Compare first direct credit cards for January 2021

Part of the HSBC banking group, first direct was set up in 1989, and claims to be the only UK bank which has enjoyed such a long period of providing service to its customers 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. It offers the full range of financial products – savings, mortgages and insurance – that you’d find at a high street bank, but without the overheads.

first direct’s outlook is decidedly unstuffy and forward-thinking, with its marketing and publicity aimed squarely at a younger audience, and security measures that include voice recognition. Despite having no branches – operating purely online and over the phone – first direct regularly tops customer satisfaction polls.

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Name	Product	Purchases	Balance transfers	Annual/monthly fees	Rep. APR	Incentive	Link
first direct Gold Credit Card		0% for 17 months reverting to 16.9%	16.9% (2.9% fee)	£0	16.9% (variable)	Representative example: When you spend £1,200 at a purchase rate of 16.9% (variable) p.a., your representative rate is 16.9% APR (variable).	More Info	Compare	loading Fetching your data...
first direct Credit Card		18.9%	0% for 27 months (2.29% fee)	£0	18.9% (variable)	Representative example: When you spend £1,200 at a purchase rate of 18.9% (variable) p.a., your representative rate is 18.9% APR (variable).	More Info	Compare	loading Fetching your data...

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What types of credit card does first direct offer?

first direct’s card range is small but perfectly-formed, with just two cards. Both are exclusively available to first direct current account holders.

• 0% balance transfers

  Got an outstanding balance with another bank? That needn’t stop you switching. This type of card allows you to transfer a balance (as the name suggests) to first direct, and enjoy a lengthy period of 0% interest on it. If you do this, you should aim to clear the balance before the end of the 0% period, otherwise a much higher rate kicks in. Work out what you should pay each month by dividing the outstanding sum by the number of months at a 0% rate, and aim not to use the card for spending.
  Learn more about 0% balance transfer cards

• 0% purchases

  If you’re planning to make major purchases on your card, a 0% interest on purchases card effectively lets you spread the cost over a number of months (providing the purchase is within the credit limit that first direct gives you). Remember that if you only make the minimum required payments each month, you’ll have an outstanding balance when the 0% period ends, and a much higher rate will kick in.
  Learn more about 0% purchase cards

Both cards have no annual fee attached, and offer the chance to earn cashback on specific purchases through the separately-administered Visa Offers programme. The cards are Apple Pay and Google Pay-compatible.

How do first direct cards compare against others on the market?

Here are some popular cards offering 0% on balance transfers and purchases.

• Balance Transfer Cards
• 0% Purchase Cards

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Name	Product	Balance transfers	Balance transfer fee	Purchases	Annual/monthly fees	Rep. APR	Incentive	Link
M&S Bank Transfer Plus Mastercard		0% for 25 months reverting to 19.9%	2.85% (min. £5)	0% for 3 months reverting to 19.9%	£0	19.9% (variable)	Earn 1 point for every £1 spent at Marks and Spencer's and 1 point for every £5 spent elsewhere. 100 points = £1 reward voucher. Points will be converted into reward vouchers 4 times a year. Representative example: When you spend £1,200 at a purchase rate of 19.9% (variable) p.a., your representative rate is 19.9% APR (variable).	Check eligibility More Info	Compare	loading Fetching your data...
M&S Bank Shopping Plus Credit Card		0% for 16 months reverting to 19.9%	2.9% (min. £5)	0% for 18 months reverting to 19.9%	£0	19.9% (variable)	Earn 1 point for every £1 spent at Marks and Spencer's and 1 point for every £5 spent elsewhere. 100 points = £1 reward voucher. Points will be converted into reward vouchers 4 times a year. Representative example: When you spend £1,200 at a purchase rate of 19.9% (variable) p.a., your representative rate is 19.9% APR (variable).	Check eligibility More Info	Compare	loading Fetching your data...
HSBC Balance Transfer Credit Card		0% for 25 months reverting to 21.9%	2.85% (min. £5)	0% for 3 months reverting to 21.9%	£0	21.9% (variable)	Discounts and exclusive offers for dining experiences, leisure activities and shopping available through HSBC Home and Away. Representative example: When you spend £1,200 at a purchase rate of 21.9% (variable) p.a., your representative rate is 21.9% APR (variable).	Check eligibility More Info	Compare	loading Fetching your data...
HSBC Purchase Plus Credit Card Visa		0% for 18 months reverting to 22.9%	2.9% (min. £5) for transfers in first 60 days	0% for 18 months reverting to 22.9%	£0	22.9% (variable)	Discounts and exclusive offers for dining experiences, leisure activities and shopping available through HSBC Home and Away. Representative example: When you spend £1,200 at a purchase rate of 22.9% (variable) p.a., your representative rate is 22.9% APR (variable).	Check eligibility More Info	Compare	loading Fetching your data...
first direct Credit Card		0% for 27 months reverting to 18.9%	2.29% (min. £5) for 3 months reverting to 2.9% (min. £5)	18.9%	£0	18.9% (variable)	Representative example: When you spend £1,200 at a purchase rate of 18.9% (variable) p.a., your representative rate is 18.9% APR (variable).	More Info	Compare	loading Fetching your data...
HSBC Premier Credit Card		0% for 18 months reverting to 18.9%	1.4% (min. £5)	0% for 9 months reverting to 18.9%	£0	18.9% (variable)	A selection of rewards from a range of partners. Earn 1 point for every £1 spent within the UK and earn 2 points for every £1 spent outside the UK. Points can be redeemed for shopping vouchers and frequent flyer miles. Representative example: When you spend £1,200 at a purchase rate of 18.9% (variable) p.a., your representative rate is 18.9% APR (variable).	More Info	Compare	loading Fetching your data...
Santander Everyday Credit Card		0% for 18 months reverting to 18.9%	0% for 18 months reverting to 3% (min. £5)	0% for 3 months reverting to 18.9%	£0	18.9% (variable)	Retailer offers - 5 Welcome offers of up to 25% cashback at well-known retailers (must switch on Retailer Offers within 60 days of activating card). Representative example: When you spend £1,200 at a purchase rate of 18.9% (variable) p.a., your representative rate is 18.9% APR (variable).	More Info	Compare	loading Fetching your data...
John Lewis and Waitrose Partnership Mastercard		0% for 18 months reverting to 18.9%	2.9% (min. £5)	0% for 9 months reverting to 18.9%	£0	18.9% (variable)	Earn 5 points for every £4 spent in store or online at John Lewis, Waitrose and John Lewis Insurance. Earn 1 Point for every £4 spent elsewhere. Vouchers issued once customer reaches 500 points in Feb, Jun or Oct when vouchers are automatically issued to customers. Every 500 points is worth £5. Representative example: When you spend £1,200 at a purchase rate of 18.9% (variable) p.a., your representative rate is 18.9% APR (variable).	More Info	Compare	loading Fetching your data...
Halifax 0% Purchase and Balance Transfer Mastercard		0% for 17 months reverting to 19.95%	2.99% for 3 months reverting to 5%	0% for 17 months reverting to 19.95%	£0	19.9% (variable)	Representative example: When you spend £1,200 at a purchase rate of 19.95% (variable) p.a., your representative rate is 19.9% APR (variable).	More Info	Compare	loading Fetching your data...
NatWest Longer Balance Transfer Credit Card Mastercard		0% for 23 months reverting to 19.9%	1.99%	0% for 3 months reverting to 19.9%	£0	19.9% (variable)	Representative example: When you spend £1,200 at a purchase rate of 19.9% (variable) p.a., your representative rate is 19.9% APR (variable).	More Info	Compare	loading Fetching your data...
TSB Platinum Purchase Card		0% for 20 months reverting to 19.95%	2.95% for 3 months reverting to 3%	0% for 20 months reverting to 19.95%	£0	19.9% (variable)	Representative example: When you spend £1,200 at a rate of 19.95% (variable) per annum, your representative APR is 19.9% APR (variable).	More Info	Compare	loading Fetching your data...
Ulster Bank Balance Transfer Credit Card Mastercard		0% for 18 months reverting to 19.9%	0.49%	0% for 3 months reverting to 19.9%	£0	19.9% (variable)	Representative example: When you spend £1,200 at a purchase rate of 19.9% (variable) p.a., your representative rate is 19.9% APR (variable).	More Info	Compare	loading Fetching your data...
Bank of Scotland Platinum 0% Purchase and Balance Transfer Mastercard		0% for 17 months reverting to 19.95%	2.99% for 3 months reverting to 5%	0% for 17 months reverting to 19.95%	£0	19.9% (variable)	Representative example: When you spend £1,200 at a purchase rate of 19.95% (variable) p.a., your representative rate is 19.9% APR (variable).	More Info	Compare	loading Fetching your data...
Bank of Scotland Platinum Low Fee 0% Balance Transfer credit card		0% for 22 months reverting to 19.95%	1.99% for 3 months reverting to 5%	0% for 9 months reverting to 19.95%	£0	19.9% (variable)	Representative example: When you spend £1,200 at a purchase rate of 19.95% (variable) p.a., your representative rate is 19.9% APR (variable).	More Info	Compare	loading Fetching your data...
Ulster Bank Longer Balance Transfer Credit Card Mastercard		0% for 23 months reverting to 19.9%	1.99%	0% for 3 months reverting to 19.9%	£0	19.9% (variable)	Representative example: When you spend £1,200 at a purchase rate of 19.9% (variable) p.a., your representative rate is 19.9% APR (variable).	More Info	Compare	loading Fetching your data...
Royal Bank of Scotland Longer Balance Transfer Credit Card Mastercard		0% for 23 months reverting to 19.9%	1.99%	0% for 3 months reverting to 19.9%	£0	19.9% (variable)	Representative example: When you spend £1,200 at a purchase rate of 19.9% (variable) p.a., your representative rate is 19.9% APR (variable).	More Info	Compare	loading Fetching your data...
The NatWest Balance Transfer Credit Card (eligibility criteria apply)		0% for 18 months reverting to 19.9%	0.49% Transfers must be made within 3 months of account opening	0% for 3 months reverting to 19.9% p.a. (variable)	£0	19.9% (variable)	Representative example: When you spend £1,200 at a purchase rate of 19.9% (variable), your representative rate is 19.9% APR (variable).	More Info	Compare	loading Fetching your data...
Nationwide Member Credit Card All Rounder Offer		0% for 15 months reverting to 19.9%	1.5% (min. £5) for 3 months reverting to 2.4% (min. £5)	0% for 15 months reverting to 19.9%	£0	19.9% (variable)	Representative example: When you spend £1,200 at a purchase rate of 19.9% (variable) p.a., your representative rate is 19.9% APR (variable).	More Info	Compare	loading Fetching your data...
Lloyds Bank Platinum Low Fee 0% Balance Transfer Mastercard		0% for 22 months reverting to 19.94%	1.99% for 3 months reverting to 5%	0% for 9 months reverting to 19.94%	£0	19.9% (variable)	Representative example: When you spend £1,200 at a purchase rate of 19.94% (variable) p.a., your representative rate is 19.9% APR (variable).	More Info	Compare	loading Fetching your data...
Nationwide Member Credit Card Balance Transfer Offer		0% for 18 months reverting to 19.9%	1.5% (min. £5) for 3 months reverting to 2.4% (min. £5)	0% for 3 months reverting to 19.9%	£0	19.9% (variable)	Representative example: When you spend £1,200 at a purchase rate of 19.9% (variable) p.a., your representative rate is 19.9% APR (variable).	More Info	Compare	loading Fetching your data...
TSB Platinum Balance Transfer Card		0% for 28 months reverting to 19.95%	2.95% for 3 months reverting to 3%	0% for 3 months reverting to 19.95%	£0	19.9% (variable)	Representative example: When you spend £1,200 at a rate of 19.95% (variable) per annum, your representative APR is 19.9% APR (variable).	More Info	Compare	loading Fetching your data...
Halifax Low Fee 0% Balance Transfer Credit Card		0% for 23 months reverting to 19.95%	1.5% for 3 months reverting to 5%	0% for 9 months reverting to 19.95%	£0	19.9% (variable)	Representative example: When you spend £1,200 at a purchase rate of 19.95% (variable) p.a., your representative rate is 19.9% APR (variable).	More Info	Compare	loading Fetching your data...
The Royal Bank Balance Transfer Credit Card (eligibility criteria apply)		0% for 18 months reverting to 19.9%	0.49% Transfers must be made within 3 months of account opening	0% for 3 months reverting to 19.9% p.a. (variable)	£0	19.9% (variable)	Representative example: When you spend £1,200 at a purchase rate of 19.9% (variable), your representative rate is 19.9% APR (variable).	More Info	Compare	loading Fetching your data...
Lloyds Bank Platinum 0% Purchase and Balance Transfer Mastercard		0% for 17 months reverting to 19.94%	2.99% for 3 months reverting to 5%	0% for 17 months reverting to 19.94%	£0	19.9% (variable)	Representative example: When you spend £1,200 at a purchase rate of 19.94% (variable) p.a., your representative rate is 19.9% APR (variable).	More Info	Compare	loading Fetching your data...
The Co-operative Bank Balance Transfer Credit Card Visa		0% for 24 months reverting to 20.6%	0%	0% for 4 months reverting to 20.6%	£0	20.6% (variable)	Representative example: When you spend £1,200 at a purchase rate of 20.6% (variable) p.a., your representative rate is 20.6% APR (variable).	More Info	Compare	loading Fetching your data...
Tesco Bank All Round Card		0% for 15 months reverting to 20.94%	1.99% for 15 months reverting to 3.99% (min. £3)	0% for 15 months reverting to 20.94%	£0	20.9% (variable)	1 point per £4 spent (£4 minimum) in Tesco and 1 point per £8 spent (£8 minimum) outside Tesco. Must have available credit to earn points. Points are converted to Tesco vouchers or can be exchanged for Partner rewards to receive money off a variety of restaurants, entertainment or Avios points. Representative example: When you spend £1,200 at a purchase rate of 20.94% (variable) p.a., your representative rate is 20.9% APR (variable).	More Info	Compare	loading Fetching your data...
Tesco Bank Balance Transfer Card		0% for 22 months reverting to 20.94%	2.99% for 22 months reverting to 3.99%	20.94%	£0	20.9% (variable)	1 point per £4 spent (£4 minimum) in Tesco and 1 point per £8 spent (£8 minimum) outside Tesco. Must have available credit to earn points. Points are converted to Tesco vouchers or can be exchanged for Partner rewards to receive money off a variety of restaurants, entertainment or Avios points. Representative example: When you spend £1,200 at a purchase rate of 20.94% (variable) p.a., your representative rate is 20.9% APR (variable).	More Info	Compare	loading Fetching your data...
MBNA 0% Transfer and Purchase Credit Card		0% for 20 months reverting to 20.93%	2.99% for 2 months reverting to 5%	0% for 20 months reverting to 20.93%	£0	20.9% (variable)	Introductory 0% purchase offer only applies to purchases made within 60 days of opening. Representative example: When you spend £1,200 at a purchase rate of 20.93% (variable) p.a., your representative rate is 20.9% APR (variable).	More Info	Compare	loading Fetching your data...
Sainsbury's Bank Nectar Reward Credit Card		0% for 17 months reverting to 20.95%	3% (min. £3)	0% for 17 months reverting to 20.95%	£0	20.9% (variable)	Earn 10,000 Nectar points if £400 spent at Sainsbury's, Argos or Tu Clothing during first two months of opening. Earn up to 3 Nectar points per £1 spent at Sainsbury's and Argos. Earn 1 Nectar point for every £5 spent elsewhere. Representative example: When you spend £1,200 at a purchase rate of 20.95% (variable) p.a., your representative rate is 20.9% APR (variable).		Compare	loading Fetching your data...
Santander All in One Credit Card		0% for 26 months reverting to 15.9%	0% for 26 months reverting to 3% (min. £5)	0% for 26 months reverting to 15.9%	£3 per month	21.7% (variable)	0.5% cashback after £1 of monthly spend. Cashback paid monthly into card account. Maximum spend for cashback purposes is limited to credit limit. Representative example: When you spend £1,200 at a purchase rate of 15.9% (variable) p.a. with a fee of £3 per month, your representative rate is 21.7% APR (variable).	More Info	Compare	loading Fetching your data...
Sainsbury's Bank Dual Offer Credit Card Mastercard		0% for 20 months reverting to 21.95%	3% (min. £3)	0% for 20 months reverting to 21.95%	£0	21.9% (variable)	Earn 750 bonus Nectar points each time £35 or more spent on Sainsbury's shopping, up to ten times in your first 2 months, up to a total of 7,500 points, offer available for new customers. Earn 3 Nectar points per £1 spent in Sainsbury's and Argos. Earn 1 Nectar point for every £5 spent elsewhere. Representative example: When you spend £1,200 at a purchase rate of 21.95% (variable) p.a., your representative rate is 21.9% APR (variable).	More Info	Compare	loading Fetching your data...
Sainsbury’s Bank No Balance Transfer Fee Credit Card		0% for 18 months reverting to 21.95%	0% for 3 months reverting to 1% (min. £3)	0% for 3 months reverting to 21.95%	£0	21.9% (variable)	Earn 750 bonus Nectar points each time £35 or more spent on Sainsbury's shopping, up to ten times in your first 2 months, up to a total of 7,500 points, offer available for new customers. Earn 3 Nectar points per £1 spent in Sainsbury's and Argos. Earn 1 Nectar point for every £5 spent elsewhere. Representative example: When you spend £1,200 at a purchase rate of 21.95% (variable) p.a., your representative rate is 21.9% APR (variable).	More Info	Compare	loading Fetching your data...
Sainsbury's Bank 26 Month Low Balance Transfer Fee Credit Card Mastercard		0% for 26 months reverting to 21.95%	2% (min. £3) for 3 months reverting to 1% (min. £3)	0% for 3 months reverting to 21.95%	£0	21.9% (variable)	Earn 750 bonus Nectar points each time £35 or more spent on Sainsbury's shopping, up to ten times in your first 2 months, up to a total of 7,500 points, offer available for new customers. Earn 3 Nectar points per £1 spent in Sainsbury's and Argos. Earn 1 Nectar point for every £5 spent elsewhere. Representative example: When you spend £1,200 at a purchase rate of 21.95% (variable) p.a., your representative rate is 21.9% APR (variable).	More Info	Compare	loading Fetching your data...
Barclaycard Platinum 18 Month 0% Purchase and Balance Transfer Visa		0% for 18 months reverting to 21.9%	2.9%	0% for 18 months reverting to 21.9%	£0	21.9% (variable)	Buy tickets for up to 3500 selected live events through Barclaycard entertainment and get 5% off tickets per year and exclusive presale tickets on selected festivals with 10% off ticket prices. Representative example: When you spend £1,200 at a purchase rate of 21.9% (variable) p.a., your representative rate is 21.9% APR (variable).	More Info	Compare	loading Fetching your data...
Barclaycard Platinum 20 Month Balance Transfer Visa		0% for 20 months reverting to 21.9%	1.45%	0% for 6 months reverting to 21.9%	£0	21.9% (variable)	Buy tickets for up to 3500 selected live events through Barclaycard entertainment and get 5% off tickets per year and exclusive presale tickets on selected festivals with 10% off ticket prices. Representative example: When you spend £1,200 at a purchase rate of 21.9% (variable) p.a., your representative rate is 21.9% APR (variable).	More Info	Compare	loading Fetching your data...
Virgin Money 19 Month All Round Credit Card Mastercard		0% for 19 months reverting to 21.9%	2.9% for 2 months reverting to 5%	0% for 19 months reverting to 21.9%	£0	21.9% (variable)	Enjoy exclusive offers and rewards on the Virgin Red app. Representative example: When you spend £1,200 at a purchase rate of 21.9% (variable) p.a., your representative rate is 21.9% APR (variable).	More Info	Compare	loading Fetching your data...
Virgin Money 26 Month Balance Transfer Credit Card Mastercard		0% for 26 months reverting to 21.9%	3% for 2 months reverting to 5%	0% for 3 months reverting to 21.9%	£0	21.9% (variable)	Enjoy exclusive offers and rewards on the Virgin Red app. Representative example: When you spend £1,200 at a purchase rate of 21.9% (variable) p.a., your representative rate is 21.9% APR (variable).	More Info	Compare	loading Fetching your data...
Barclaycard Platinum 15 Month No Fee Balance Transfer Visa		0% for 15 months reverting to 21.9%	0%	0% for 6 months reverting to 21.9%	£0	21.9% (variable)	Buy tickets for up to 3500 selected live events through Barclaycard entertainment and get 5% off tickets per year and exclusive presale tickets on selected festivals with 10% off ticket prices. Representative example: When you spend £1,200 at a purchase rate of 21.9% (variable) p.a., your representative rate is 21.9% APR (variable).	More Info	Compare	loading Fetching your data...
Sainsbury's Bank Balance Transfer Credit Card Mastercard		0% for 29 months reverting to 21.95%	3% (min. £3)	0% for 3 months reverting to 21.95%	£0	21.9% (variable)	Earn 750 bonus Nectar points each time £35 or more spent on Sainsbury's shopping, up to ten times in your first 2 months, up to a total of 7,500 points, offer available for new customers. Earn 3 Nectar points per £1 spent in Sainsbury's and Argos. Earn 1 Nectar point for every £5 spent elsewhere. Representative example: When you spend £1,200 at a purchase rate of 21.95% (variable) p.a., your representative rate is 21.9% APR (variable).	More Info	Compare	loading Fetching your data...
Virgin Money 20 Month Balance Transfer Credit Card Mastercard		0% for 20 months reverting to 21.9%	1% for 2 months reverting to 5%	0% for 3 months reverting to 21.9%	£0	21.9% (variable)	Enjoy exclusive offers and rewards on the Virgin Red app. Representative example: When you spend £1,200 at a purchase rate of 21.9% (variable) p.a., your representative rate is 21.9% APR (variable).	More Info	Compare	loading Fetching your data...
IHG Rewards Club Credit Card Mastercard		0% for 12 months reverting to 22.9%	3% (min. £3)	22.9%	£0	22.9% (variable)	Receive 1 IHG Rewards Club point for every £1 spent in the UK. 2 IHG Rewards Club points for every £1 spent at any IHG location in the UK and 2 IHG Rewards Club points for every £1 spent abroad. Representative example: When you spend £1,200 at a purchase rate of 22.9% (variable) p.a., your representative rate is 22.9% APR (variable).	More Info	Compare	loading Fetching your data...
MBNA Long 0% Money Transfer Credit Card		0% for 12 months reverting to 22.93%	4% for 2 months reverting to 5%	22.93%	£0	22.9% (variable)	Representative example: When you spend £1,200 at a purchase rate of 22.93% (variable) p.a., your representative rate is 22.9% APR (variable).	More Info	Compare	loading Fetching your data...
Virgin Money 12 Month All Round Credit Card Mastercard		0% for 12 months reverting to 27.9%	2.9% for 2 months reverting to 5%	0% for 12 months reverting to 27.9%	£0	27.9% (variable)	Enjoy exclusive offers and rewards on the Virgin Red app. Representative example: When you spend £1,200 at a purchase rate of 27.9% (variable) p.a., your representative rate is 27.9% APR (variable).	More Info	Compare	loading Fetching your data...
Virgin Money 16 Month Balance Transfer Credit Card Mastercard		0% for 16 months reverting to 27.9%	3% for 2 months reverting to 5%	0% for 3 months reverting to 27.9%	£0	27.9% (variable)	Enjoy exclusive offers and rewards on the Virgin Red app. Representative example: When you spend £1,200 at a purchase rate of 27.9% (variable) p.a., your representative rate is 27.9% APR (variable).	More Info	Compare	loading Fetching your data...
Santander World Elite Mastercard		0% for 18 months reverting to 18.9%	0% for 18 months reverting to 3% (min. £5)	0% for 18 months reverting to 18.9%	£15 per month	49.8% (variable)	0.5% cashback on £1 to £3000 of monthly spend. Maximum of £15 cashback paid per month. Cashback paid monthly into card account. Representative example: When you spend £1,200 at a purchase rate of 18.9% (variable) p.a. with a fee of £15 per month, your representative rate is 49.8% APR (variable).	More Info	Compare	loading Fetching your data...

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M&S Bank Shopping Plus Credit Card		0% for 18 months reverting to 19.9%	0% for 16 months (2.9% fee)	£0	19.9% (variable)	Earn 1 point for every £1 spent at Marks and Spencer's and 1 point for every £5 spent elsewhere. 100 points = £1 reward voucher. Points will be converted into reward vouchers 4 times a year. Representative example: When you spend £1,200 at a purchase rate of 19.9% (variable) p.a., your representative rate is 19.9% APR (variable).	Check eligibility More Info	Compare	loading Fetching your data...
HSBC Purchase Plus Credit Card Visa		0% for 18 months reverting to 22.9%	0% for 18 months (2.9% fee)	£0	22.9% (variable)	Discounts and exclusive offers for dining experiences, leisure activities and shopping available through HSBC Home and Away. Representative example: When you spend £1,200 at a purchase rate of 22.9% (variable) p.a., your representative rate is 22.9% APR (variable).	Check eligibility More Info	Compare	loading Fetching your data...
M&S Bank Reward Plus Mastercard		0% for 6 months reverting to 19.9%	0% for 6 months (2.9% fee)	£0	19.9% (variable)	Double points on spend in M&S for first 12 months (2 points per £1). Then earn 1 point for every £1 spent at Marks and Spencer's and 1 point for every £5 spent elsewhere. 100 points = £1 reward voucher. Points will be converted into reward vouchers 4 times a year. Representative example: When you spend £1,200 at a purchase rate of 19.9% (variable) p.a., your representative rate is 19.9% APR (variable).	Check eligibility More Info	Compare	loading Fetching your data...
Santander All in One Credit Card		0% for 26 months reverting to 15.9%	0% for 26 months (0% fee)	£3 per month	21.7% (variable)	0.5% cashback after £1 of monthly spend. Cashback paid monthly into card account. Maximum spend for cashback purposes is limited to credit limit. Representative example: When you spend £1,200 at a purchase rate of 15.9% (variable) p.a. with a fee of £3 per month, your representative rate is 21.7% APR (variable).	More Info	Compare	loading Fetching your data...
Tesco Bank Clubcard Plus Credit Card Mastercard		0% for 24 months reverting to 19.944%	21.814% (3.99% fee)	£7.99 per month	37.7% (variable)	1 point per £4 spent (£4 minimum) in Tesco and 1 point per £8 spent (£8 minimum) outside Tesco, must have available credit to earn points. Card can also be used as a Clubcard to collect standard points at 1 point per £1 spent on shopping and 1 point per £2 spent on fuel. Points are converted to Tesco vouchers which can be used towards shopping or exchanged for Partner Rewards. Representative example: When you spend £1,200 at a purchase rate of 19.944% (variable) p.a. with a fee of £7.99 per month, your representative rate is 37.7% APR (variable).	More Info	Compare	loading Fetching your data...
TSB Platinum Purchase Card		0% for 20 months reverting to 19.95%	0% for 20 months (2.95% fee)	£0	19.9% (variable)	Representative example: When you spend £1,200 at a rate of 19.95% (variable) per annum, your representative APR is 19.9% APR (variable).	More Info	Compare	loading Fetching your data...
Sainsbury's Bank Dual Offer Credit Card Mastercard		0% for 20 months reverting to 21.95%	0% for 20 months (3% fee)	£0	21.9% (variable)	Earn 750 bonus Nectar points each time £35 or more spent on Sainsbury's shopping, up to ten times in your first 2 months, up to a total of 7,500 points, offer available for new customers. Earn 3 Nectar points per £1 spent in Sainsbury's and Argos. Earn 1 Nectar point for every £5 spent elsewhere. Representative example: When you spend £1,200 at a purchase rate of 21.95% (variable) p.a., your representative rate is 21.9% APR (variable).	More Info	Compare	loading Fetching your data...
MBNA 0% Transfer and Purchase Credit Card		0% for 20 months reverting to 20.93%	0% for 20 months (2.99% fee)	£0	20.9% (variable)	Introductory 0% purchase offer only applies to purchases made within 60 days of opening. Representative example: When you spend £1,200 at a purchase rate of 20.93% (variable) p.a., your representative rate is 20.9% APR (variable).	More Info	Compare	loading Fetching your data...
Virgin Money 19 Month All Round Credit Card Mastercard		0% for 19 months reverting to 21.9%	0% for 19 months (2.9% fee)	£0	21.9% (variable)	Enjoy exclusive offers and rewards on the Virgin Red app. Representative example: When you spend £1,200 at a purchase rate of 21.9% (variable) p.a., your representative rate is 21.9% APR (variable).	More Info	Compare	loading Fetching your data...
Tesco Bank Purchases Card		0% for 18 months reverting to 20.94%	0% for 3 months (2.99% fee)	£0	20.9% (variable)	1 point per £4 spent (£4 minimum) in Tesco and 1 point per £8 spent (£8 minimum) outside Tesco. Must have available credit to earn points. Points are converted to Tesco vouchers or can be exchanged for Partner rewards to receive money off a variety of restaurants, entertainment or Avios points. Representative example: When you spend £1,200 at a purchase rate of 20.94% (variable) p.a., your representative rate is 20.9% APR (variable).	More Info	Compare	loading Fetching your data...
Santander World Elite Mastercard		0% for 18 months reverting to 18.9%	0% for 18 months (0% fee)	£15 per month	49.8% (variable)	0.5% cashback on £1 to £3000 of monthly spend. Maximum of £15 cashback paid per month. Cashback paid monthly into card account. Representative example: When you spend £1,200 at a purchase rate of 18.9% (variable) p.a. with a fee of £15 per month, your representative rate is 49.8% APR (variable).	More Info	Compare	loading Fetching your data...
Barclaycard Platinum 18 Month 0% Purchase and Balance Transfer Visa		0% for 18 months reverting to 21.9%	0% for 18 months (2.9% fee)	£0	21.9% (variable)	Buy tickets for up to 3500 selected live events through Barclaycard entertainment and get 5% off tickets per year and exclusive presale tickets on selected festivals with 10% off ticket prices. Representative example: When you spend £1,200 at a purchase rate of 21.9% (variable) p.a., your representative rate is 21.9% APR (variable).	More Info	Compare	loading Fetching your data...
Sainsbury's Bank Nectar Reward Credit Card		0% for 17 months reverting to 20.95%	0% for 17 months (3% fee)	£0	20.9% (variable)	Earn 10,000 Nectar points if £400 spent at Sainsbury's, Argos or Tu Clothing during first two months of opening. Earn up to 3 Nectar points per £1 spent at Sainsbury's and Argos. Earn 1 Nectar point for every £5 spent elsewhere. Representative example: When you spend £1,200 at a purchase rate of 20.95% (variable) p.a., your representative rate is 20.9% APR (variable).		Compare	loading Fetching your data...
Lloyds Bank Platinum 0% Purchase and Balance Transfer Mastercard		0% for 17 months reverting to 19.94%	0% for 17 months (2.99% fee)	£0	19.9% (variable)	Representative example: When you spend £1,200 at a purchase rate of 19.94% (variable) p.a., your representative rate is 19.9% APR (variable).	More Info	Compare	loading Fetching your data...
Halifax 0% Purchase and Balance Transfer Mastercard		0% for 17 months reverting to 19.95%	0% for 17 months (2.99% fee)	£0	19.9% (variable)	Representative example: When you spend £1,200 at a purchase rate of 19.95% (variable) p.a., your representative rate is 19.9% APR (variable).	More Info	Compare	loading Fetching your data...
first direct Gold Credit Card		0% for 17 months reverting to 16.9%	16.9% (2.9% fee)	£0	16.9% (variable)	Representative example: When you spend £1,200 at a purchase rate of 16.9% (variable) p.a., your representative rate is 16.9% APR (variable).	More Info	Compare	loading Fetching your data...
Bank of Scotland Platinum 0% Purchase and Balance Transfer Mastercard		0% for 17 months reverting to 19.95%	0% for 17 months (2.99% fee)	£0	19.9% (variable)	Representative example: When you spend £1,200 at a purchase rate of 19.95% (variable) p.a., your representative rate is 19.9% APR (variable).	More Info	Compare	loading Fetching your data...
Tesco Bank All Round Card		0% for 15 months reverting to 20.94%	0% for 15 months (1.99% fee)	£0	20.9% (variable)	1 point per £4 spent (£4 minimum) in Tesco and 1 point per £8 spent (£8 minimum) outside Tesco. Must have available credit to earn points. Points are converted to Tesco vouchers or can be exchanged for Partner rewards to receive money off a variety of restaurants, entertainment or Avios points. Representative example: When you spend £1,200 at a purchase rate of 20.94% (variable) p.a., your representative rate is 20.9% APR (variable).	More Info	Compare	loading Fetching your data...
Nationwide Member Credit Card All Rounder Offer		0% for 15 months reverting to 19.9%	0% for 15 months (1.5% fee)	£0	19.9% (variable)	Representative example: When you spend £1,200 at a purchase rate of 19.9% (variable) p.a., your representative rate is 19.9% APR (variable).	More Info	Compare	loading Fetching your data...
Virgin Money 12 Month All Round Credit Card Mastercard		0% for 12 months reverting to 27.9%	0% for 12 months (2.9% fee)	£0	27.9% (variable)	Enjoy exclusive offers and rewards on the Virgin Red app. Representative example: When you spend £1,200 at a purchase rate of 27.9% (variable) p.a., your representative rate is 27.9% APR (variable).	More Info	Compare	loading Fetching your data...
Santander Zero Credit Card Mastercard		0% for 12 months reverting to 18.9%	0% for 1 months (3% fee)	£0	18.9% (variable)	Retailer offers - 5 Welcome offers of up to 25% cashback at well-known retailers (must switch on Retailer Offers within 60 days of activating card). Representative example: When you spend £1,200 at a purchase rate of 18.9% (variable) p.a., your representative rate is 18.9% APR (variable).	More Info	Compare	loading Fetching your data...
TSB Classic Credit Card Mastercard		0% for 10 months reverting to 26.95%	0% for 10 months (2.95% fee)	£0	26.9% (variable)	Representative example: When you spend £1,200 at a purchase rate of 26.95% (variable) p.a., your representative rate is 26.9% APR (variable).	More Info	Compare	loading Fetching your data...
Virgin Money Travel Credit Card		0% for 9 months reverting to 21.9%	0% for 9 months (2% fee)	£0	21.9% (variable)	Enjoy exclusive offers and rewards on the Virgin Red app. Representative example: When you spend £1,200 at a purchase rate of 21.9% (variable) p.a., your representative rate is 21.9% APR (variable).	More Info	Compare	loading Fetching your data...
Lloyds Bank Platinum Low Fee 0% Balance Transfer Mastercard		0% for 9 months reverting to 19.94%	0% for 22 months (1.99% fee)	£0	19.9% (variable)	Representative example: When you spend £1,200 at a purchase rate of 19.94% (variable) p.a., your representative rate is 19.9% APR (variable).	More Info	Compare	loading Fetching your data...
John Lewis and Waitrose Partnership Mastercard		0% for 9 months reverting to 18.9%	0% for 18 months (2.9% fee)	£0	18.9% (variable)	Earn 5 points for every £4 spent in store or online at John Lewis, Waitrose and John Lewis Insurance. Earn 1 Point for every £4 spent elsewhere. Vouchers issued once customer reaches 500 points in Feb, Jun or Oct when vouchers are automatically issued to customers. Every 500 points is worth £5. Representative example: When you spend £1,200 at a purchase rate of 18.9% (variable) p.a., your representative rate is 18.9% APR (variable).	More Info	Compare	loading Fetching your data...
HSBC Premier Credit Card		0% for 9 months reverting to 18.9%	0% for 18 months (1.4% fee)	£0	18.9% (variable)	A selection of rewards from a range of partners. Earn 1 point for every £1 spent within the UK and earn 2 points for every £1 spent outside the UK. Points can be redeemed for shopping vouchers and frequent flyer miles. Representative example: When you spend £1,200 at a purchase rate of 18.9% (variable) p.a., your representative rate is 18.9% APR (variable).	More Info	Compare	loading Fetching your data...
Halifax Low Fee 0% Balance Transfer Credit Card		0% for 9 months reverting to 19.95%	0% for 23 months (1.5% fee)	£0	19.9% (variable)	Representative example: When you spend £1,200 at a purchase rate of 19.95% (variable) p.a., your representative rate is 19.9% APR (variable).	More Info	Compare	loading Fetching your data...
Bank of Scotland Platinum Low Fee 0% Balance Transfer credit card		0% for 9 months reverting to 19.95%	0% for 22 months (1.99% fee)	£0	19.9% (variable)	Representative example: When you spend £1,200 at a purchase rate of 19.95% (variable) p.a., your representative rate is 19.9% APR (variable).	More Info	Compare	loading Fetching your data...
HSBC Rewards Credit Card		0% for 6 months reverting to 21.9%	0% for 6 months (2% fee)	£0	21.9% (variable)	Earn up to 10 points for every £1 spent at selected retailers and 1 point for every £5 spent elsewhere. Bonus 2,500 reward points on anniversary if £10,000 spent in previous year for first 5 years. Representative example: When you spend £1,200 at a purchase rate of 21.9% (variable) p.a., your representative rate is 21.9% APR (variable).	More Info	Compare	loading Fetching your data...
Barclaycard Platinum 20 Month Balance Transfer Visa		0% for 6 months reverting to 21.9%	0% for 20 months (1.45% fee)	£0	21.9% (variable)	Buy tickets for up to 3500 selected live events through Barclaycard entertainment and get 5% off tickets per year and exclusive presale tickets on selected festivals with 10% off ticket prices. Representative example: When you spend £1,200 at a purchase rate of 21.9% (variable) p.a., your representative rate is 21.9% APR (variable).	More Info	Compare	loading Fetching your data...
Barclaycard Platinum 15 Month No Fee Balance Transfer Visa		0% for 6 months reverting to 21.9%	0% for 15 months (0% fee)	£0	21.9% (variable)	Buy tickets for up to 3500 selected live events through Barclaycard entertainment and get 5% off tickets per year and exclusive presale tickets on selected festivals with 10% off ticket prices. Representative example: When you spend £1,200 at a purchase rate of 21.9% (variable) p.a., your representative rate is 21.9% APR (variable).	More Info	Compare	loading Fetching your data...
Barclaycard Business Premium Plus Credit Card Mastercard		0% for 6 months reverting to 14.9%	N/A	£150 per annum	49.4% (variable)	0.5% after £1 of yearly spend. Maximum of £400 cashback paid per year. Cashback paid Anniversary into Card Account. If less than £10 Cashback earned in any Cashback Year, it will not be credited to the account and will not be carried forward to the following year. Representative example: When you spend £1,200 at a purchase rate of 14.9% (variable) p.a. with a fee of £150 per annum, your representative rate is 49.4% APR (variable).	More Info	Compare	loading Fetching your data...

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What benefits can I expect from a first direct credit card?

• Strong customer support. first direct is the original telephone bank, and 24-hour banking service is available to help you make one-off payments, or set up regular payments, or to answer any questions about your credit card account.
• Online account management. first direct’s online banking portal is the place to access a range of options and services attached to your card.
• Additional cards. Additional cards can be issued on a single account, but if you apply, you must also hold a first direct current account. With multiple users, it’s normally possible to earn cashback rewards faster.
• first direct app. If you’re registered for online banking with first direct, you can find the app in Google Play or Apple’s App Store. Use this to do lots of clever things on your first direct credit card account, including setting up one-off or regular payments.

Applying for a first direct credit card

Applying online for a first direct credit card is quick, easy and secure, and takes about 15 minutes.

Eligibility requirements

To qualify for a first direct credit card, you need to:

• Be a UK resident.
• Be over 18 years old.
• Hold a first direct current account, which you need to credit with at least £1,000 per calendar month (after the first six months of holding the account).
• Not have any outstanding County Court Judgments.
• Ensure that you can meet the monthly repayments, as missed payments incur a charge and could have severe consequences on your ability to obtain future credit.

Why might your application not be approved?

If you meet the broad criteria outlined above, but have a history of bad debt or no credit history, you could be rejected. Also, if you have been made the subject of a CCJ you may not be accepted, and you are unlikely to be given a card if you have ever declared bankruptcy.

Frequently-asked questions about first direct credit cards

• Will I be charged for using a first direct credit card abroad?

  Any transactions made in any currency other than sterling will attract a standard transaction fee, which is a set percentage of the transaction amount. For overseas cash withdrawals, you may also be charged a separate fee, on a fixed percentage basis, but subject to a minimum charge.

• How can I keep track of my account?

  As a fully online bank, first direct lets you carry out the full range of transactions and do much more with your credit card account online, or via its 24-hour phone banking service.

• Is there a minimum income requirement?

  You have to pay at least £1,000 per month into a first direct current account.

• I have a first direct Mastercard credit card, how can I access Priceless Cities?

  All Mastercard credit cardholders are entitled to use their Priceless Cities rewards programme which offers access to exclusive experiences and discounts.

• What credit card services can I use through the first direct online banking app?

  Amongst other things, the app lets you do the following:

  • View your balances and most recent transactions.
  • Create new payments to people and companies.
  • Make payments to people and companies you’ve paid before.
  • Make a payment to your credit card account.
  • Set up, view, amend amounts of and cancel standing orders on your accounts.