A quick check

Before we start your application, please check these statements are true:

  • You’re a UK resident
  • You’re aged 18 years or over
  • You’re happy making your own investment decisions

Planned Maintenance

Our application form will be unavailable between 12am and 8am on Monday 1st December for planned work to become Octopus Money Direct.

We are sorry for any inconvenience this may cause.

Questions and answers

Can I speak to someone about my application?

If you need something explained, and you can’t find the answer in our Q&As just get in touch on 03455 28 88 52. We can provide help and support but we can’t give you financial advice. If that’s what you need, check out:

Money Helper

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How long does it take to apply?

We try to make things quick and easy – most applications are sorted in just a few minutes.

It will help if you’ve got these things handy before you start:

Details of your existing account(s) – if you want to make a transfer payment.

  • Your mobile phone.
  • Your National Insurance number.
  • Your debit card – if you want to make a one-off payment.
  • Your bank account details – if you want to make regular monthly payments.
How do I know if this account is right for me?

We try to make everything easy to understand, with helpful guides and handy tips to help you choose the right account for you. If anything needs a bit more explanation, get in touch on 03455 28 28 52 and we’ll do our best to help. Remember, we can’t actually give you financial advice. If that’s what you need, check out:

Money Helper

Unbiased