Service · at all 3 branches
Savings & Finance
Open a Post Office savings account and complete your ID verification free of charge — all arranged in-branch with no appointment needed.
No appointment needed · walk in during opening hours
About this service
What we can do for you
We can help you open a Post Office savings account at the counter, including completing your identity verification in-branch — this service is free of charge. Savings application forms are available at the counter. This is particularly useful for customers who prefer to handle financial admin face-to-face rather than online. Our team will walk you through the process step by step. For regulated financial advice, we'll always direct you to the appropriate professional service.
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Which banks can I use here?
We support everyday banking for most major UK banks, including Barclays, HSBC, Lloyds, NatWest, Santander, TSB, Halifax, Bank of Scotland, Co-operative Bank, Nationwide, and Yorkshire Bank. You can deposit cash and cheques, make withdrawals, and check your balance. Bring your bank card or paying-in slip.
Can I deposit cash into my bank account here?
Yes. Bring your debit card or paying-in slip and we'll process your cash deposit over the counter. This service is available for most major UK banks. It's particularly useful now that many local bank branches have closed.
Can I make a cash withdrawal here?
Yes. You can withdraw cash at the counter using your debit card and PIN at any of our branches — useful for larger amounts or if you prefer not to use an ATM. Green Street and Queens Crescent also have 24-hour ATMs located outside their entrances, available around the clock even when the branch is closed.
Is there a cash machine at the branch?
Green Street (Forest Gate) and Queens Crescent (Kentish Town) both have 24-hour ATMs outside, available at all times. Leytonstone does not have an ATM on site, but cash withdrawals are available over the counter during opening hours.
Can I send money internationally via Western Union?
Yes. We offer Western Union international money transfers at the counter. Funds are typically available for collection within minutes at the other end. You'll need valid photo ID and the recipient's full name and country. You do not need a bank account to send or receive via Western Union.
Can a business deposit cash takings here?
Yes. We're experienced in handling business-volume cash deposits. If you regularly bring in cash takings, just come in during opening hours with your paying-in slip. No appointment needed — though mid-week mornings tend to be the least congested.