What do you need to set up a direct debit to a company? Do you need a debit card?

Question

Me and my idiot friend are trying to dispute what you need but he won't believe me. Also do you have to have a current account or can it be any type of account?

Answer 1

money creates the account

apply for debit card after you have money in the account

Answer 2

To setup for direct debit, you do not need to have a debit card.  All you need is the account.  The vendor who will be direct debiting will need to have the bank ID and your account number to set it up.  

Debit card is only an added convenience to you so that you can conduct transactions at ATMs instead of with a bank teller.

Best wishes.