Written Question·Treasury·UIN 88411
Bank Services: Proof of Identity
Tabled: 5 November 2025
Answered: 17 November 2025
Question
Mr Calvin Bailey
Labour — Leyton and Wanstead
To ask the Chancellor of the Exchequer, if her Department will take steps to ensure that banks enable prospective customers to open bank accounts using (a) Digital ID and (b) eVisas.
Answer
Lucy RigbyEnsuring all individuals have access to the appropriate financial services and products they need is a key priority for Government. Financial institutions are required to ask for proof of identity for new customers when they first open an account as laid ...
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