Can I open a bank account for my 14 year old without her being with me?

[Foxglovesandsweetpeas]

Hoping someone will know. With my daughter's school and weekend commitments it's hard to get into a bank with her so I wondered if I could pop in with her passport etc and open an account on her behalf and deposit some money in it for her? Thanks.

[Ifartrainbowsandglitter]

If the account is in her name no. They need to verify her id.

[Foxglovesandsweetpeas]

Ah ok thanks - will have to try and find some time on Saturday to bring her into town.

[EdithWeston]

In many banks you need to make a timed appointment for opening an account, especially at busy times like weekends. Might be worth checking.

[CMOTDibbler]

Dh banks with Santander, and was able to open a current account for DS completely online which was really convenient.

[Foxglovesandsweetpeas]

Great thanks everyone :)

[Jasminedes]

It was quite a long winded interview with Halifax, but in retrospect, it is a good piece of financial education, having terms and conditions, online banking security, how to use a cashpoint and automated paying in, all explained and shown, and an opportunity to ask questions.

[Foxglovesandsweetpeas]

Thank you - all really helpful advice.