Can I open a bank account for my 15 year old online?
Emma Miller
Updated on February 13, 2026
Those aged between 13 and 15 can apply online, then visit a branch with a parent or guardian to provide the necessary identification. For 16 to 17-year-olds, the account can be opened online before visiting a branch to provide identification.
Can a 14 year old have a bank account with a debit card?
Minors aged 14 and under will require a parent or guardian to be present. Minors aged 15-17 can open the account on their own without a parent or guardian present. If your child is between 14-18 they’ll have the option of a NAB Visa Debit card with their NAB Classic Banking account.
Can a 15 year old have a bank account?
Since minors generally can’t open bank accounts by themselves, you’ll typically need to be a joint owner of the account, which may actually be a good thing. For instance, there are joint teen checking accounts that allow you to receive alerts every time your child makes a transaction.
Is there a minimum age for online banking?
Yes there is an age limit to sign up for Online Banking – you need to be aged 11 or over.
How do I get a bank card at 15?
If your parent or guardian doesn’t bank with us You can only open an account in branch. You’ll need to bring in your ID (passport, national identity card or birth certificate) and your parent or guardian will need their ID and proof of address, such as a UK bank statement or utility bill.
Do you have to have Internet to check your bank balance?
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Can you check your bank account balance by text?
If your bank offers it, receiving your bank account balance through text messages is fast and you don’t even have to log in. Some banks also allow you to check your recent transactions, transfer money between accounts, and set up low balance alerts. How do I check my balance via text?
Which is the best way to check bank balance?
This facility is introduced by NPCI to provide the facility to common people to have an easy access to their bank account. Below given are the steps to check bank balance using USSD *99#: Dial *99# from your mobile. Select the option of bank balance from the list which will be opened on your screen (which is most probably 3 for all users).
Where can I find my bank account number?
You can find the phone number for your bank by looking it up online on the bank’s website, calling the number on the back of your debit/credit card, or the number on your paper statement. In order to receive your account balance on the phone, you will have to verify your identity with: