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Santander UK Launches £200 Account Switch Bonus

Published 16 November 2025

Santander UK has launched a 200 incentive for customers switching their current accounts to the bank, doubling its previous offer in an effort to attract new users. The promotion, available from November 10, 2025, targets eligible individuals who complete a full switch using the Current Account Switch Service, or CASS, and meet specific requirements.

The bank has emailed existing customers who use Santander for services other than their primary current account, highlighting the ease of the process. "It's never been easier to move your income, Direct Debits, and standing orders from your old bank to us," the emails state. "Plus, when you get a current account with us, you can make use of our award-winning Mobile Banking app." Santander confirmed it will transfer the 200 bonus into qualifying accounts within 90 days of the switch request.

To qualify, customers must first submit a switch request to one of the eligible accounts: the Everyday Current Account, Santander Edge, Santander Edge Up, Santander Edge Explorer, or Private Current Account. Within 60 days of that application, they need to finalize the full switch via CASS, which typically takes seven working days and handles...

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