Freedom Apprentice Current Account

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Why is the Freedom Apprentice Account suitable for me?

Banking with the Freedom Apprentice Account is simple and easy, because it offers all of the digital tools you need as well dedicated human support. Why do I need the Freedom Apprentice Account and how is it different from the other options?
Save up your hard earned cash
Save up your hard earned cash

If you're looking to save up for a new car, your first house, or to travel somewhere special, Freedom gives you access to a preferential savings rate.

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  • Freedom Apprentice Account
    Application
    Online or in branch
    Age
    16-23 (sole accounts only)
    Minimum funding requirement
    None
    Mobile banking
    Yes
    Internet banking
    Yes1
    Contactless Visa Debit card
    Yes
    Apple Pay, Google Pay
    Yes
    Current Account Switch Service
    Yes
    Standing Orders & Direct Debits
    Yes
    Webchat & Facebook Messenger Support Service
    Yes
    Customer Service Helpline
    Yes
    Verified by Visa and One Time Passcode protection
    Yes
    Cash withdrawal in foreign currency outside the UK and debit card payments in a foreign currency
    Free2
    Use of all Cumberland branches
    Yes
    Cash withdrawal in pounds in the UK at Link cash machines
    £300 per day
    Cash withdrawal at Cumberland branches
    £500 per day
    Text alerts
    Yes
    Arranged overdraft facility
    -
    Credit interest paid on your account
    No credit interest is paid on this account
    Access to eSavings account
    Yes1
    Statements
    Free

    Credit interest rates effective from 01/07/20.

    1. Internet Banking is a requirement of this account.
    2. The Cumberland does not charge you to use your Cumberland card but the provider of a cash machine or a retailer may apply a charge.
  • eSavings Account
    Account Name E Savings (Issue 3)
    What is the interest rate?

    3.85% Variable Gross Interest*/AER†

    Interest is calculated on a daily basis, and is paid gross (without deduction of tax) annually on 31st March into your associated Cumberland Plus or Freedom Apprentice current account.

    Can Cumberland Building Society change the interest rate?

    Yes – The rate of interest paid on money in your account is variable and may be changed by us. Where we do so, we will give you reasonable notice in advance of the change.

    Examples of when changes may happen include a change in the Bank of England base rate, or market condition changes such as, general interest rates changes on similar accounts offered by other savings account providers.

    For further details, please read clause 8.7-8.9 in our Savings & Current Account Terms & Conditions leaflet.

    What would the estimated balance be after 12 months based on a £1,000 deposit?

    If £1,000 was deposited in the account on opening on 1 April, assuming no further deposits or withdrawals are made, on 31 March the account balance, including interest, would be £1,038.50.

    This figure is for illustrative purposes only.

    How do I open and manage my account?

    This account is available to open for internet enabled, Cumberland Plus and Freedom Apprentice current account customers. The account can be opened at any Cumberland branch or on internet banking.

    • Minimum balance £1
    • Maximum balance £50,000

    Only one sole account or one joint account per customer.

    The minimum balance must be maintained in the account. If the account balance falls below this at any time, the account may be closed.

    You can manage your account by using the Cumberland Internet Banking service or the Cumberland Mobile Banking App.

    Can I withdraw money?

    Yes – Instant access withdrawals via online transfer to your Cumberland current account.

    Withdrawals are not permitted by direct debit, standing order, regular internal transfer or faster payments.

    Additional Information

    If you close or de-register your internet banking Cumberland Plus and Freedom Apprentice current account your eSavings account will, in the absence of any alternative instructions, be closed.

    No bonus payment applies to this account.

    For full details of our Variable Rate products please refer to our separate leaflet. Download leaflet

    1. Gross interest is the contractual rate of interest payable (without deduction of tax) and you will be responsible for paying any tax you owe on interest as per your individual personal savings allowance.

    2. Annual equivalent rate (AER) illustrates what the interest rate would be if interest was paid and added each year

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