Premium Bonds can make a special gift for a child under 16.

Until the child’s 16th birthday the parent or guardian nominated on the application looks after the Bonds, regardless of who buys them.

We’ll send confirmation of any transactions made, prizes won and payment for cashed in Bonds to the nominated parent or guardian until the child is 16.

Buying for your own child

Parents or legal guardians can apply online, by phone or by post. If your child already has some Premium Bonds and you want to buy some more online or by phone, you’ll need to be registered first. This could take a few days while we set up your registration.

Buying for someone else’s child

You can apply online or by post. You can ask us to send you an electronic or paper gift card for you to pass on to the child. We’ll also send you an acknowledgement of your investment. But only the nominated parent or guardian will be able to manage and cash in the Bonds.