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How to Open a Savings Account by Post

Before you print out an application form please ensure you’ve completed all of the following steps:

1 - Select an account

Please read the product features carefully before printing and completing an online application form. View a full list of our Savings & Investment accounts.

2 - Read and agree our General Investment Conditions and the individual account’s Terms and Conditions.

Please read our General Investment Conditions (PDF) and the specific account’s Terms and Conditions. Only once you fully understand how the account works should you click the “I Agree” button below to access the application form. We recommend that you print a copy of the terms and conditions for your records and keep them in a safe place.

3 - Print, complete and post the application formSimply print and complete the application form before signing and posting it to us.

Please read information about opening your account.

Before posting you should remember to include the following:

  • Proof of identity - Find out more
  • A cheque made payable to the name(s) in which the account will be opened, or Leeds Building Society, including the name(s) and/or account number in which the account will be opened. Please do not send cash through the post. Send your signed application form and relevant supporting documents to:

Internet Services
Leeds Building Society
Freepost LS465
105 Albion Street
LEEDS
LS1 5YY

If you have any questions about opening an account please email info@leedsbuildingsociety.co.uk

What if I change my mind?

From the date of account opening you have 14 days to notify us (in writing) if you are not happy with your choice of account.

Please write to:

Investment Services,
105 Albion Street,
Leeds
LS1 5AS.

Within that period we will, if instructed by you, refund your investment with interest from account opening, or subject to eligibility, transfer the investment to another account of your choice without any penalty for early withdrawal.

What about income tax?

The gross rate(s) of interest shown will be payable net of the appropriate rate of income tax (which may be reclaimed by nontaxpayers) or, subject to the required certification, gross.

What if I have a complaint?

We aim to provide a high quality service to customers at all times. Unfortunately mistakes do occur, but when this happens we shall do our best to resolve problems or misunderstandings which arise. Should you need to refer a matter of complaint to us, details of the procedure are available from your local branch or our customer helpline. Ultimately, your complaint may be referred to the Financial Ombudsman Service.

Ready to apply?

Before you apply, please use the links below to view and print the General Investment Conditions and the key features, terms & conditions of your chosen account.

View the General Investment Conditions
View the specific account's Terms and Conditions

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