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Current Accounts


Switch your current account
banking to First Trust Bank







Special offer until 31 July 2013. Switch
your banking to our Plus Account and
we will give you £100!

Terms and conditons apply.
Click here for more information about our offer


We believe our customers are at the heart of our business. Every day our committed, experienced staff build on their wealth of local knowledge by listening to your financial requirements.

When it comes to our customers we know 'one size never fits all' - we take a flexible approach knowing your personal financial needs can and will change over time.

When you become a customer:

  • you will have access to a wealth of local knowledge at one of our branches.
  • we have specialist advisers ready to give you practical advice that can help you make the most of your money.
  • we can help you choose the products and services that match your lifestyle and needs.
  • you can access your accounts through our Online Banking without leaving home.

Switching your current account to us is simple!

  • Remember, we do all the hard work for you, so you don't have to.
  • We will help you choose a current account.
  • We'll contact your existing bank on your behalf.
  • We'll transfer your payments, standing orders and direct debits - and give you a three month fee and interest-free overdraft, just to make sure there are no hiccups from other organisations.
  • We will make sure your switch goes as smoothly as possible.

What next?

  • Call into any branch - you don't need to make an appointment. However, if you would like to make an appointment in advance, ring 0845 6005 925.

  • We need to hold proof of your identity and your address. Most commonly, people provide passport, driving licence and recent utilities bills. For further information on alternatives, please contact your local branch.

Get a head start on your application

You can download and complete your current account application form and account switching form and bring them with you, or our staff can do this with you.

- Current account application form

- Switching form application

While opening your account, our staff can set up your online banking access for you.

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First Trust Bank is a trademark of AIB Group (UK) p.l.c. (a wholly owned subsidiary of Allied Irish Banks, p.l.c.), incorporated in Northern Ireland. Registered Office, 4 Queen's Square, Belfast, BT1 3DJ. Registered Number, NI 18800. Authorised by the Prudential Regulation Authority and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority and the Prudential Regulation Authority. First Trust Bank is covered by the Financial Services Compensation Scheme, established under the Financial Services and Markets Act 2000.


First Trust Bank subscribes to the Lending Code and is covered by the Financial Ombudsman Service. Details of the Lending Code are available on request from any First Trust Bank branch or from the Lending Standards Board.


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