Open your Cash ISA by post
This page will tell you the steps you need to follow to apply for a Cash ISA by post.
Step 1
Before you apply, please read:
- Product terms and conditions for the account you’ve chosen
- General Conditions (PDF, 326KB)
- Financial Services Compensation Scheme Information Sheet (PDF, 180KB)
- Society Rules (PDF, 897KB)
- Guide to the use of personal data (PDF, 157KB)
- ISA Declaration (PDF, 47KB)
By applying, you’re confirming you've read and agree to the terms above.
Step 2
Ready to apply?
Please download, print and complete the PDF application form.
You’ll need Adobe Reader to print the form. You can download the latest free version of Adobe Reader via the website.
If you’re unable to print the form, you can ask us to send you a blank form.
Download application formStep 3
Choose how to fund your account
You can include one of the following with your application form:
- ISA Transfer from another provider - download and complete the ISA Transfer Form
- Cheque - from a UK account held in your name and made payable to you
- Transfer from another account with Leeds Building Society - enter details on the application form or wait until we open the account. Once it's open, you'll have 30 days to add the minimum balance to the account, or it'll be closed. You can do this by either of the following:
- Electronic transfer from another bank account
- Pay in cash at your local branch - please don’t send cash through the post
Step 4
Send us your documents
What to send us
- Your completed, signed and dated application form (from step 2)
- Instructions on how you want to fund your new account (from step 3)
- Proof of your identity (if you’re a new customer)
How to send us your documents
By post:
Investment Services
Leeds Building Society
26 Sovereign Street
Leeds
West Yorkshire
LS1 4BJ
In branch:
Find your nearest branch
Further information
We aim to open your account and return your documents to you within seven days.
If you’d like to open your account today, you can do it online or in branch.
We’ll return all documents by UK Mail.
If you need to send us original passports or driving licences, we’ll send these back to you by recorded post after we’ve opened your account.
If you change your mind, you have 14 days from the date you opened the account to let us know what you’d like to do with your funds. You’ll need to do this in writing to the address shown above.
We’ll then refund your balance, including any interest earned and without any early withdrawal penalty.
We always aim to provide you with the best possible service. Unfortunately, now and again, mistakes can happen. If they do, rest assured we'll do everything we can to sort things out. Should you need to make a complaint you can find out how to do this in your local branch or by calling us. If necessary, your complaint can be referred to the Financial Ombudsman Service.
How is my money protected?
Your eligible deposits with Leeds Building Society are protected up to a total of £85,000 by the Financial Services Compensation Scheme, the UK's deposit guarantee scheme. This limit applies to the total of all deposits held in a Leeds Building Society account in the UK. Any deposits you hold above the limit are unlikely to be covered. See further information or visit www.fscs.org.uk
Need more help?
If you have any other questions about opening an account, you can email info@leedsbuildingsociety.co.uk or call us.
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