Opening a bank account in NI or ROI You should check with your chosen bank what documents they require in order to open a student account with them, but ordinarily at a minimum you will need photo ID, proof of address in either jurisdiction, and a letter from your college/university confirming that you are a Read more >

A mortgage is a loan you take out to buy a property.  They are available from most banks and building societies. There are excellent sources of information and advice available which will guide you when buying your own home. South Competition and Consumer Protection Commission – Gives impartial information and advice on mortgages.  For further information please Read more >

South The Currency in the Ireland is the Euro.  This currency came into use January 1, 2002 and is the common currency shared by many EU countries.You can use Euro notes and coins (irrespective of design) in any Euro participating country. North The Currency in Northern Ireland is the pound Sterling, which is not part of Read more >

Under EU law, if you make cross-border payments of up to €50,000 within the EU, you will not pay more than the cost of a national transaction. Source: Your Europe – Personal finance: Day-to-day banking Charges for international payments within the EU If you make a cross-border payment within the EU, banks should provide clear information on any Read more >

Opening  a bank account is a relatively simple process. Before a bank can let you have any kind of account, they need to be confident that you are who you say you are and live where you say you live. Therefore the most important thing you must do is provide the bank with current proof Read more >