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There are 2 current accounts to choose from with UBL, the ACE Current Account and the Ameen Islamic Current Account.
ACE Current Account
This is a free, everyday bank account, as long as you stay in credit. The account does not offer an arranged overdraft. If you do go into an overdraft, you will be charged an unapproved overdraft fee of £50 for each transaction that you make on your account, and the debt balance will be subject to unapproved interest charges.
You can use your account to send money to friends and family in Pakistan and manage your account by Internet or mobile banking or in a branch. You will also benefit from a named Community Relationship Manager.
Ameen Islamic Current Account
A current account that is managed in accordance with Shariah principles. This means no interest is paid or charged on the account and there is no overdraft facility. Again, you can use your account to send money to Pakistan.
Benefits of opening an account with UBL
No monthly account fees. There are no monthly maintenance fees for either current account.
Facility to send money to Pakistan. Customers can easily send money to family and friends in Pakistan by using Internet or mobile banking or by going in to a branch.
Multiple ways to bank. You can manage your account via Internet banking, mobile banking or at a branch.
How to open an account
To be eligible for an account, you must be aged 18 or over, and you must be able to provide proof of identity, such as a passport, and proof of address, such as a utility bill or bank statement.
You can open the account by completing an application form and returning it to a branch, or by sending it by post. You can also open an account via the mobile app.
Is UBL safe?
Yes, UBL is a trading name of United National Bank Limited which is regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) and the Prudential Regulation Authority (PRA). All eligible deposits of up to £85,000 per person are protected under the Financial Services Compensation Scheme in the event that the bank ever went bust.
Pros and cons of UBL
Pros
No monthly account fees
Multiple ways to bank
Facility to send money to Pakistan
FSCS protection
Islamic banking options available
Cons
No arranged overdrafts
No interest paid on in-credit balances
UBL has a limited number of branches
Customer service information for UBL
Email support
Telephone support
In-app or live chat
Contact form
Branch support
Our verdict
UBL’s current accounts are likely to appeal if you want to send money to friends or family in Pakistan, whether you’re looking for an everyday bank account or you want to bank according to Shariah law. Although there are no arranged overdraft facilities available, there are also no monthly maintenance fees and you can rest assured your money will be protected by the FSCS.
Frequently asked questions
No, the bank is not a member of the Current Account Switch Guarantee.
Yes, you can open both individual or joint accounts with UBL.
With UBL UKNetRemit, you can send money to Pakistan using Internet or mobile banking 24/7 or by going in to a branch. You can register for the service online or via the app to send amounts up to £20,000. There is a £3 fee for transactions of £89.99 and below, while transactions of £90 or more are free.
UBL has branches in London, Birmingham and Manchester.
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