Account features for all ages

Extra account features for 16-17 year olds

Save the Change®

Save the Change® automatically rounds up your transactions to the nearest pound and transfers the difference to a nominated savings account.

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Money Manager

Set up spending goals and keep a close eye on where your money is going with our smart Money Manager. 

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Includes all features of the Under 19s Account

Explore your options

This account is only for 11 – 17 year olds. If you’re older than that or want to apply for an arranged overdraft, you should consider learning about our Classic Account or Student Account if you’re in full-time education. 

Smart Start

A banking and savings account for 11-15 year olds with no monthly fees or charges.

Smart Start

Let’s look at the details

  • These interest rates are correct as of 23/08/2021. Interest rates are variable, and any interest you accrue will be paid quarterly.

    For accounts opened before 23 August 2021
     

    Interest rates

    Your balance

    AER %Annual Equivalent RateThe Annual Equivalent Rate illustrates what the interest rate would be if interest was paid and compounded each year. The AER allows you to compare different offers easily.

    Gross %CloseGross rateGross rate means that we will not deduct tax automatically from your interest. You are responsible for paying any tax due to HM Revenue and Customs.

    Your balance

    £0.01-£2,499.99

    AER %Annual Equivalent RateThe Annual Equivalent Rate illustrates what the interest rate would be if interest was paid and compounded each year. The AER allows you to compare different offers easily.

    0.50

    Gross %CloseGross rateGross rate means that we will not deduct tax automatically from your interest. You are responsible for paying any tax due to HM Revenue and Customs.

    0.50

    Your balance

    £2,500+

    AER %Annual Equivalent RateThe Annual Equivalent Rate illustrates what the interest rate would be if interest was paid and compounded each year. The AER allows you to compare different offers easily.

    0.00

    Gross %CloseGross rateGross rate means that we will not deduct tax automatically from your interest. You are responsible for paying any tax due to HM Revenue and Customs.

    0.00

    We do not pay interest on amounts of £2,500 or more.

     

    For accounts opened on or after 23 August 2021
     

    Interest rates

    Your balance

    AER %Annual Equivalent RateThe Annual Equivalent Rate illustrates what the interest rate would be if interest was paid and compounded each year. The AER allows you to compare different offers easily.

    Gross %CloseGross rateGross rate means that we will not deduct tax automatically from your interest. You are responsible for paying any tax due to HM Revenue and Customs.

    Your balance

    £0.01-£999.99

    AER %Annual Equivalent RateThe Annual Equivalent Rate illustrates what the interest rate would be if interest was paid and compounded each year. The AER allows you to compare different offers easily.

    0.50

    Gross %CloseGross rateGross rate means that we will not deduct tax automatically from your interest. You are responsible for paying any tax due to HM Revenue and Customs.

    0.50

    Your balance

    £1,000+

    AER %Annual Equivalent RateThe Annual Equivalent Rate illustrates what the interest rate would be if interest was paid and compounded each year. The AER allows you to compare different offers easily.

    0.00

    Gross %CloseGross rateGross rate means that we will not deduct tax automatically from your interest. You are responsible for paying any tax due to HM Revenue and Customs.

    0.00

    We do not pay interest on amounts of £1,000 or more.

    Please note interest paid before 6th April 2016 will have been paid net (unless you registered the account with us to receive gross interest).  Net is the rate of interest payable after allowing for the deduction of income tax at the rate specified by law (currently 20%).

    From 6th April 2016 interest is paid Gross, meaning we will not deduct tax on your behalf. Dependant on your personal circumstances, tax may be due on your interest and it is your responsibility to disclose and pay any tax due directly to HMRC.

  • As this account is just for 11 - 17 year olds, we'll automatically move you to a Classic Account once you turn 18.

 

Ready to apply for an Under 19s Account?

Let's get you started.

Select the age of the child or teenager below to see the application process.

    • Mobile Banking app. Scan the QR code with a parent or guardian to get started and then pop into any branch to complete the application.
    • Online application can be started for 13-14 year olds. Fill in a simple form online with a parent or guardian and then pop into any branch to complete the application.
    • In a branch. A parent or guardian will need to accompany you and you’ll need to bring proof of identity (e.g. a passport or birth certificate) and proof of your parent or guardian’s identity and address (e.g. a utility bill from the last 6 months).

      Book an appointment at your local branch or by calling us.
    • Mobile Banking app. Scan the QR code to get started  and provide proof of your identity with a passport or Biometric Residence Permit card.
    • Online applications can be completed for 15-17 year olds. Fill in a simple form online and provide proof of your identity with a passport, UK driving license or Biometric Residence Permit card.
    • In a branch. Bring your mobile phone, or device and a member of staff will help you complete your application. You’ll also need to bring proof of identity (e.g. a passport or birth certificate) and proof of your parent or guardian's identity and address (e.g. a utility bill from the last 6 month).
  • In a branch. A parent or guardian will need to accompany you and you’ll need to bring proof of identity (e.g. a passport or birth certificate) and proof of your parent or guardian’s identity and address (e.g. a utility bill from the last 6 months).

    We may not be able to see you straight away, so please book an appointment at your local branch or by calling us.
  • Online applications cannot be completed for 11-12 year olds.

Find your local branch to open an Under 19s Account

You must be between 11 and 17 years old to apply.

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Want to open a children's current account online instead?

Alternatively, we also offer Smart Start for 11-15 year olds.

Lloyds Banking Academy

Help your kids get clued up on money matters with our smart Banking Academy.

Protecting your money

The Financial Services Compensation Scheme (FSCS) protects up to £85,000 of the eligible money you hold with us.

More about the FSCS



Protecting your money

The Financial Services Compensation Scheme (FSCS) protects up to £85,000 of the eligible money you hold with us.

More about the FSCS

We may monitor or record telephone calls to check out your instructions correctly and to help us improve the quality of our service. Calls from abroad are charged according to the telephone service provider’s published tariff. Not all Telephone Banking services are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Please speak to an adviser for more information.

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