Basic current accounts available from icount
If you’re looking for an easy way to manage your money without the fancy frills, then a basic current account from icount is your best bet. With simplicity at its core and with no hidden agendas, you won’t find a better current account for doing exactly what it says on the tin.
The basic current account from icount comes paired with a prepaid Mastercard®. You can add money to your account and make payments through it or with your prepaid card, just as you would with a high street bank account and debit card.
How does the icount basic current account work?
As soon as you sign up to icount, you’ll be issued (subject to verification) your very own account number and sort code, with which you can begin to make use or your basic current account straight away. Your prepaid Mastercard® will arrive in the post a few days later.
It couldn’t be easier to keep track of your spending, than with a basic current account and prepaid Mastercard® from icount! Better yet, it takes just 3 minutes to apply and to be approved!
Why choose the icount basic current account over any other basic bank account?
Looking to improve your money management?
Our current account is perfect for those looking to manage their money more effectively. By only adding what you want to spend into the account, there’s no way of you going over your budget or falling into an unauthorised overdraft.
Limited or poor credit history?
The icount basic current account could help you to improve your credit score, thanks to the CreditBuilder facility. Simply use your account and prepaid card like you would with any other basic bank account, and see your credit score grow over time.
No credit checks & easy approval
As long as you are 18 years or over and a UK resident with valid ID, you’re guaranteed* to be accepted and given a current account from icount. Unlike many basic bank accounts from other providers, we won’t hold your credit history or current financial situation against you.
Interest-free overdraft when you need it
When you’re a little strapped for cash, you don’t want penalties or charges hanging over your head simply for using your overdraft. That’s why we provide iDraft as part of our basic current account offering. iDraft is an arranged overdraft facility where you can borrow up to £250 for only 75p per day (max £10 per month).
Find out more about the amazing benefits we offer and how you can make the most out of your new basic current account.
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Pay Monthly
per month
- Creditbuilder™ option – you could improve your credit rating
- Low UK ATM fee of 50p
- Best option if using icount daily
Pay As You Go
per UK transaction
- Use in 13,000 UK ATMs and in 32 million locations worldwide
- UK ATM fee of 75p
- Great option for occasional use
