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To help save money for those bigger things.
Danske Discovery Savings account
We’re proud to have been named a Which? Recommended Provider for current accounts.
When you turn 18, we will change the account to a Danske Freedom current account. You won't need to do anything, and your account number and regular payments will stay the same.
Pair the Danske Discovery current account with our Discovery savings account to get instant access savings for children aged 11 to 17.
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A parent or legal guardian can apply online for an account on behalf of their child. The account will be in the child’s name.
When you apply online, your child will be automatically set up for eBanking and paperless statements so you will need to supply your child’s email address. If you do not want your child to have eBanking or they don’t have an email address, you can apply by phone or in branch instead.
You'll need to upload your child's ID document (and, if required, proof you're the legal guardian).
Accepted forms of ID for your child are:
You will need to have copies of these saved on your phone or computer, ready to upload before you apply online.
We’ll try to confirm your identity and address electronically at the end of the application. If we can’t, we’ll contact you for proof.
Apply onlineIf you have already applied for an account before 24 February 2026 and need to upload your child's identity document, please use our Discovery Upload page.
If you want to open an account by phone, your parent or guardian will have to do this for you. To find out more or to make an appointment please phone us on:
You can open an account in any branch. A parent or guardian will need to come with you when you open your account and you’ll need to bring:
If someone other than a parent or guardian (for example, a grandparent or social worker) will be opening your account with you, they will need to visit one of our branches to complete the application and provide proof of their identity and address.
You can open an account in any branch. You don’t need to be accompanied by a parent or guardian. You’ll need to bring:
Mon–Fri: 8am–6pm / Sat: 9am–1pm / Sun: Closed
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Find branch detailsIf you're an existing personal customer, you can contact us by phone or if you are registered for eBanking you can use our secure messaging service.
NI/UK: 0345 603 1534
Outside NI/UK: +44 28 9004 9219
Mon–Fri: 8am–6pm / Sat & Sun: 9am–5pm
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