pay cheques in online via an app<\/a> taking the hassle out of going to your local Post Office branch.<\/p>How to pay into your bank account at the Post Office<\/h3>
Once you\u2019ve checked whether your bank is supported by the Post Office for deposits, you simply need to visit your nearest branch and request to pay money into your account.<\/p>
What should you bring with you?<\/h3>
To deposit cash at a Post Office branch, you typically just need to bring your debit or cash card (and your PIN). If you don\u2019t have a debit card, you can use a paying-in slip which can be requested from your bank. <\/p>
Are there any fees?<\/h3>
No, it\u2019s free to deposit money into your bank account at the Post Office counter, as long as your bank doesn\u2019t charge its own fee for you making cash deposits. <\/p>
How long will it take for the money to be available?<\/h3>
When you make a cash deposit at the Post Office using your debit card, the funds should be available in your account the same day. Any cash deposits made using a deposit slip should be available in your account on the next working day. <\/p>
Is there a cash deposit limit at the Post Office?<\/h3>
Yes, there\u2019s sometimes a cash deposit limit at the Post Office and this will be set by your bank, so you will need to find this out directly from them. There might be a daily, monthly or yearly limit to Post Office deposits. <\/p>
Bottom line<\/h3>
The majority of people with a UK bank account will be able to make cash deposits at the Post Office using either their debit card or a paying-in slip. Cheque deposits are also possible, depending on your bank.<\/p>
To find out if your bank supports deposits, you should first check with the Post Office website or ask someone at your nearest branch. <\/p>