A building society roll number on card is usually not printed on debit cards. In most cases, you will not find the roll number on the front or back of your card.
Instead, the roll number is provided through official account records, online banking, or written communication from the building society.
Where to Find Your Building Society Roll Number
If a payment form asks for a roll number, check the following places:
- Account opening or welcome letters
- Online or mobile banking account details
- Savings or ISA statements
- Emails or letters from the building society
- Customer support on the provider’s official website
Debit cards normally only show:
- Card number
- Expiry date
- Cardholder name
- Security code (CVV)
They do not include roll numbers. This is confirmed by major financial institutions such as HSBC and Nationwide Building Society.
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Roll numbers are commonly requested for:
- Savings accounts
- ISAs
- Older building society accounts
If you don’t have a roll number:
- Leave the field blank if the form allows it
- Enter the roll number exactly as shown in your account details
- Contact your building society before submitting
Entering the wrong roll number can cause payment delays or failures, as outlined in official guidance from GOV.UK – Bank and building society accounts.
Important Note
Not all building society accounts use roll numbers. Many newer accounts no longer require one, even if the provider is still a building society.
FAQs
Is the building society roll number printed on the card?
No, it is not printed on debit cards.
Can I use my debit card number instead?
No. Card numbers and roll numbers are different and not interchangeable.
Will payments fail without a roll number?
Only if the specific account requires one.
Do all building societies still use roll numbers?
No. Many have phased them out for newer accounts.
Who can confirm my roll number?
Your building society’s official customer support team.
