The best bank switching offers

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last updated 30 May 2025

If you’re not happy with your current account, a good way to move your money—and get ‘free’ cash in the process—is by seeking out the best bank switching offers.

The latest data from the Current Account Switch Service (CASS) shows that more than one million bank account switches took place between 1 April 2024 and 31 March 2025.

The biggest winner was Nationwide, with the highest gains of 51,254 switches. Lloyds Bank trailed closely behind with 50,061 new signups. Both banks had switching offers of £175 and £200 respectively.

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John Dentry of Pay.UK, also the owner and operator of the Current Account Switch Service, said: “The past quarter has provided a turbulent economic backdrop, no doubt encouraging increasingly money-conscious consumers to take action. By taking advantage of the competitive and dynamic banking market, they have been able to capitalise on more competitive rates, incentives, or improved features.”

Dentry said those who haven’t yet considered their options should “assess whether they’re with a bank that best suits their needs”. He added: “With a full spectrum of products and perks available, now is the time to consider that switch.”

There are currently five bank switching deals on offer, boasting up to £310 in cash and rewards.

Kalpana Fitzpatrick, editor of MoneyWeek.com, says: “Bank switching deals are a great incentive for anyone looking to move banks. But, before you switch, make sure the bank you are moving to offers what you need—don’t switch just because there is a cash bonus on offer.”

We round up the deals available now and explain how to earn the bonus after making the switch.

TSB Bank – get up to £310

TSB Bank’s switching deal is currently the highest paying on the market—but you have to jump through several hoops to earn up to £310.

Customers can get a £100 welcome bonus when they move to a Spend & Save (free) or Spend & Save Plus (£3 monthly fee) current account, as well as £90 in cashback and a further £120 worth of rewards.

To qualify for all three, here are the conditions you need to follow:

£100 bonus: Complete a full switch using CASS, log into your account using the TSB mobile banking app and make a minimum of five debit card payments before 19 July. The bonus will then be paid into your account between 2 and 16 August.
£90 cashback: Make a minimum of 20 debit card payments every month and get triple cashback of £15 every month for up to six months (if you’ve completed the switch). Cashback will be paid into your account the next calendar month.
Choose from two rewards: When you make 20 debit card payments in December, you get to choose a reward in January 2026. Pick from a £120 voucher towards your next hotel stay (abroad or a staycation in the UK), or get tickets for attractions and venues across the country, from water sports to museums, for 12 months.

You will not be eligible for this deal if you’ve already used a TSB switching offer since October 2022.

Santander – get £180

Santander has launched a £180 switching deal for both new and existing customers if they switch to a Santander current account.

To qualify, you must do the following:

Complete the switch using the CASS and complete the following steps within 60 days of opening your account:
Pay £1,500 into the account either as a one-off payment or in instalments.
Set up two direct debits in the eligible account.

The bonus will be paid within 90 days of initiating the switch.

Existing customers can get the bonus by transferring £1,500 from an account held with a different provider to their new Santander account using the bank’s switch service. Plus, they will need to set up two direct debits.

You won’t qualify if you held a Santander current account on 1 January 2025 or have taken advantage of a switch offer from the bank before.

First Direct – get £175

First Direct’s switching bonus offers new customers £175 free cash to those who switch to its 1st account.

To qualify for the bonus, you will have to complete the following steps within 45 days of opening your First Direct 1st Account.

Deposit a minimum of £1,000 (in single or multiple deposits) in your account.
Switch at least two direct debits or standing orders into your First Direct 1st Account.
Register and log on to digital banking.
Use your new 1st account debit card at least 5+ times.
Be a new customer to First Direct, who has not previously held a First Direct product, or has opened an HSBC current account on or after 1 January 2018.

Once all the steps are completed successfully, the £175 bonus will be paid to your account on the 20th of the following month.

The account gives you access to its market-leading 7% regular saver, which features on our best regular savings guide. Plus, there are no fees when spending abroad with First Direct, and the current account comes with a £250 interest-free overdraft, although this depends on your credit history.

NatWest – get £150 plus rewards

NatWest is offering £150 to new and existing customers when they move to a Reward Account (£2 monthly fee). You could also benefit from a further £60 in rewards each year through the account.

To qualify, customers will need to:

Switch their bank account to a NatWest Rewards account using the CASS.
Pay in £1,250 into the new account
Log into the mobile app within 60 days of switching

Once you’ve met these conditions, the £150 will be paid into your account within 30 days. All your direct debits and standing orders will be automatically transferred within seven days of switching.

You aren’t eligible if you’ve already used a switching deal from the NatWest Group, or if you switch from Royal Bank of Scotland or Ulster Bank.

Customers can also get an additional £5 each month in cashback when you pay in £1,250, two direct debits of more than £2, and by logging into the mobile app. Given the £2 monthly fee, the net gain is then around £3 per month or £36 in a year.

You also get access to a Digital Regular Saver that pays 6.17% interest on savings of up to £150 per month. On top of that, you can get a Travel Reward Credit Card that gives 1% back in rewards on travel spend, and a free Rooster Card subscription (usually £1.99 per month or £19.99 per year).

The Co-operative Bank – get £175

The Co-operative Bank is offering customers £100 for switching to the bank, plus £25 a month for up to three months. The offer is open to new and existing customers, provided they meet the eligibility criteria and terms and conditions.

To qualify for the £100 bonus, you must:

Deposit a minimum of £1,000 into the new account.
Have two active Direct Debits.
Make a minimum of ten debit card transactions.
Register for the bank’s online and/or mobile banking service, and;
Set up and kept active the debit card in a digital wallet (Apple Pay, Samsung Wallet or Google Pay)

You will receive the cash within seven days of meeting all of the criteria.

To get the £25 per month in the first three months, customers must keep using their account by:

Depositing £1,000 or more.
Have two active Direct Debits, and;
Make a minimum of 10 debit card or digital wallet transactions (pending transactions won’t count).

Your three months will begin on the day after you receive the £100 switch incentive. You won’t qualify if you have benefited from a switch bonus at The Co-operative Bank since November 2022.

How to switch bank accounts

The CASS makes it quick and painless to switch banks as the banks are required to do the legwork and complete the switch within seven working days. All you do is open a new current account and request a switch via CASS. The service will then close your old account and move all your money, direct debits and standing orders to your new account within seven days.

Plus, for three years, any money that is paid into your old bank account or tries to leave that account will automatically be put into your new account. Still, it is important to remember that while these offers might look attractive, you should only switch to an account that suits your needs, as some accounts may also charge a monthly fee.

You should always check the terms and conditions to make sure you qualify for the bonus before you start the switch process. If you're applying for any credit in the next six months, such as a mortgage, it's also worth being aware that switching bank accounts could affect your credit score.

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Oojal has a background in consumer journalism and is interested in helping people make the most of their money.Oojal has an MA in international journalism from Cardiff University, and before joining MoneyWeek, she worked for Look After My Bills, a personal finance website, where she covered guides on household bills and money-saving deals.Her bylines can be found on Newsquest, Voice Wales, DIVA and Sony Music, and she has explored subjects ranging from politics and LGBTQIA+ issues to food and entertainment.Outside of work, Oojal enjoys travelling, going to the movies and learning Spanish with a little green owl.