The following are options for paying money into your bank account, either yourself or for others.
Online, phone and mobile payments
You can pay money into an account online, over the phone or with a mobile phone number.
You can also pay others or transfer between your accounts. Simply log in to Internet Banking or the mobile app and follow the payment instructions.
Paying money into your account in branch
There are several options for paying money into your account in branch using cash or cheque.
- In person - Deposit a cash amount into your bank account at the desk.
- Self-service machine - Many banks now have self-service machines that will deposit money into your account for you. Just follow the on-screen directions and feed the appropriate number of notes into the self-service slot.
You can also transfer money between accounts, or pay others in branch. Make sure to bring along your debit card for authentication.
Paying money into your account at the Post Office®
You can pay in both notes and coins at a Post Office® counter. Different Post Office® branches may have their own maximum deposit amount. You’ll need your account details and the equivalent total that you wish to deposit in coins and/or notes.
You can also pay in cheques at aPost Office®. A specific cheque envelope and a pre-printed paying in slip will be required to do this.. More details can be found on our Post Office® services page.
Paying in cheques
You can pay in cheques using the Lloyds Bank mobile app. Learn how to deposit cheques using our banking app.
We no longer offer cheque books for the Lloyds Bank Basic Account.
FAQs
How do I deposit money at a bank branch? To deposit money at a bank branch, provide your cash and endorsed checks and a deposit slip to the teller. Both checks and cash can be deposited in-person at any of your bank's locations.
How do you put money into a bank account? ›
How do I deposit money at a bank branch? To deposit money at a bank branch, provide your cash and endorsed checks and a deposit slip to the teller. Both checks and cash can be deposited in-person at any of your bank's locations.
What is the easiest way to pay cash into a bank account? ›
To pay in cash at a branch, you'll need to go to a self-service machine or counter. You'll need your debit card and PIN, business deposit card or a pre-printed paying-in slip. *If you don't have any of these when you visit us, talk to us and we'll see how we can help. You can order a deposit card in Online Banking.
How can someone pay me to my bank account? ›
Use a money-transfer app. Consider a bank-to-bank transfer. Set up a wire transfer. Request your bank send a check.
Can someone put money in bank account? ›
Yes it is possible for anyone else who knows your bank account number, and which bank you are banking with, to make a deposit into your account. That can be legal (but, if it is a large amount from a stranger, is more likely to be part of a crime).
How to deposit money into bank account without going to bank? ›
You may be able to deposit cash into your online bank account using an in-store network of retail locations, a cash-taking network ATM, bank-to-bank transfer, money order, cashier's check or prepaid card.
Can I send money to someone without Zelle? ›
What if the person I'm sending money to hasn't enrolled with Zelle®? If the person you're sending money to hasn't enrolled yet, they'll receive an email or text notification letting them know you've sent them money. They'll be guided through a few simple steps to get enrolled.
How do I send cash to someone? ›
Venmo, Cash App, Google Pay, Zelle, PayPal, and wire transfer are some of the safest way to send money digitally. Money transfer apps are inexpensive and convenient options for paying family and friends. Wire transfers at a bank are ideal for securely sending large amounts domestically or internationally.
Can someone transfer money to my bank account from another bank? ›
A wire transfer is one of the fastest ways to transfer money electronically from one person to another through a bank or a nonbank provider such as Wise, formerly TransferWise. For a domestic wire transfer, you'll need the routing number, account number, the name of the recipient and possibly the recipient's address.
How long does it take for money to go into your bank account? ›
As a result, most bank transfers are instantaneous, although in some cases, payment can take up to two hours. It's important to remember that while Faster Payments aims to provide you with these types of bank transfer times, there's no guarantee that your payment will be cleared on the same day.
Use Wise. The Post Office only lets you make deposits into UK bank accounts. So if you need to make a payment to an international account - your own or someone else's - you'll need an alternative solution. The money services provider Wise is just what you need.
Can I deposit a bank draft into someone else's account? ›
A draft is a negotiable instrument. However, if it is marked Account Payee only, then it can only be deposited into the account of person in whose favor draft has been issued. Otherwise, it can be endorsed by the payee of the draft and can be deposited into the account of person in whose favor draft has been endorsed.
How can I send cash to someone? ›
You can send money without a fee by using P2P payment apps such as Cash App, Google Pay, PayPal, Venmo and Zelle. Note that you may have to pay a fee if you fund your transfer with a credit card, and the recipient may have to pay a fee if they choose to receive the money instantly in their bank account or debit card.
