Principality Building Society Roll Number
Short answer: yes, Principality Building Society uses a roll number as the reference for some accounts. As a building society, certain savings accounts are identified by a roll number rather than by an account number alone.
If someone needs to pay money into your Principality account, your roll number is often the reference that makes sure it reaches you. Here's how it works.
At a glance
- Does Principality BS use roll numbers?
- Yes, for some accounts
- What it is
- Your account reference
- Used for
- Payments into your account
- Where to find it
- Passbook, statement or app
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To pay into your Principality Building Society account by bank transfer, set it up as a new payee with these details:
Where to find your number: a statement, or by logging in online.
The payment may show as going to Barclays — that's normal, Principality uses Barclays for its banking.
Details verified against each provider’s official “paying in” page in 2026. Always double-check the current sort code, account number and reference in your provider’s app, passbook or latest statement before sending money — collecting accounts can change, and the reference must be exact or the payment may be returned.
Key Takeaways
- Principality, the largest building society in Wales, uses a roll number as the account reference for some accounts.
- When money is paid in, the roll number usually goes in the payment reference field so it reaches the right account.
- Payments are typically sent to a shared Principality sort code and account number, with your roll number as the reference.
- You'll find your roll number on your passbook, statement, or in online and mobile banking.
Does Principality Building Society use a roll number?
Yes, for certain accounts. As a building society, Principality identifies some accounts with a roll number, a unique reference tied to your account. Not every account uses one, and some newer accounts come with a standard account number instead.
How to pay into a Principality account
To pay money into a Principality savings account, the sender usually needs:
- the society's sort code and account number (a shared one Principality provides), and
- your roll number in the payment reference field, so it reaches your specific account.
If you are unsure of the details, check your paperwork or ask Principality directly rather than guessing.
Where to find your Principality roll number
- Passbook — printed on the front or inside.
- Statement — shown near your account details.
- Online or mobile banking — on the account summary or details screen.
- Original account paperwork — the welcome letter or certificate.
Principality vs a bank
Principality, Yorkshire, Coventry and Newcastle are building societies and may use roll numbers. Santander, Halifax and TSB are banks and use a sort code and account number instead.
Frequently asked questions
Does Principality Building Society have a roll number?
Yes, for some accounts. It is your account reference, used when money is paid in.
Where do I find my Principality roll number?
On your passbook, statement, or in online and mobile banking.
What do I put in a roll number field for Principality?
Your Principality roll number, alongside the society's sort code and account number.
General information only, not financial advice. Check with your bank or building society for your exact details.
