Do you want to get a free online bank account? This is a guide to receiving an online bank account with Rewire, it will include an account number and sort code.
Opening an account with Rewire will give you a free online account and also allow you to make free online and offline transactions with a MasterCard Debit.
Before getting your account, ensure that you have already signed up for a Rewire account before you follow this guide. If you have an account, log into your account.
1. Complete your Account
Go to the "Account" tab and then click "Complete your account."
2. Identification
To verify your account we will need an identity document and selfie, choose your type of ID document.
This step is to verify your Identity.
You must have one of the following documents to upload and select:
- Passport (International)
- ID or Residence Card (EU or UK issued)
- Driving License (UK issued)
3. Upload ID/Take Photo of ID
Click the white button to upload a photo of your ID/Passport or to take a photo of it. Make sure all 4 corners are visable and the image isn't blurry.
4. Take a Selfie
Take a selfie, make sure your face is inside the white oval shape and click the white circle button. Then check your selfie after.
4. Fill in your Address
Fill in your address including street, house/building number, apartment number, post code, city, date of birth then click "continue"
5. Bank Account is being processed
You may need to wait up to 1 business day for your online bank account to be processed once that is done you will be able to activate your virtual card.
6. Your Bank Account is Ready
You will now see your Account number and sort code under your balance. You need to load money so you can start sending money sending money home or get a free Debit card and use it.
