hi Pinoyni,

when I arrived here I also encountered that when we tried opening an account for me with HBOS, they asked us utility bills as well but when we go to Lloyds TSB they just asked for my passport and checked my visa, maybe it helps if u try opening where ur hubby's bank is..


Quote Originally Posted by Bluebirdjones View Post
... not that easy to open one anymore.
That's why you should NEVER close one down.... even if you leave just £1
in the account.

I'd suggest you apply for your National Insurance number .... that will be
dispatched to your address... and addressed to you.
That at least proves that the UK Government are aware of you, and accept
that you are who you say you are.

..... perhaps a letter from the Doctor's surgery where you are registered ?

I'd also suggest you try & produce a statement from your Filipino bank, and
show them that you a "legitimate" user of the banking system.

.... and finally, could you get your husband to phone the utility companies
& get your name added to the bill ?... ie Mr & Mrs Smith, 123 High St.
After you've received the "amended" bills, then he can switch them back.
agree with u Blubirdjones..