How do I cancel an overdraft?

You can cancel a personal overdraft with us over the phone or in your branch. To cancel an overdraft, your account must be in credit.

Central Credit Register (CCR) Reporting is based on your account balance at the end of each month. It is important to ensure you have sufficient funds in your account to cover any transactions, including interest and fees. This is outlined in your Current Account Terms and Conditions under the section titled Operating Your Account.

If your overdraft is removed during the month and your account does not have enough funds to cover fees or interest at month-end, this will be reported as an outstanding balance to the CCR.

What is the Central Credit Register?

Cancellation of overdrafts are permanent. If you require an overdraft in the future you must apply for it online.

My account is in credit

You can call us on the following numbers once your account is in credit:

Republic of Ireland

9am to 6pm Monday to Friday

9am to 5pm Bank holidays

Saturday 10am-2pm

Closed Sunday

Please note that your account must remain in credit during the cancellation process. Your account should remain in credit for 24 hours. For example: for an overdraft of €1,000 and you wish to cancel this overdraft your account balance must stay above €0 to allow this cancellation to take effect.

  • Branch cancellation

    You may also visit your local Bank of Ireland branch to cancel your overdraft.

    A written instruction can also be accepted by your branch by post. Allow extra time for postage and branch opening times; Ensure your account remains in credit for that period.

 

How to get your account into credit

If your account is not in credit, you can add money by:

Alternatively, you can clear your overdraft when you next receive regular payments like your wages or pension.

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