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[DAnn]

I tried opening myself a mobile contract but I got declined.

Barclays, manager told me that my documents are good to go and they won't ask for my national insurance number if its just a basic account, im kind of relieved you know. Bank tellers told me that as long as I will have good and more transactions in my bank, ill be able to create good credit standing.

Hi, what was the reason why you were declined to open a mobile contract?

Another question, is having a basic account in Barclays useful enough for when looking for a job?

Thanks in advance!

[Arthur Little]

Another question, is having a basic account in Barclays useful enough for when looking for a job?

I would certainly say so, D'Ann. Judging by the experience of my wife (who taught at a High School for over 20 years in the Philippines ... but has been unable to find a suitable job since coming to the UK in 2009). Although not working ... ... she'd no problem in opening a current account of her own with the Bank of Scotland shortly after arrival.

[DAnn]

Thank you Arthur Little!