I'll be a student in the UK for at least one year. While there are many threads dedicated to unanimously deciding the process is a long, painstakingly near-impossible one, I've yet to see someone recommend a specific type of account and/or bank. (Especially since newer regulations have been implemented). If anyone knows of a FREE way of opening a UK bank account without an established residency, please share details. Thanks.
posted by Steve073190
on Sep 26, 2010 -
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I've got several trips to the UK coming up. I typically only travel with my 3G iPad, and while the last few trips I've been lucky in finding wifi, I'm considering trying to get the iPad's data service working.
Anyone have recommendations for a prepaid data SIM that I can use with my iPad in the UK (requires a microSIM, not a normal SIM)?
posted by kaszeta
on Sep 23, 2010 -
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The British Consulate Visa Section in LA today COMPLETELY MISSED the fact my visa application was entitled to priority service from UK-Worldbridge Service despite the priority service notice being the first thing they would have seen upon opening the envelope. My university in Birmingham has been extremely bad at getting documents to me and I start in a week and a half. Is there any way I can notify the consulate that I have made a priority service application and so it should be treated as such?
posted by parmanparman
on Sep 20, 2010 -
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How can I buy a pair of shoes only sold in the UK?
There is a pair of Clarks that I want but the model is only available in the UK. The website will only ship with in the UK and the US retail stores can't order them. I have an email into Clarks UK and I'm awaiting an answer.
I don't know anyone in the UK so I cant ask them to buy them and ship them.
Is there a way I can buy them and get them to New Jersey? Some sort of shipping relay?
posted by nivekraz
on Sep 15, 2010 -
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Where can I buy a really good pair of gent's shoes in the UK that will fit me perfectly and last me at least a decade? Budget is I guess up to £500 GBP.
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posted by chill
on Sep 14, 2010 -
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What combines nicely with a juicer to make an awesome wedding gift? My cousin and her SO got married a couple weeks ago, I'll be going to see them in 3 weeks. Want to take a lovely gift. Details inside.
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posted by darsh
on Sep 13, 2010 -
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My girlfriend was born in England to two USA citizens. She is now 31, a run-of-the-mill USA citizen and USA resident. Can she get dual citizenship in the EU via the UK, or is it far too late? What is the big picture? What is the first step?
posted by zeek321
on Sep 12, 2010 -
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UK banking query: I bank at the Co-operative Bank, which has just one branch in my town, miles from where i live & work. Can I i) pay cash in at any other bank [eg HSBC, Barclays, etc] via the counter and deposit in my account; ii) does this cost money? iii) does it take time to 'clear'?
posted by dash_slot-
on Sep 12, 2010 -
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I am a US graduate student, accepted into a graduate program in the UK. I have been having significant problems getting my UK Visa processed. I'm wondering if this is typical, and if I should be worried about my chances of going to the UK being jeopardized as a result of these difficulties?
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posted by iamkimiam
on Sep 5, 2010 -
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UK Benefits: What should I do? I'm returning to work after a period of illness but it's complicated.
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posted by anonymous
on Sep 3, 2010 -
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I am an American who would like to set up a legitimate bank account in the UK and I have some questions
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posted by anonymous
on Aug 26, 2010 -
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Europeans using PayPal to bill customers in the U.S. or U.K., can you help me? I want to bill for services using PayPal, and then transfer the money to my Greek bank account. Greece uses the Euro. I'd like to bill in dollars for my U.S. clients, but I'm a PayPal newbie as far as receiving funds is concerned. Is there something that I should know about fees or ... um ... anything, really. I don't even know what I don't know! Any tips/advice will be helpful; don't assume it's too minor. :)
posted by taz
on Aug 25, 2010 -
12 answers
I am thinking about living off savings of about £15000 for a couple of years. How can I best manage my money?
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posted by caek
on Aug 23, 2010 -
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I'm try to find a music video (most likely Rap or R&B) that portrayed two young kids as drug dealers.
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posted by nam3d
on Aug 17, 2010 -
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What can two thirty year old dudes do for a few days? We are in Dorset in the UK and have access to cash and a car. Camping will probably be involved, but where shall we go? And what shall we do? Outdoor pursuits and drinking of real ale and cider sound good, any suggestions?
posted by mooreeasyvibe
on Aug 17, 2010 -
6 answers
Who can I ask to be my referee when I apply to university this year? I have no appropriate professional relationships, I cannot ask a friend or family member, and I have been out of school for three years.
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posted by anonymous
on Aug 9, 2010 -
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What are the most popular, clichéd touristy things to do in London? You know, like posing with the Queen's guards, taking a ride in the Eye, and eating fish and chips.
posted by nitsuj
on Jul 27, 2010 -
37 answers
How should a couple fill a day while getting from Manchester, England to Milngavie, Scotland (possibly via Glasgow)?
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posted by TrarNoir
on Jul 24, 2010 -
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Short-term asylum for Spanish domestic violence victims fleeing to the UK, or related advice? Much more inside.
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posted by collectallfour
on Jul 20, 2010 -
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Bike/sport enthusiasts: can a daily bike commuter but otherwise not sporty person hope to finish a 120 miles bike ride in one go?
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posted by Sijeka
on Jul 17, 2010 -
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I really want to get two tickets to the third day of the third test between England and Pakistan at the Oval (in London). The only tickets on public sale are in the premium section at £100ish each. Any cricket fans know if there's likely to be another release of tickets nearer the time, or whether there's any other legitimate avenue for buying tickets?
posted by ascullion
on Jul 16, 2010 -
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An eye care two parter: optician in London and is it ok to wear a single contact?
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posted by Mutant
on Jul 11, 2010 -
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What's the best/cheapest way to adapt a power cord from the UK to an outlet in North America?
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posted by Kippersoft
on Jul 2, 2010 -
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I am a 32 year old amateur chef in the UK. If I wanted to become a professional chef, Where would I start?
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posted by cilantro
on Jun 29, 2010 -
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UK Weddings: What are the legal requirements for leading a wedding ceremony in the UK?
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posted by Ampa
on Jun 22, 2010 -
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Some months ago I came across a site that, I think, makes products from bespoke designs by young designers, or at least makes such products available for purchase. I think (am almost certain in fact) that it is based in the UK. I cannot remember the site and no amount of searching turns it up.
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posted by derMax
on Jun 22, 2010 -
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[UK only] What equivalents are there to Pizza Express and Wagamama for different food types? i.e. ubiquitous, reasonably priced, appeals to all ages, and specialises in one sort of food.
posted by djgh
on Jun 20, 2010 -
17 answers
YouAreNotMyAccountantFilter: I own a tiny UK Limited Liability Company. It has done quite badly and made about 1000 pounds in the last year. My accountant has just informed me that he wants 900 of those to do last year's accounts and HMRC/Company House filing.
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posted by Zarkonnen
on Jun 17, 2010 -
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I’m London-based and I have a car. I need the focus of being away from home in a new and engaging locale in order to write. I need somewhere in mainland Britain, driveable in 1 day from London (a long drive is fine) where I can find reasonably-priced accommodation.
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posted by Hugobaron
on Jun 14, 2010 -
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So next week I'll be paying off our mortgage and I've got a few questions.
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posted by Mutant
on Jun 13, 2010 -
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Are either a formal caution or fixed penalty charge classed as 'criminal convictions' for the sake of a job application in the UK?
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posted by anonymous
on Jun 6, 2010 -
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I'm moving from Canada to the UK and just have one giant, bank sized hurdle that just refuses to be jumped over. Help?
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posted by Planet F
on Jun 1, 2010 -
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Question about flat rental in England. A friend and I will soon be moving out of our current places and sharing a flat together. I'll need to sign a contract for a flat while he's out of the country. How can we end up in a situation where we're both on the tenancy agreement with equal status, as if he'd been present to sign originally?
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posted by metaBugs
on May 19, 2010 -
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A question for native speakers of UK English: With formal writing, can you readily distinguish between US and UK English? If you were reading something that supposedly targeted a UK audience and an Americanism cropped up, would you find that distracting?
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posted by adamrice
on May 18, 2010 -
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If you were to throw a British-themed party weekend for a 9, 6, and 4 year old – something both fun and (relatively) educational – what activities would come to mind?
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posted by allisonrae
on May 17, 2010 -
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Please explain the UK's Home Secretary Cabinet position to an interested American.
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posted by zooropa
on May 12, 2010 -
19 answers
My boss' small business, an exhibition, spends a lot of money on electricity due to all of the display cabinet's lights. Is there a grant or loan we can get to change over to low power lights? We are in England.
posted by By The Grace of God
on May 11, 2010 -
2 answers
how can I watch BBC's iPlayer in the US? A one-step solution is ideal, without having to install and configure a system-wide proxy (which is the current way I can think of doing it). Some software or plugin custom-setup for iPlayer?
posted by lrodman
on May 8, 2010 -
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