You’re a teenager, which means you use your phone a lot. For snapchatting, shopping, selfies – and with a Starling current account, you can add banking to the list.
With our current account you'll get a Mastercard debit card and our straightforward app, packed full of helpful tools to make your money go further.
And the best bit? You can apply in minutes, on your own, from your sofa, with your passport as ID. You may also be required to provide proof of current address.
Younger than 16? Take advantage of Starling Kite , a debit card which is connected to an adult’s current account.
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An app-based current account.
A Mastercard debit card.
24/7 customer support. We’re only ever an in-app message, email or call away.
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Easy to use? App-solutely
A single app for spending, saving and earning money.
Apply in minutes – all you’ll need is your passport for ID.
Forgot your card at home? Use Apple Pay , Google Pay or Samsung Pay .
Pay for stuff
Instant payment notifications , so you know every penny that comes in and goes out.Spending Insights , so you can see where you’re spending and where you might want to cut back a bit.Clothes, tech, trips – whatever’s on your shopping list, make saving easier with Spaces .
Take the fuss out of going out
Make instant payments to friends.
Settle IOUs by sending payment links, direct from your mobile.
Sitting right next to the person you owe? Settle up with Nearby Payments – no bank details required.
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Starling’s a proper, regulated bank, so your money is protected by the Financial Services Compensation Scheme.
Think you’ve lost your card somewhere? Don’t worry, just lock (and unlock) it in the app.
Don’t just take our word for it Looking for help? Our help centre is designed to be your first port of call whenever you have questions about our products and services. It’s often the quickest way to get the answers you need – from within the app or online.
Apply for a Starling current account today and enjoy app-based banking at its best. Step 3 Create an account by telling us a bit about yourself: your name, date of birth, email address and current home address
Step 4 Finally, record a quick selfie video and take a photo of your ID so we can verify everything. And that’s it!
Step 1 Simply click on the button below to start your application and fill in a quick, fuss-free form
Step 2 Download the app on your phone and we’ll ping over a verification code for you to enter
Step 3 Create an account by telling us a bit about yourself: your name, date of birth, email address and current home address
Step 4 Finally, record a quick selfie video and take a photo of your ID so we can verify everything. And that’s it!
Step 1 Simply click on the button below to start your application and fill in a quick, fuss-free form
Step 2 Download the app on your phone and we’ll ping over a verification code for you to enter
Step 3 Create an account by telling us a bit about yourself: your name, date of birth, email address and current home address
Step 4 Finally, record a quick selfie video and take a photo of your ID so we can verify everything. And that’s it!
Start your application 
