A direct debit is a convenient and efficient method for making a variety of payments but is usually best suited to small to medium recurring payments of a fixed amount such as insurance premiums. Care should be taken before giving a direct debit authority for unpredictable expenses or for amounts that can vary significantly.
You will usually give direct debit authority to a merchant, which permits them to directly debit your nominated account with us in payment for goods and services. You should always review your bank statements to ensure that the merchant is debiting your account in accordance with your authority.
You can cancel a direct debit authority that is linked to an account with us by either contacting the biller or us. If you contact us we will promptly process your instruction to cancel the direct debit authority.
You should maintain sufficient funds in your account to cover the cheques that you write. |