Kite the free debit card for kids

 

Kite: the free debit card for kids


Manage your kid’s pocket money from your Starling account with our award-winning free debit card and app for 6-15 year olds.

How to apply

Keep it simple with Kite

  • Easy set up
    From your Starling personal or joint account

  • Instant phone notifications
    Every time your child spends or receives money

  • Automatic top-ups
    For weekly or monthly pocket money

  • A free Mastercard debit card
    Made from 95% recycled plastic!

Why choose Kite?

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It’s free!

There’s no charge to open a Kite space. You can find out about any fees related to Kite in the ‘Rates, Fees and Charges’ section of the personal or joint current account terms, depending on the account type the Kite Space is linked to.

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A kids version of the app

Less pestering, more power - kids can check their balance and track their spending from their own device, not just by looking at your app.

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Stress-free birthday money

Allow family and friends to put money on your kid’s Kite card with a unique and secure KiteLink. No account details, no cheques, no nonsense.

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Smart money tools

See how your kid spends their money. Set controls, access their balance and spending history - and start money conversations with them.

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