Earn up to £30 cashback - £5 per month for 6 months, making 20 debit card payments per calendar month (Excludes ATM or other cash withdrawals using your card, Direct Debits, Standing orders, bill payments made in a TSB branch and future dated payments).
Eligible for Cashback if you open a new Spend & Save account, including changing from an existing TSB current account, other than from a Classic.
Earn 2.82% AER variable interest on your Savings Pots too. Includes a bonus of 1.52% AER for the first year.
Access to a Monthly Saver paying 6.00% Gross/AER fixed for a year. Save £25 to £250 per month by standing order from your TSB current account. Interest is paid on maturity.
UK residents only, 18+.

Eligibility

Maximum Age	Unlimited
Maximum Investment	Unlimited
Minimum Age	18 years
Permanent UK Resident

TSB Spend & Save Plus

Overdraft interest rate

Representative example:

£100 interest and fee free overdraft, subject to financial status. If you then use an arranged overdraft of £1,200 you will be charged 39.9% EAR variable. Representative APR: 40.1%. How does this overdraft compare? Representative APRs help you compare the cost of different credit products.

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Earn up to £60 cashback annually - ongoing £5 cashback every month, with 20 debit card payments per calendar month (direct debits / withdrawals excluded). Excludes ATM or other cash withdrawals using your card, Direct Debits, Standing Orders, bill payments made in a TSB branch and future dated payments).
Eligible for cashback if you open a new Spend & Save Plus account, including changing from an existing TSB current account.
Zero TSB card charges abroad. ATM operators / foreign banks may charge & sellers may apply a currency conversion fee on purchases.
Earn 2.82% AER variable interest on your Savings Pots too. Includes a bonus of 1.52% AER for the first year.
Interest-free overdraft up to £100. Subject to approval. UK 18+

Eligibility

Maximum Age	Unlimited
Maximum Investment	Unlimited
Minimum Age	18 years
Permanent UK Resident

Monzo Extra

Overdraft interest rate

Representative example:

If you use an arranged overdraft of £1,200 you will be charged 39% APR Representative/EAR variable. Subject to financial status. How does this overdraft compare? Representative APRs help you compare the cost of different credit products.

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Additional information

With Monzo Extra you get our advanced tools giving you greater financial visibility.
Get a clear view of your finances by adding your other bank accounts and credit cards to Monzo. See your balances and transactions, and move money around with easy bank transfers.
Understand your spending with Custom Categories so you can budget better each month.
Make your spare change go further each month. Automatically put 2x, 5x or 10x as much spare change into savings every time you spend.
Our Credit Insights feature provides you with clear, impactful actions to improve your credit scores and credit health. Terms apply.
You must open a Monzo Current Account to sign up to Monzo Perks.

Eligibility

Maximum Age	Unlimited
Maximum Investment	Unlimited
Minimum Age	18 years
Permanent UK Resident

See your other bank accounts and credit cards in one place

Monzo Perks

Overdraft interest rate

Representative example:

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With Monzo Perks you get our best rates including 4.35% AER (variable) interest, a weekly Greggs treat, an annual Railcard and our advanced money management features all for £7 a month.
Get a clear view of your finances by adding your other bank accounts and credit cards to Monzo. See your balances and transactions, and move money around with easy bank transfers.
Understand your spending with Custom Categories so you can budget better each month.
Make your spare change go further each month. Automatically put 2x, 5x or 10x as much spare change into savings every time you spend.
Our Credit Insights feature provides you with clear, impactful actions to improve your credit scores and credit health. Terms apply.
You must open a Monzo Current Account to sign up to Monzo Perks.

Eligibility

Maximum Age	Unlimited
Maximum Investment	Unlimited
Minimum Age	18 years
Permanent UK Resident

Exclusive metal card + phone insurance (exclusions apply)

Monzo Max

Overdraft interest rate

Representative example:

More Information

Additional information

With Monzo Max you get worldwide travel and phone insurance, plus UK & Europe breakdown cover. Travel insurance provided by Zurich, powered by Qover. Phone insurance provided by Assurant. Breakdown cover provided by RAC.
Access to our best rates including 4.35% AER (variable) interest, fee-free cash deposits and discounted Monzo investing fees.
A weekly Greggs treat, an annual Railcard and our advanced money management features.
Get a clear view of your finances by adding your other bank accounts and credit cards to Monzo. See your balances and transactions, and move money around with easy bank transfers.
Understand your spending with Custom Categories so you can budget better each month.
Make your spare change go further each month. Automatically put 2x, 5x or 10x as much spare change into savings every time you spend.
Our Credit Insights feature provides you with clear, impactful actions to improve your credit scores and credit health. Terms apply.
You must open a Monzo Current Account to sign up to Monzo Max.

Eligibility

Maximum Age	69 years
Maximum Investment	Unlimited
Minimum Contract Term	3 months
Minimum Age	18 years
Permanent UK Resident

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How do cashback current accounts work?

A cashback current account is a bank account that can make your money work harder for you each month. It does this by rewarding the account owner with cashback whenever they spend through the bank account. This could be by paying regular bills or using the debit card with high street retailers. A cashback current account may charge the account holder a monthly fee.

The amount of cashback depends on the bank, but it’s usually a percentage of your total purchases. For example, if the current account offers 1% cashback on every £100 spend, you’ll earn £1.

This is an easy way to receive a small amount of money each month just by running your account as normal.

UK debit card transactions in June 2024^[1]

2.2bn

Is my money safe?

The Financial Services Compensation Scheme (FSCS) guarantees that the first £85,000 you have saved with a UK-authorised bank or building society (or the first £170,000 for a joint account) will be safe even if the business goes bust.

5 things you need to know about cashback current accounts

If you are someone who struggles with saving money each month, a cashback current account rewards you for spending and gives you a little extra every month. It might be small, but every little helps.

Cashback current accounts don’t automatically offer you cashback on any purchase, so it’s important to check the terms and conditions to see whether your spending habits would be rewarded.

As with any bank account, there will be specific terms and conditions that you’ll need to follow if you want to maximise the cashback potential. Some accounts state that you need to pay in a minimum amount each month and others might ask for at least two direct debits to unlock the rewards. There could also be a monthly fee for this type of account.

Cashback current accounts can have different reward rates for different types of bills, so it’s always worth checking to see how you can get the most cashback. For example, gas and electricity bills might give you a 2% reward but council tax and water bills might offer a 1% reward.

Once you are clear on the terms and conditions of the account, try and calculate how much you might spend over the course of a month and then a year. This will help you to work out how much cashback you could earn and whether this is the right account for you.

Pros and Cons

Pros

You earn money on your normal spending

The money is normally automatically paid into your account each month

Cash rewards can be available for switching

Cons

Cashback current accounts can charge a monthly fee, so if you don’t earn enough cashback it might not be worth the extra cost

There is normally a cap on how much cashback you can receive

You may have to pay in a minimum amount of money each month to unlock benefits

Cashback earned on different annual spends

Money earned when the cashback rate is 1% and monthly fee is £5

Money earned when the cashback rate is 1% and the monthly fee is £5

Figures include a deducted monthly fee of £5 and assume no limit on how much cashback can be received each year.

Source: Uswitch. Updated: October 3, 2024

Are there other rewards available on current accounts?

Current accounts offer different types of perks depending on the bank, and these range from cashback and monthly cash rewards to discounts and other extras.

Cashback is great if you use your account for household spending, but bear in mind that other bank accounts also offer exclusive deals and offers for account holders that could prove more valuable. There is also the opportunity for other extras, for example, some bank accounts offer free railcards that give you discounted rail travel.

The alternatives to a cashback current account

Standard current accounts

A standard current account comes without any frills and normally allows you to access online banking or an app to help you manage your money. You’ll also get a debit card to use for your spending and normally the option to have a cheque book.

High-interest bank accounts

This account acts like a standard account but with a higher rate of interest. This often depends on your balance at the end of the month or the amount you can pay in, so it will suit people who have a large balance in their current account.

Packaged accounts

Packaged current accounts perform the same basic functions as standard current accounts but come with a monthly fee in exchange for exclusive benefits. This could be cashback, high interest on positive balances or benefits like mobile phone insurance or breakdown cover.

“A cashback current account enables you to earn extra cash each month, but always check whether your spending aligns with the cashback incentives.”

Lucinda O'Brien

Personal Finance Editor

FAQs

How can I find the best cashback bank account?

It’s important to do your research if you are interested in a cashback current account. There are a lot of options available so browse the different providers and choose the right cashback to suit your current spending. You can also take a look at our table above to see some of the best deals on the market.

How much cashback could I earn?

The amount of cashback you could earn depends on how much you are spending each month. If you are a big spender on the items or bills that give you cashback, you will earn more money. However, many current accounts offering cashback will have a maximum amount that they will pay out each month, so bear this in mind too.

Is it possible to choose the rewards?

If rewards are attached to your current account, some providers will allow you to choose a reward from a selection of options. However, it will depend on the terms and conditions for each account.

When will I get the cashback in my account?

Cashback is normally automatically paid into your account, but when you receive it will depend on the provider. Some providers will pay the cashback into your account each month just before your statement is sent and others will pay the cashback on or before the last working day of the month. Check the current account terms and conditions to find out the specific timeframes.

Can I have an overdraft with a cashback current account?

Yes, you may be able to have an overdraft with a cashback current account. But the fees and charges could be higher than on a standard current account. If you use your overdraft frequently then make sure you're happy with any charges that could be due.

Current account guides

Find out more about how current accounts work with our in-depth guides

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About the author

Lucinda O'Brien

Lucinda O'Brien has spent the past 10 years writing and editing content for regional and national titles. She applies her industry knowledge to ensure readers can make confident financial decisions.

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References

1. UK finance card spending update for September 2024: There were 2.2 billion debit card transactions in June 2024, 1.7 per cent more than in June 2023.

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