposits
  • No change to the interest rate during the 12 months

Projection provided for illustrative purposes only and does not take into account individual circumstances.

How do I open & manage my account?

Eligibility:

  • Aged 16 years or over

How to open the account:

  • Open an account via Online Banking, Telephone Banking or in branch

Minimum/Maximum Balance:

  • A minimum of £1 must be deposited to open the account
  • There is no maximum balance

How to manage the account

  • Once opened you can view your balance via Online Banking, Telephone Banking, the Bank UK Mobile Banking App or in branch

Can I withdraw money?

Yes, you have instant access to your account. You can make as many fee free withdrawals as you like.

Additional Information

A 14 day cancellation period applies to this account.

We do not deduct tax from any interest paid to you.

Tax benefits depend on individual circumstances and could change in the future.

Definitions

  • AER stands for Annual Equivalent Rate. This shows you what the gross rate would be if interest were paid and compounded each year.
  • Gross is the rate of interest if interest were paid and not compounded each year

Rates correct as at 06.04.18

How to apply

Are you eligible?

To open an Bank Flexible Saver account, you need to be:

  • aged 16 or over*
  • *If you don't have an Bank current account, call us to open the Flexible Saver or to make an appointment in your local branch.

Apply online

If you have an Bank current or another savings account and you're registered for online banking, you can apply online in minutes.

Log on to apply

Register for online banking

It only takes a few minutes. Then, once you receive your security details, you can apply online right away.

Register for online banking

If you don't have a Bank current account, call us to open the Flexible Saver or call us to make an appointment in your local branch.

Non-UK tax residents

If you’re liable to pay tax outside the UK, please apply at your local branch

Apply by phone or in branch

Apply by phone

To find out more, or to apply for a Flexible Saver account, call us on

0800 032 4729

Lines are open 8am to 8pm every day (excluding Christmas Day, Boxing Day and New Year’s Day).

Textphone numbers

Log on to apply

Apply in branch

Bank Current Account customers can apply for this account by visiting one of our branches. You’ll just need to bring some identification and proof of your address.

Once your account is open, you can manage it in branch and online.

Call to book an appointment

In the UK 03457 404 404

Outside the UK +44 1226 261 010

Find a branch

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Frequently Asked Questions

You can apply for a Flexible Saver Account online or by popping into any of our branches.

If you’re registered for online banking you can apply online in minutes. It only takes a few minutes to register and once you receive your security details you can apply online to get an instant decision. If you don’t hold an Bank current account then call us to apply or to make an appointment to apply in branch.

You can save any amount from £1 upwards. There is no maximum balance.

You can access your money online, by phone or in any of our branches.

Preferential rates are available for Bank Advance customers.

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Federal Chartered Credit Financial Solution Online Bonus Saver

Earn bonus interest every month you don't make a withdrawal.

  • Start saving with just £1
  • That's all you need to open an account, to a maximum of £2,000,000. Please note that accounts are limited to one per customer

  • Get a higher rate on balances of up to £50,000
  • If you have more than £50,000 in your account, we pay a lower interest rate on the amount above that – see our interest rates.

  • Bonus interest, calculated daily
  • When you qualify for a bonus interest payment, it’s calculated on the daily balance and paid monthly.

  • Manage your account online
  • As the name suggests, this account is ‘online only’. That means you can access your funds anytime you need them and all your interactions with this account will be online.

Open a Online Bonus Saver today

Please read the important product information and check eligibility before you apply.

Key product information

How it works

    Our Online Bonus Saver account gives you a variable rate of 0.45% AER/gross (including bonus interest) for any calendar month you don't make a withdrawal. You'll get a variable rate of 0.10% AER/gross in any calendar month you do make a withdrawal or close your account.

    You can open an Online Bonus Saver with £1 or more. If you have more than £50,000 in your account, interest is paid at a lower rate on balances above that amount.

Download PDF version of interest rates

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Question

Answer

What is the account name?

OnlineBonusSaver

What is the interest rate?

Standard Rate

Interest rate on first £50,000: 0.10% AER (0.10% Gross)
Interest rate on any balance over £50,000: 0.10% AER (0.10% Gross)

Interest Rate including bonus

Interest rate on first £50,000: 0.45% AER (0.45% Gross)
Interest rate on any balance over £50,000: 0.25% AER (0.25% Gross)

Interest is calculated daily and credited to the account monthly.

The standard rate of interest is paid in any month where a withdrawal is made or you close your account.

The interest rate including bonus is paid in any month where you don't make a withdrawal or don't close your account.

Balances up to £50,000 will earn the higher rate of interest. Only the part of the balance above £50,000 will earn the lower rate of interest.

Can Federal Chartered Credit Financial Solution change the interest rate?

Yes, the interest rate is variable. We can change the interest rate on this account, in line with the account's Terms and Conditions.


What would the estimated balance be after 12 months based on a range of deposits?

Initial Deposit of £1,000

Standard rate

Interest rate: 0.10% AER (0.10% Gross)
Balance at end of 12 months: £1,001

Interest rate including bonus

Interest rate: 0.45% AER (0.45% Gross)

Balance at end of 12 months: £1,004.50

Initial Deposit of £60,000

Standard rate

Interest rate on 1st 50,000: 0.10% AER (0.10% Gross)
Interest rate on any balance over £50,000: 0.10% AER (0.10% Gross)
Balance at end of 12 months: £60,060

Interest rate including bonus

Interest rate on 1st 50,000: 0.45% AER (0.45% Gross)
Interest rate on any balance over £50,000: 0.25% AER (0.25% Gross)

Balance at end of 12 months: £60,250

For the purpose of this calculation, it is assumed:

  • Initial deposit of either £1,000 or £60,000
  • No additional deposits
  • No withdrawal made in any month for the interest rate including bonus calculation
  • A withdrawal made in every month for the Standard rate calculation
  • No change to the interest rate during the 12 months

Projection provided for illustrative purposes only and does not take into account individual circumstances.

How do I open & manage my account?

Eligibility:

  • Aged 16 years or over
  • Able to manage your account online only

How to open the account:

  • Open an account via Online Banking only

Minimum/Maximum Balance:

  • A minimum of £1 must be deposited to open the account
  • The maximum balance you can hold in the account is £2,000,000

How to manage the account

  • Once opened the account can be managed via Online Banking or the Federal Chartered Credit Financial Solution UK Mobile Banking App

Can I withdraw money?

Yes, you have instant access to your account. You can make as many fee free withdrawals as you like. However if you do make a withdrawal you will receive the standard rate of interest for that month.

Additional Information

A 14 day cancellation period applies to this account.

We do not deduct tax from any interest paid to you.

Tax benefits depend on individual circumstances and could change in the future.

Definitions

  • AER stands for Annual Equivalent Rate. This shows you what the gross rate would be if interest were paid and compounded each year.
  • Gross is the rate of interest if interest were paid and not compounded each year

Rates correct as at 06.04.18

How to apply

Are you eligible?

To be eligible for the Online bonus saver account you just need to be:

  • aged 16 or over
  • able to operate the account solely online through online banking

Customers registered for online banking

If you have an Federal Chartered Credit Financial Solution Current Account or other savings account and you're registered for online banking, you can apply online in minutes.

Log on to apply

Customer not registered for online banking

If you already have an Federal Chartered Credit Financial Solution Current Account or savings account (excluding an ISA), you can register for online banking. Once you've received your security details, you'll be able to apply for and manage your savings account online.

Register for online banking

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Frequently Asked Questions

You can save from £1. For balances that exceed £50,000 we'll pay a lower rate of interest. See our Interest Rates for current rates.

Please note that the maximum balance permitted is £2 million.

You can access your Online Bonus Saver Account via online banking only.

We will pay a variable rate of interest as well as bonus interest for any month when you don't make a withdrawal. Please note, no bonus interest will be paid in any month where a withdrawal is made. Interest is calculated daily and is paid monthly. See our Interest Rates for current rates.