Hello UK Account FAQs
What is Hello UK Account? How do I apply for a Hello UK Account?
Hello UK Account is a current account offered by ICICI Bank UK PLC in GBP for Indians migrating to UK on work permits which allows you to open an account before leaving for UK.
How do I apply for a Hello UK Account?
The account can be opened through ICICI Bank Limited branches in India. Please speak to Non-Resident Indian (NRI) sales or service staff in the ICICI Bank branch near you.
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Send an email with your Name, Email id and Contact number to globalbanking@icicibank.com.
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Call us on 1-800-22-4848 (in India).
How do I receive the deliverables (debit card and cheque book) of my Hello UK Account?
Once you arrive in UK, please submit a request for issuance of debit card and pin by either visiting an ICICI Bank UK PLC branch or send the form through post, along with the letter from HR confirming the UK address. Within 120 days of account opening you should submit a valid UK address proof, any one from the below:
- Letter from Department of Work and Pensions with National Insurance Number
- Letter from HMRC with PAYE Notification
- Utility bills - must not be older than 3 months (mobile telephone bills are not acceptable)
- Bank/building society statement - must not be older than 3 months
- Full UK driving license - valid photo card driving license (if not used as proof of identity)
How can I submit the request for my deliverable, if I am not near an ICICI Bank UK PLC branch?
You can send the debit card and pin issuance form and address change form along with the HR letter confirming the address at the below address:
ICICI Bank UK
PO Box 68921
One Thomas More Square
London E1W 9HB
Can I open a joint account?
Yes, you can open a joint account. We will require a copy of the Indian passport and visa for the joint applicant(s). The joint applicant should also be moving to UK with the primary applicant, and should therefore have a valid UK visa other than business or visiting visa and provide marriage certificate additionally.
Is there a limit on the maximum amount that I can transfer from India?
Yes, there is a limit for transfer of funds into your account is as per the RBI's permissible outward remittance limit. You are required to mention the source of funds along with the purpose of remittance when performing a wire transfer (SWIFT).
When will I receive the account number? How many days do you take to open an account?
The account opening process will take approximately 2 business days, assuming all documents are in order and no further clarification is required. The letter notifying you of your account number will be dispatched to your mailing address and should arrive within 10 business days.
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