The UBL UK Online Easy Access Account allows you to earn interest on your savings whilst having instant access to your money as and when you need it.

Depositors can make unlimited withdrawals (subject to the daily Online Banking withdrawal limit of £10,000) and unlimited deposits up to the maximum interest-earning balance.

The minimum interest earning balance requirement is £500 and the maximum interest earning balance is £200,000.

The Account is available as a sole or Joint Account. 

Good for

  • Regular, everyday savings when you may need to add or withdraw funds.
  • Managing your savings through Online or Mobile Banking.

Not good if

  • You wish to visit the branch counters to withdraw money from your account.

 

 

Please read the summary below before applying

  • What is the interest rate?

    It is a variable rate, with the rate as at 11.07.2023 shown below:

    Online Easy Access Account
    4.18% AER/Gross p.a

    Interest is calculated daily and paid annually into your Online Easy Access Account.

  • Can UBL UK change the interest rate?

    Yes.

    As this Account pays a variable rate of interest, the rate can change over time. For example we might review the interest rate if the Bank of England base rate changes. We’ll always let you know of any planned changes to the rate.

     

  • What would the estimated balance be at the end of 12 months based on a £1,000 deposit?

    Based on a deposit of £1,000 at the annual Gross rate advertised, it would generate an estimated;

    Deposit Amount

    Interest Rate (AER)

    Balance After 12 Months

    £1,000.00

    4.18%

    £1041.80

     

    Assumptions taken for the above calculations;

    • No change in the amount (no deposits, no withdrawals)
    • No change to the variable interest rate
    • Interest paid annually

    This estimate is for illustrative purposes only and do not take into account individual circumstances.

     

  • How do I open and manage my account

    Eligibility:

    You must:

    • Be aged 18 or over and resident in the UK.
    • Be a resident in the UK for tax purposes.
    • Hold another bank account with a bank or financial institution in the UK in your own name.

    How to open the Account:

    You can open an Easy Online Access Account through the Branch or via postal application.

    • Branch: Visit our branch Monday to Friday between 9:30am and 4:00pm, excluding Bank Holidays and our staff will be happy to help. You will need to complete the Application Form and provide either:

    - Original documents of your valid photo ID and proof of address dated within the last 3 months or;

    - Certified copies of your valid Photo ID and Proof of Address dated within the last 3 months.

    • Post: Complete and return the Application Form, along with certified copies of your valid Photo ID and Proof of Address dated within the last 3 months to: FREEPOST: RUEE-STYR-XYKE, UBL UK, 2 Brook Street, London W1S 1BQ.

    Please make sure that read and understand the below documentation before you apply:

    Personal Banking Terms and Conditions

    How we protect your deposits

    Interest Rate Sheet

    Personal Banking Schedule of Charges

     

    How to manage the account:

    • Online and Mobile Banking: UBL UK offers Online and Mobile Banking, which allows you to view your account balance, view your account statements, deposit or withdraw up to £10,000 per day and contact the Bank via secure message.

    You can register for Online Banking by visiting digitalbanking.ubluk.com and clicking ‘register’. Your username will be your registered email address. 

    You can also register for Mobile Banking by downloading our Mobile Banking App. Search 'UBL UK Mobile Banking' in your app store and follow the registration instructions.

    • Branch: Visit our London branch, Monday to Friday between 9:30am and 4:00pm (Excluding Bank Holidays) and our staff will be happy to help with you queries.

    Please note that you will not be able visit the Branch to withdraw money from your Online Easy Access Account.

    • Post:  You can send us a letter with your queries to: FREEPOST: RUEE-STYR-XYKE, UBL UK, 2 Brook Street, London W1S 1BQ.

    Please note that you will not be able to provide written instructions to withdraw money from your Online Easy Access Account.

     

     

  • Can I withdraw money?

    Yes.

    You may make an unlimited number of withdrawals subject to the daily Online Banking withdrawal limit of £10,000.

  • Additional Information

    Interest will be paid using the Gross Rate and tax will not be deducted where your interest is exempt.

    Gross Rate means we won’t deduct tax from the interest we pay on money in your Account. It is your responsibility to pay any tax you may owe to HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) or the relevant Tax Authority.

    AER stands for Annual Equivalent Rate and illustrates what the interest rate would be if interest was paid and compounded once each year. As every advertisement for a savings product which quotes an interest rate will include an AER, it makes it easier for you to compare what return you can expect from your savings over time.

  • Can an Online Easy Access Account be held in joint names?

    UBL UK Online Easy Access Accounts can be help in a single name or in joint names.

  • Is there minimum and maximum interest earning balance on Online Easy Access Accounts?

    • The minimum interest earning balance is £500.
    • The maximum interest earning balance is £200,000.

How to apply

By post

By post

Postal applications can take up to 15 days to be processed.

FREEPOST:

RUEE-STYR-XYKE,

UBL UK, 2 Brook Street,

London W1S 1BQ

In branch

In branch

Pop into our London branch and our staff will be happy to help. In busier periods when staff may not be immediately available, we’ll be happy to book an appointment for a later date.