What are banks’ opening hours over Christmas 2023?

You might already be anticipating the wads of Christmas money Father Christmas will bring you this year.

Or perhaps you just have to keep on top of your bills as the festivities happen around you.

Whatever the reason though, many of us may need to pop to our local bank over the festive period.

But just when are the banks open over Christmas? Here’s what you need to know…

Are banks open on Christmas Eve?

Given Christmas falls on a Monday this year, Tuesday will be our Boxing Day bank holiday and New Year’s Day will fall on a Monday too.

This means all banks will be closed on Monday, December 25, and Tuesday, December 26.

It’s best to check with your bank and local branches to see what time they’ll be closing this Christmas Eve if you do have any last-minute business to attend to pre-Christmas – as it’ll be your last chance for a few days.

Are banks open on Christmas Day?

Banks will be closed on Christmas Day.

If you need to withdraw cash, you can still use a cash machine.

Similarly, you’ll be able to pay using online banking, but payments and deposits might take longer to process.

Are banks open on Boxing Day?

The vast majority of banks will be closed on Boxing Day.

Are banks open on December 27?

As Christmas Day falls on a Monday this year, most banks will be open on December 27 and will return to normal opening hours.

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