How to close and cancel your credit card account

Protect your finances and your credit rating by learning how to cancel and close a credit card account the right way.

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Aug 9, 2021

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Taking scissors to your credit card may stop you from using it, but it doesn’t mean that the account has been closed. Open credit card accounts can accrue fees, leave you vulnerable to undetected fraud and have an impact on your credit rating. So, if you no longer have a use for your credit card, learn how to cancel and close it the right way in order to avoid problems in the future.

How to contact your bank to close your credit card account

You can organise to cancel your credit card at any time by calling your bank or credit card provider. Below, we’ve included contact details for the major credit card providers in the UK, but you could also just call the number on the back of your credit card.

If you have an American Express credit card, make sure you only contact American Express if they are your credit card provider. If you have a credit card from another provider (eg Lloyds or British Airways) on the American Express card network, you need to contact the provider directly.

Provider	Contact information
American Express	Contact the customer service number on the back of your card (different lines apply for different card products)
Asda Money	Log in to your account manager on the Asda Money website
Aqua	0333 220 2691
Barclaycard	0800 151 0900 (landline), 0333 200 9090 (mobile) or +44 1604 230 230 (abroad). \| 24 hours. 7 days a week
Capital One	0344 481 2812 \| 24 hours. 7 days a week
Debenhams	0333 220 2519 \| 8am to 9pm. 7 days a week
First Direct	0345 610 0100 \| 24 hours. 7 days a week
Halifax	0345 944 4555 \| 7am – 11pm. 7 days a week
HSBC	0345 740 4404 \| 8am – 10pm. 7 days a week
Lloyds Bank	0345 606 2196 (UK), +44 1702 278 272 (abroad). \| 7am – 11pm. 7 days a week
M&S Bank	0345 900 0900 \| 24 hours. 7 days a week
Metro Bank	0345 08 08 500 \| 24 hours. 7 days a week
Post Office Money	0345 607 6500 \| 8am-8pm (Mon-Fri); 9am-5pm (Sat); Closed Sun
Royal Bank of Scotland	0370 907 0010 (UK) +44 1268 508018 (abroad) 0800 141 3999 (minicom) \| 24 hours. 7 days a week
SAGA	0345 603 5468 (UK) +44 28 9032 8562 (abroad) \| 24 hours. 7 days a week
Sainsbury’s Bank	0808 540 5060 (UK) +44 131 549 8040 (abroad) \| 8am – 12am (Mon–Fri); 8am – 6pm (Sat-Sun)
Santander	0800 912 3123 \| 7am – 9pm (Mon-Sat) and 8am – 9pm (Sun)
Tesco Bank	0345 300 4278 \| 24 hours. 7 days a week
TSB	0345 835 3846 (UK) +44 203 284 1581 (abroad) \| 7am – 11pm. 7 days a week
Vanquis	0330 099 3000 \| 24 hours. 7 days a week
Virgin Money	0800 011 3210 (UK) +44 191 284 9005 (abroad) \| 24 hours. 7 days a week

Steps to cancel your credit card

Closing your credit card account isn’t complicated, but there are a few steps you should take before calling your bank or cutting your card in half.

Pay off your balance. You won’t be able to cancel a credit card with an outstanding balance. If you’re struggling to repay your credit card debt because of high interest, talk to your provider about other options or consider transferring your balance to a card with a 0% introductory offer on balance transfers.
Call your bank first. While some banks allow you to close your credit card online, it’s usually good to call them first to make sure there are no outstanding fees or pending transactions that could affect your account. Be prepared that any representative you speak to will likely try to convince you to stay and could even forward you to their customer retention division for more persuading.
Cancel any direct debits. Make sure that you change the details for any direct debits that were being paid using the credit card. A payment request from a direct debit could reactivate the card even after the issuer has received written notice that you wish to cancel.
Transfer or use any remaining rewards points. If you’re using a rewards credit card and still have rewards points left over, either transfer them to a partnered frequent flyer partner if you have an account with them or use the points to redeem a reward to ensure they don’t go to waste.
Stand firm. In some cases, your provider may ask you why you’re closing the account and could suggest other options. But if you really don’t want to use the card or open another account, politely decline and reinforce your desire to close the account.
Send written notice. In addition to the phone call, you can send a written notice to the bank with your request to close the credit card using registered mail. In the letter, you should list the name on the account and the account number along with your request to cancel. You’re not always asked or required to do this, but it could help give you extra peace of mind.

Once the provider has cancelled your card, you’ll receive confirmation that the account is closed, usually in the mail. Keep these details on hand in case you need them for future reference.

What are the benefits and drawbacks of closing my account?

Closing a long-standing credit card account is not an easy decision to make. Weigh up some of the following pros and cons to help make the right choice for your finances.

Pros

Reduced temptation to spend. Without an available line of credit, you might not be tempted to make unnecessary purchases that could result in debt.
Improved credit rating. Too much revolving credit could hurt your credit rating, especially when it comes to applying for large loans like a home mortgage.
Fewer fees. You could save money on annual fees by eliminating the number of open credit cards you have. Plus, if you’re relying on your bank account to make purchases, you won’t have the burden of interest.

Cons

Credit availability. If your credit rating is not stellar you may find it difficult to be approved for another credit card product in the future. In that case, it may be better to keep the account open and use it sparingly and wisely in order to try and re-establish a good credit history.
Emergency assistance. Credit cards are a convenient method of covering an expense in the event of an emergency, such as a broken boiler or an unexpected flight to visit a sick relative. Not having one available could force you to look at other more expensive options such as fast-cash loans.

As your financial needs change, you might discover that a credit card is no longer working for you. Rather than having a collection of open accounts that you no longer use, you should take the time to cancel those cards. This allows you to take better control of your spending habits and your credit report so that you can work on building a better financial future. Otherwise, if you’re looking to upgrade your credit card to a more competitive product, you can use our comparison tables and guides to compare your options.

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Table: sorted by representative APR, promoted deals first

If you want to close your credit card because it doesn’t offer what you want, you may wish to find a new credit card that better suits you. The chart below allows you to compare cards and find one that has the features you want. Click the Compare buttons to get a side-by-side comparison of the cards you select.

Name	Balance transfers	Balance transfer fee	Purchases	Annual/monthly fees	Representative APR	Incentive	Link
Santander Everyday Long Term Balance Transfer Credit Card	0% for 28 months reverting to 21.9%	3% (min. £5)	0% for 3 months reverting to 22.9%	£0	22.9% APR (variable)	Sign up for Santander Boosts to receive cashback, vouchers, offers and prize draws from selected retailers. 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 Read review	Compare	loading Fetching your data...
NatWest Purchase & Balance Transfer Credit Card	0% for 23 months reverting to 23.9%	2.99%	0% for 23 months reverting to 23.9%	£0	23.9% APR (variable)	Representative example: When you spend £1,200 at a purchase rate of 23.9% (variable) p.a., your representative rate is 23.9% APR (variable).	Go to site Read review	Compare	loading Fetching your data...
Royal Bank of Scotland Longer Balance Transfer Credit Card	0% for 30 months reverting to 23.9%	2.99%	0% for 3 months reverting to 23.9%	£0	23.9% APR (variable)	Representative example: When you spend £1,200 at a purchase rate of 23.9% (variable) p.a., your representative rate is 23.9% APR (variable).	Go to site Read review	Compare	loading Fetching your data...
M&S Bank Credit Card Transfer Plus Offer Mastercard Finder Award	0% for 28 months reverting to 23.9%	2.99% fee, min £5	0% for 3 months reverting to 23.9%	£0	23.9% APR (variable)	1 point per £1 spent with M&S and 1 point per £5 spent elsewhere. Enjoy 55 days interest free, preferential rates plus no cash advance fee when buying M&S travel money with the card. Representative example: When you spend £1,200 at a purchase rate of 23.9% (variable) p.a., your representative rate is 23.9% APR (variable).	Check eligibility Read review	Compare	loading Fetching your data...
Royal Bank of Scotland Balance Transfer Credit Card	0% for 19 months reverting to 23.9%	2.99%	0% for 3 months reverting to 23.9%	£0	23.9% APR (variable)	Representative example: When you spend £1,200 at a purchase rate of 23.9% (variable) p.a., your representative rate is 23.9% APR (variable).	Go to site Read review	Compare	loading Fetching your data...
NatWest Longer Balance Transfer Credit Card	0% for 30 months reverting to 23.9%	2.99%	0% for 3 months reverting to 23.9%	£0	23.9% APR (variable)	Representative example: When you spend £1,200 at a purchase rate of 23.9% (variable) p.a., your representative rate is 23.9% APR (variable).	Go to site Read review	Compare	loading Fetching your data...
HSBC No Fee Balance Transfer Credit Card Visa	0% for 16 months reverting to 23.9%	0%	0% for 3 months reverting to 23.9%	£0	23.9% APR (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 23.9% (variable) p.a., your representative rate is 23.9% APR (variable).	Check eligibility Read review	Compare	loading Fetching your data...
NatWest Balance Transfer Credit Card	0% for 19 months reverting to 23.9%	0%	0% for 3 months reverting to 23.9%	£0	23.9% APR (variable)	Representative example: When you spend £1,200 at a purchase rate of 23.9% (variable) p.a., your representative rate is 23.9% APR (variable).	Go to site Read review	Compare	loading Fetching your data...
HSBC Purchase Plus Credit Card	0% for 17 months reverting to 23.9%	2.99%	0% for 20 months reverting to 23.9%	£0	23.9% APR (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 23.9% (variable) p.a., your representative rate is 23.9% APR (variable). You might get different interest rates and promotional periods to those shown here, because these depend on your circumstances.	Check eligibility Read review	Compare	loading Fetching your data...
Royal Bank of Scotland Purchase & Balance Transfer Credit Card	0% for 23 months reverting to 23.9%	2.9%	0% for 23 months reverting to 23.9%	£0	23.9% APR (variable)	Representative example: When you spend £1,200 at a purchase rate of 23.9% (variable) p.a., your representative rate is 23.9% APR (variable).	Go to site Read review	Compare	loading Fetching your data...
HSBC Balance Transfer Credit Card	0% for 27 months reverting to 23.9%	0%	0% for 3 months reverting to 23.9%	£0	23.9% APR (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 23.9% (variable) p.a., your representative rate is 23.9% APR (variable). You might get different interest rates and promotional periods to those shown here, because these depend on your circumstances.	Check eligibility Read review	Compare	loading Fetching your data...
M&S Bank Shopping Plus Credit Card Finder Award	0% for 15 months reverting to 23.9%	2.99% fee, min £5	0% for 18 months reverting to 23.9%	£0	23.9% APR (variable)	1 point per £1 spent with M&S and 1 point per £5 spent elsewhere. Enjoy 55 days interest free, preferential rates plus no cash advance fee when buying M&S travel money with the card. Representative example: When you spend £1,200 at a purchase rate of 23.9% (variable) p.a., your representative rate is 23.9% APR (variable).	Check eligibility Read review	Compare	loading Fetching your data...
Santander All in One Credit Card	0% for 15 months reverting to 21.9%	0% for 15 months reverting to 3% (min. £5)	0% for 15 months reverting to 21.9%	£3 per month	27.7% APR (variable)	0.5% 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 21.9% (variable) p.a. with a fee of £3 per month, your representative rate is 27.7% APR (variable).	Check eligibility Read review	Compare	loading Fetching your data...
first direct Credit Card	0% for 27 months reverting to 18.9%	2.29%	18.9%	£0	18.9% APR (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).	Read review	Compare	loading Fetching your data...
Nationwide Member Credit Card All Rounder	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% APR (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).	Read review	Compare	loading Fetching your data...
Nationwide Member Credit Card Balance Transfer	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% APR (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).	Read review	Compare	loading Fetching your data...
The Co-operative Bank Balance Transfer Credit Card Visa	0% for 24 months reverting to 20.6%	3% (minimum £5)	0% for 4 months reverting to 20.6%	£0	20.6% APR (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).	Read review	Compare	loading Fetching your data...
Barclaycard Platinum 15 Month No Fee Balance Transfer Visa	0% for 15 months reverting to 22.9%	0%	0% for 3 months reverting to 22.9%	£0	22.9% APR (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 22.9% (variable) p.a., your representative rate is 22.9% APR (variable).	Read review	Compare	loading Fetching your data...
Halifax 0% Purchase and Balance Transfer Mastercard	0% for 17 months reverting to 22.94%	2.99% for 3 months reverting to 5%	0% for 17 months reverting to 22.94%	£0	22.9% APR (variable)	Representative example: When you spend £1,200 at a purchase rate of 22.94% (variable) p.a., your representative rate is 22.9% APR (variable).	Read review	Compare	loading Fetching your data...
Lloyds Bank Platinum Low Fee 0% Balance Transfer Mastercard	0% for 22 months reverting to 22.94%	1.99% for 3 months reverting to 5%	0% for 6 months reverting to 22.94%	£0	22.9% APR (variable)	Representative example: When you spend £1,200 at a purchase rate of 22.94% (variable) p.a., your representative rate is 22.9% APR (variable).	Read review	Compare	loading Fetching your data...

Name	Purchases	Balance transfers	Annual/monthly fees	Representative APR	Incentive	Link
Royal Bank of Scotland Purchase & Balance Transfer Credit Card	0% for 23 months reverting to 23.9%	0% for 23 months (2.9% fee)	£0	23.9% APR (variable)	Representative example: When you spend £1,200 at a purchase rate of 23.9% (variable) p.a., your representative rate is 23.9% APR (variable).	Go to site Read review	Compare	loading Fetching your data...
NatWest Purchase & Balance Transfer Credit Card	0% for 23 months reverting to 23.9%	0% for 23 months (2.99% fee)	£0	23.9% APR (variable)	Representative example: When you spend £1,200 at a purchase rate of 23.9% (variable) p.a., your representative rate is 23.9% APR (variable).	Go to site Read review	Compare	loading Fetching your data...
HSBC Purchase Plus Credit Card	0% for 20 months reverting to 23.9%	0% for 17 months (2.99% fee)	£0	23.9% APR (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 23.9% (variable) p.a., your representative rate is 23.9% APR (variable). You might get different interest rates and promotional periods to those shown here, because these depend on your circumstances.	Check eligibility Read review	Compare	loading Fetching your data...
M&S Bank Shopping Plus Credit Card Finder Award	0% for 18 months reverting to 23.9%	0% for 15 months (2.99% fee, min £5 fee)	£0	23.9% APR (variable)	1 point per £1 spent with M&S and 1 point per £5 spent elsewhere. Enjoy 55 days interest free, preferential rates plus no cash advance fee when buying M&S travel money with the card. Representative example: When you spend £1,200 at a purchase rate of 23.9% (variable) p.a., your representative rate is 23.9% APR (variable).	Check eligibility Read review	Compare	loading Fetching your data...
Santander All in One Credit Card	0% for 15 months reverting to 21.9%	0% for 15 months (0% fee)	£3 per month	27.7% APR (variable)	0.5% 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 21.9% (variable) p.a. with a fee of £3 per month, your representative rate is 27.7% APR (variable).	Check eligibility Read review	Compare	loading Fetching your data...
HSBC Rewards Credit Card	0% for 6 months reverting to 23.9%	0% for 6 months (0% fee)	£0	23.9% APR (variable)	Earn 1 point for every £5 spent on purchases. Bonus 2,500 reward points on anniversary if £10,000 spent in previous year. 1 point = 1p (no min) Representative example: When you spend £1,200 at a purchase rate of 23.9% (variable) p.a., your representative rate is 23.9% APR (variable).	Check eligibility Read review	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% APR (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 an enhanced rate of 1 point per £1 spent on fuel. Points are converted to Tesco vouchers which can be used towards shopping or exchanged for Partner Rewards. 1 point = 1p (min 250pts) 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).	Read review	Compare	loading Fetching your data...
Ulster Bank Purchase & Balance Transfer Credit Card Mastercard	0% for 23 months reverting to 23.9%	0% for 23 months (2.99% fee)	£0	23.9% APR (variable)	Representative example: When you spend £1,200 at a purchase rate of 23.9% (variable) p.a., your representative rate is 23.9% APR (variable).	Read review	Compare	loading Fetching your data...
MBNA 0% Transfer and Purchase Credit Card	0% for 22 months reverting to 22.94%	0% for 22 months (2.99% fee)	£0	22.9% APR (variable)	Earn up to 15% cashback on purchases through Smart Rewards at popular retailers. Representative example: When you spend £1,200 at a purchase rate of 22.94% (variable) p.a., your representative rate is 22.9% APR (variable).	Read review	Compare	loading Fetching your data...
Barclaycard Platinum All-Rounder Visa	0% for 22 months reverting to 22.9%	0% for 22 months (2.9% fee)	£0	22.9% APR (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 22.9% (variable) p.a., your representative rate is 22.9% APR (variable).	Read review	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% APR (variable)	0.5% on £1 to £3000 of monthly spend. Maximum of £15 cashback paid per month. 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 18.9% (variable) p.a. with a fee of £15 per month, your representative rate is 49.8% APR (variable).	Read review	Compare	loading Fetching your data...
Sainsbury's Bank Dual 17 Month Offer Credit Card Mastercard	0% for 17 months reverting to 23.95%	0% for 17 months (3% fee)	£0	23.9% APR (variable)	Earn 1 Nectar points per £2 spent in Sainsbury's and Argos, and 1 Nectar point for every £5 spent elsewhere. Additional points can be earned by also using the Nectar card or app at the time of transaction. Earn 500 bonus points each time you spend £35 or more on Sainsbury's shopping with your credit card, up to ten times in your first 2 months, offer available for new customers. 1 point = 0.5p (min 500pts) Representative example: When you spend £1,200 at a purchase rate of 23.95% (variable) p.a., your representative rate is 23.9% APR (variable).	Read review	Compare	loading Fetching your data...
Lloyds Bank Platinum 0% Purchase and Balance Transfer Mastercard	0% for 17 months reverting to 22.94%	0% for 15 months (2.99% fee)	£0	22.9% APR (variable)	Representative example: When you spend £1,200 at a purchase rate of 22.94% (variable) p.a., your representative rate is 22.9% APR (variable).	Read review	Compare	loading Fetching your data...
Halifax 0% Purchase and Balance Transfer Mastercard	0% for 17 months reverting to 22.94%	0% for 17 months (2.99% fee)	£0	22.9% APR (variable)	Representative example: When you spend £1,200 at a purchase rate of 22.94% (variable) p.a., your representative rate is 22.9% APR (variable).	Read review	Compare	loading Fetching your data...
first direct Gold Credit Card	0% for 17 months reverting to 16.9%	16.9% (0% fee)	£0	16.9% APR (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).	Read review	Compare	loading Fetching your data...
Bank of Scotland Platinum 0% Purchase and Balance Transfer Mastercard	0% for 17 months reverting to 22.94%	0% for 17 months (2.99% fee)	£0	22.9% APR (variable)	Representative example: When you spend £1,200 at a purchase rate of 22.94% (variable) p.a., your representative rate is 22.9% APR (variable).	Read review	Compare	loading Fetching your data...
TSB Platinum Purchase Card	0% for 15 months reverting to 22.95%	0% for 15 months (1.45% fee)	£0	22.9% APR (variable)	Representative example: When you spend £1,200 at a purchase rate of 22.95% (variable) p.a., your representative rate is 22.9% APR (variable).	Read review	Compare	loading Fetching your data...
Nationwide Member Credit Card All Rounder	0% for 15 months reverting to 19.9%	0% for 15 months (1.5% fee)	£0	19.9% APR (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).	Read review	Compare	loading Fetching your data...
Tesco Bank Purchases Card	0% for 14 months reverting to 22.94%	0% for 3 months (0% interest on balance transfers for the first 3 months (2.99% fee) fee)	£0	22.9% APR (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 22.94% (variable) p.a., your representative rate is 22.9% APR (variable).	Read review	Compare	loading Fetching your data...
Virgin Money Dual Credit Card Mastercard	0% for 13 months reverting to 22.9%	0% for 16 months (3% fee)	£0	22.9% APR (variable)	Enjoy exclusive offers and rewards on the Virgin Red app. 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).	Read review	Compare	loading Fetching your data...

Name	Purchases	Annual/monthly fees	Initial credit limits	Representative APR	Incentive	Link
M&S Bank Shopping Plus Credit Card Finder Award	0% for 18 months reverting to 23.9%	£0	Min. limit £500, max. limit not specified.	23.9% APR (variable)	1 point per £1 spent with M&S and 1 point per £5 spent elsewhere. Enjoy 55 days interest free, preferential rates plus no cash advance fee when buying M&S travel money with the card. Representative example: When you spend £1,200 at a purchase rate of 23.9% (variable) p.a., your representative rate is 23.9% APR (variable).	Check eligibility Read review	Compare	loading Fetching your data...
M&S Bank Credit Card Transfer Plus Offer Mastercard Finder Award	0% for 3 months reverting to 23.9%	£0	Min. limit £500, max. limit not specified.	23.9% APR (variable)	1 point per £1 spent with M&S and 1 point per £5 spent elsewhere. Enjoy 55 days interest free, preferential rates plus no cash advance fee when buying M&S travel money with the card. Representative example: When you spend £1,200 at a purchase rate of 23.9% (variable) p.a., your representative rate is 23.9% APR (variable).	Check eligibility Read review	Compare	loading Fetching your data...
Royal Bank of Scotland Reward Credit Card	21.9%	£24 per annum. Reward or Reward Black Current Account holders: £0 per annum	Min. limit £250, max. limit not specified.	26.8% APR (variable)	Earn 1% back at supermarkets and 0.25% back everywhere else, including supermarket petrol stations. At selected retailers, you could earn 1-15% back. Representative example: When you spend £1,200 at a purchase rate of 21.9% (variable) p.a. with a fee of £24 per annum. Reward or Reward Black Current Account holders: £0 per annum, your representative rate is 26.8% APR (variable).	Go to site Read review	Compare	loading Fetching your data...
NatWest Reward Credit Card	21.9%	£24 per annum. Reward or Reward Black Current Account holders: £0 per annum	Min. limit £250, max. limit not specified.	26.8% APR (variable)	You'll earn 1% back at supermarkets and 0.25% back everywhere else, including supermarket petrol stations. At selected retailers, you could earn 1-15% back. Representative example: When you spend £1,200 at a purchase rate of 21.9% (variable) p.a. with a fee of £24 per annum. Reward or Reward Black Current Account holders: £0 per annum, your representative rate is 26.8% APR (variable).	Go to site Read review	Compare	loading Fetching your data...
Santander All in One Credit Card	0% for 15 months reverting to 21.9%	£3 per month	Min. limit £500, max. limit not specified.	27.7% APR (variable)	0.5% 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 21.9% (variable) p.a. with a fee of £3 per month, your representative rate is 27.7% APR (variable).	Check eligibility Read review	Compare	loading Fetching your data...
American Express® Platinum Cashback Everyday Credit Card Finder Award	28.8%	£0	Min. limit £700, max. limit not specified.	28.8% APR (variable)	New cardmember offer: Get 5% cashback on your purchases (up to £100) for the first three months of Cardmembership. Terms apply. Spend £0 to £10,000 and receive 0.5% cashback on all purchases. Spend over £10,000 and receive 1% cashback on purchases. Representative example: When you spend £1,200 at a purchase rate of 28.8% (variable) p.a., your representative rate is 28.8% APR (variable).	Check eligibility Read review	Compare	loading Fetching your data...
The American Express Rewards® Credit Card Finder Award	28.8%	£0	Min. limit £500, max. limit not specified.	28.8% APR (variable)	Earn 1 Membership Rewards® point for every £1 spent thereafter. Earn up to 90,000 bonus points per year through refer a friend, 4,000 points awarded for every friend approved. 1 point = 0.45p (min 1000 points) to shop, other rewards have differing conversions Representative example: When you spend £1,200 at a purchase rate of 28.8% (variable) p.a., your representative rate is 28.8% APR (variable).	Check eligibility Read review	Compare	loading Fetching your data...
British Airways American Express® Credit Card Finder Award	28.8%	£0	Min. limit £700, max. limit not specified.	28.8% APR (variable)	New Cardmember Offer: Earn 25,000 bonus Avios when you spend £3,000 in your first 3 months of account opening. Terms Apply Representative example: When you spend £1,200 at a purchase rate of 28.8% (variable) p.a., your representative rate is 28.8% APR (variable).	Check eligibility Read review	Compare	loading Fetching your data...
American Express® Platinum Cashback Credit Card Finder Award	28.8%	£25 per annum	Min. limit £700, max. limit not specified.	34.3% APR (variable)	New cardmember offer: Get 5% cashback on your purchases (up to £125) for the first three months of Cardmembership. Terms apply. Spend £0 to £10,000 and receive 0.75% cashback on all purchases. Spend over £10,000 and receive 1.25% cashback on purchases. Representative example: When you spend £1,200 at a purchase rate of 28.8% (variable) p.a. with a fee of £25 per annum, your representative rate is 34.3% APR (variable).	Check eligibility Read review	Compare	loading Fetching your data...
American Express® Nectar Credit Card Finder Award	28.8%	Year 1 - £0, Year 2 onwards - £25 per annum	Min. limit £700, max. limit not specified.	34.3% APR (variable)	Earn 20,000 bonus Nectar points when you spend £2,000 in your first 3 months. Earn a minimum of 3 Nectar points for virtually every £1 spent at Nectar partners, and 2 Nectar points for virtually every £1 spent elsewhere. Representative example: When you spend £1,200 at a purchase rate of 28.8% (variable) p.a. with a fee of Year 1 - £0, Year 2 onwards - £25 per annum, your representative rate is 34.3% APR (variable).	Check eligibility Read review	Compare	loading Fetching your data...
NatWest Reward Black Credit Card	21.9%	£84 per annum. Reward Black Current Account holders: £0 per annum	Min. limit £5,000, max. limit not specified.	40.7% APR (variable)	You'll earn 1% back at supermarkets and 0.5% back everywhere else, including supermarket petrol stations. At selected retailers, you could earn 1-15% back. Representative example: When you spend £1,200 at a purchase rate of 21.9% (variable) p.a. with a fee of £84 per annum. Reward Black Current Account holders: £0 per annum, your representative rate is 40.7% APR (variable).	Go to site Read review	Compare	loading Fetching your data...
Royal Bank of Scotland Reward Black Credit Card	21.9%	£84 per annum. Reward Black Current Account holders: £0 per annum	Min. limit £5,000, max. limit not specified.	40.7% APR (variable)	Earn 1% back at supermarkets and 0.5% back everywhere else, including supermarket petrol stations. At selected retailers, you could earn 1-15% back. Representative example: When you spend £1,200 at a purchase rate of 21.9% (variable) p.a. with a fee of £84 per annum. Reward Black Current Account holders: £0 per annum, your representative rate is 40.7% APR (variable).	Go to site Read review	Compare	loading Fetching your data...
The Marriott Bonvoy American Express Card Finder Award	28.8%	£75 per annum	Min. limit £700, max. limit not specified.	46.6% APR (variable)	Earn 6 points for every £1 spent at eligible Marriott properties. Earn 2 points for virtually every £1 spent elsewhere. Earn up to 90,000 bonus points per year through refer a friend, 9,000 points awarded for every friend approved. Points can be redeemed for hotel stays of varying values (min 15000pts) Representative example: When you spend £1,200 at a purchase rate of 28.8% (variable) p.a. with a fee of £75 per annum, your representative rate is 46.6% APR (variable).	Check eligibility Read review	Compare	loading Fetching your data...
American Express® Preferred Rewards Gold Credit Card Finder Award	28.8%	Year 1 - £0, Year 2 onwards - £160 per annum	Min. limit £700, max. limit not specified.	72.4% APR (variable)	2 points earned per £1 spent on travel related purchases and spending abroad. 3 points for every £1 spent when booking through American Express Travel. Representative example: When you spend £1,200 at a purchase rate of 28.8% (variable) p.a. with a fee of Year 1 - £0, Year 2 onwards - £160 per annum, your representative rate is 72.4% APR (variable).	Check eligibility Read review	Compare	loading Fetching your data...
British Airways American Express® Premium Plus Card Finder Award	28.8%	£250 per annum	Min. limit £700, max. limit not specified.	108.9% APR (variable)	Earn 25,000 bonus Avios when you spend £3,000 in your first 3 months of Cardmembership. Terms apply. 18+, subject to status. New Cardmembers Only Representative example: When you spend £1,200 at a purchase rate of 28.8% (variable) p.a. with a fee of £250 per annum, your representative rate is 108.9% APR (variable).	Check eligibility Read review	Compare	loading Fetching your data...
Pulse Card Mastercard (existing NewDay customers only)	Your interest rate will stay the same as your current NewDay card		Min. limit not specified, max. limit not specified.	APR (variable)	Get 0.25% cashback every time you shop, up to a maximum of £150 cashback per year If you are a current NewDay customer and have been invited to transfer to a Pulse Card, your interest rate and credit limit will remain the same.	Read review	Compare	loading Fetching your data...
Tesco Bank Low APR Clubcard Credit Card	10.941%	£0	Min. limit £250, max. limit not specified.	10.9% APR (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 an enhanced rate of 1 point per £1 spent on fuel. Points are converted to Tesco vouchers which can be used towards shopping or exchanged for Partner Rewards. 1 point = 1p (min 250pts) Representative example: When you spend £1,200 at a purchase rate of 10.941% (variable) p.a., your representative rate is 10.9% APR (variable).	Read review	Compare	loading Fetching your data...
MBNA Limited Platinum Visa	12.94%	£0	Min. limit not specified, max. limit not specified.	12.9% APR (variable)	0.25% after £1 of yearly spend. Cashback paid January into Card Account. Earn 0.25% cashback on purchases within the first 36 months of account opening. Maximum spend for cashback purposes is limited to credit limit. Representative example: When you spend £1,200 at a purchase rate of 12.94% (variable) p.a., your representative rate is 12.9% APR (variable).	Read review	Compare	loading Fetching your data...
The Co-operative Bank Members' Credit Card Visa	18.2%	£0	Min. limit £500, max. limit not specified.	18.2% APR (variable)	1p earned for every £2 spent in The Co-operative Food stores (excluding in-store concessions) and 1p earned for every £3.33 spent anywhere else. Cashback will be added to your share of the Group profits and this will be paid to you twice a year. Representative example: When you spend £1,200 at a purchase rate of 18.2% (variable) p.a., your representative rate is 18.2% APR (variable).	Read review	Compare	loading Fetching your data...
AIB Options 1 Credit Card	18.9%	£0	Min. limit £500, max. limit not specified.	18.9% APR (variable)	0.5% after £5000 of yearly spend. Minimum of 12 transactions per year required. Maximum of £250 cashback paid per year. Cashback paid Anniversary into Card Account. For initial £5K a £25 cashback is paid, plus an additional £1 for every further £200 spent. 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).	Read review	Compare	loading Fetching your data...

Name	Annual/monthly fees	Initial credit limits	Minimum income	Representative APR	Incentive	Link
Barclaycard Forward Credit Card	£0	Min. limit £50, max. limit £1,200.	£3000	33.9%	Rate discounts: 3% interest rate reduction if you make all your repayments on time for the first year, and a further drop of up to 2% more if you continue to do so in the second year. Representative example: When you spend £1,200 at a purchase rate of 33.9% (variable) p.a., your representative rate is 33.9% APR (variable).	Check eligibility Read review	Compare	loading Fetching your data...
Tymit Credit Card	£0	Min. limit £500, max. limit £15,000.	Not specified	22.9%	Representative Example: 22.9% (variable) based on a borrowing of £1200 over 12 months with no annual fee.	Read review	Compare	loading Fetching your data...
The Credit Thing card	£0	Min. limit £200, max. limit £1,500.	Not specified	27.9%	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).	Read review	Compare	loading Fetching your data...
TSB Classic Credit Card Mastercard	£0	Min. limit £500, max. limit not specified.	Not specified	28.9%	Representative example: When you spend £1,200 at a purchase rate of 28.95% (variable) p.a., your representative rate is 28.9% APR (variable).	Read review	Compare	loading Fetching your data...
Vanquis Bank Chrome Credit Card	£0	Min. limit £500, max. limit £1,500.	Not specified	29.5%	Representative example: When you spend £250 at a purchase rate of 29.5% (variable) p.a., your representative rate is 29.5% APR (variable).	Read review	Compare	loading Fetching your data...
Tesco Bank Foundation Card	£0	Min. limit £250, max. limit not specified.	£5000	29.9%	Collect 1 Tesco Clubcard point per £4 spent (£4 minimum) in Tesco and 1 Clubcard point per £8 spent (£8 minimum) outside Tesco in each purchase transaction. Must have available credit to collect Clubcard points. Clubcard points are turned into Clubcard vouchers every 3 months or sooner using Faster Vouchers. Clubcard vouchers can be used in Tesco or with Clubcard Reward Partners to get even more value on dining out, hotel stays and travel. Representative example: When you spend £1,200 at a purchase rate of 29.94% (variable) p.a., your representative rate is 29.9% APR (variable).	Read review	Compare	loading Fetching your data...
Bip Credit Card Mastercard	£0	Min. limit £250, max. limit not specified.	£5000	29.9%	Representative example: When you spend £1,200 at a purchase rate of 29.95% (variable) p.a., your representative rate is 29.9% APR (variable).	Read review	Compare	loading Fetching your data...
HSBC Classic Credit Card	£0	Min. limit £250, max. limit £1,000.	£6800	29.9%	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 29.9% (variable) p.a., your representative rate is 29.9% APR (variable).	Read review	Compare	loading Fetching your data...
Keebo credit card Finder Award	£0	Min. limit £100, max. limit £5,000.	Not specified	29.98%	Representative example: When you spend £1,200 at a purchase rate of 29.98% (variable) p.a., your representative rate is 29.98% APR (variable).	Read review	Compare	loading Fetching your data...
118 118 Money Guaranteed Rate Card	£0	Min. limit £500, max. limit not specified.	£8400	34%	Representative example: When you spend £1,200 at a purchase rate of 34% (variable) p.a., your representative rate is 34% APR (variable).	Read review	Compare	loading Fetching your data...
Aqua Advance credit card	£0	Min. limit £250, max. limit £1,200.	£5000	34.9%	Reduce your rate over three years if you stay within your credit limit and pay on time. No extra fees on what you spend abroad. Representative example: When you spend £1,200 at a purchase rate of 34.95% (variable) p.a., your representative rate is 34.9% APR (variable).	Read review	Compare	loading Fetching your data...
Aqua Classic Balance Transfer Card	£0	Min. limit £250, max. limit £1,200.	Not specified	34.9%	Representative example: Assumed credit limit £1,200, representative 34.9% APR (variable), purchase rate 34.95% p.a. (variable). Please note: you can’t have two Aqua accounts or open an Aqua account within 12 months of opening a Marbles, Fluid or Opus account, issued by New Day	Read review	Compare	loading Fetching your data...
Asda Money Select Credit Card	£0	Min. limit £250, max. limit £5,000.	Not specified	34.9%	Earn 1% back in Asda Pounds when shopping at Asda, earn 0.3% on non-Asda spend. 1 Asda Pound = £1 (min £1) Representative example: When you spend £1,200 at a purchase rate of 34.9% (variable) p.a., your representative rate is 34.9% APR (variable).	Read review	Compare	loading Fetching your data...
Marbles Card	£0	Min. limit £250, max. limit £1,200.	Not specified	34.9%	You could get a credit limit increase after three months. Choose a monthly repayment date that suits you and change it up to twice a year. Representative example: Assumed credit limit £1,200, representative 34.9% APR (variable), purchase rate 34.95% p.a. (variable). Please note: you can’t have two Marbles accounts or open a Marbles account within 12 months of opening an Aqua, Fluid or Opus account, issued by New Day	Read review	Compare	loading Fetching your data...
Zopa Credit Card Visa	£0	Min. limit £200, max. limit £1,500.	£10000	34.9%	Representative example: When you spend £1,200 at a purchase rate of 34.9% (variable) p.a., your representative rate is 34.9% APR (variable).	Read review	Compare	loading Fetching your data...
Post Office Classic Card	£0	Min. limit £200, max. limit £8,000.	Not specified	34.9%	Representative example: When you spend £1,200 at a purchase rate of 34.94% (variable) p.a., your representative rate is 34.9% APR (variable).	Read review	Compare	loading Fetching your data...
Capital One Classic Credit Card	£0	Min. limit £200, max. limit £1,500.	Not specified	34.9%	Representative example: Assuming a credit limit of £1,200 and an interest rate on purchases of 34.94% p.a. variable, you will receive a 34.9% APR representative variable.	Read review	Compare	loading Fetching your data...
Fluid Credit Card	£0	Min. limit £250, max. limit not specified.	£5000	34.9%	Representative example: When you spend £1,200 at a purchase rate of 34.94% (variable) p.a., your representative rate is 34.9% APR (variable).	Read review	Compare	loading Fetching your data...
Capital One Luma Purchase Mastercard	£0	Min. limit £200, max. limit £1,500.	Not specified	35.9%	Representative example: When you spend £1,200 at a purchase rate of 35.94% (variable) p.a., your representative rate is 35.9% APR (variable).	Read review	Compare	loading Fetching your data...
Capital One Luma Mastercard	£0	Min. limit £200, max. limit £1,500.	Not specified	35.9%	Representative example: When you spend £1,200 at a purchase rate of 35.94% (variable) p.a., your representative rate is 35.9% APR (variable).	Read review	Compare	loading Fetching your data...

Name	Purchases	Annual/monthly fees	Initial credit limits	Representative APR	Incentive	Link
British Airways American Express® Premium Plus Card Finder Award	28.8%	£250 per annum	Min. limit £700, max. limit not specified.	108.9% APR (variable)	Earn 25,000 bonus Avios when you spend £3,000 in your first 3 months of Cardmembership. Terms apply. 18+, subject to status. New Cardmembers Only Representative example: When you spend £1,200 at a purchase rate of 28.8% (variable) p.a. with a fee of £250 per annum, your representative rate is 108.9% APR (variable).	Check eligibility Read review	Compare	loading Fetching your data...
British Airways American Express® Credit Card Finder Award	28.8%	£0	Min. limit £700, max. limit not specified.	28.8% APR (variable)	New Cardmember Offer: Earn 25,000 bonus Avios when you spend £3,000 in your first 3 months of account opening. Terms Apply Representative example: When you spend £1,200 at a purchase rate of 28.8% (variable) p.a., your representative rate is 28.8% APR (variable).	Check eligibility Read review	Compare	loading Fetching your data...
Virgin Money Virgin Atlantic Reward Plus Credit Card	22.9%	£160 per annum	Min. limit not specified, max. limit not specified.	63.9% APR (variable)	Earn an additional 15,000 Bonus Points when you spend £3,000 within the first 90 days of account opening. Earn 15,000 bonus miles with your first card purchase made within 90 days of account opening. Earn 1.5 Flying Club miles for every £1 spend and 3 miles for every £1 spend with Virgin Atlantic and Virgin Holidays. Spend £10K a year on your card and choose an extra benefit - an upgrade to Premium, or a Companion ticket. Points value varies dependent on reward (min 3000pts) Representative example: When you spend £1,200 at a purchase rate of 22.9% (variable) p.a. with a fee of £160 per annum, your representative rate is 63.9% APR (variable).	Read review	Compare	loading Fetching your data...
Barclaycard Avios Plus Card	25.9%	£20 per month	Min. limit £50, max. limit not specified.	75% APR (variable)	Earn 25,000 Avios when you spend £3,000 on card over the first 3 months of opening. Terms Apply. New members only. Earn 1.5 Avios for every £1 you spend. Spend £10,000 or more during the year and receive a British Airways cabin upgrade voucher to use on an Avios Reward Flight booking. Representative example: When you spend £1,200 at a purchase rate of 25.9% (variable) p.a. with a fee of £20 per month, your representative rate is 75% APR (variable).	Read review	Compare	loading Fetching your data...
Barclaycard Avios Card	25.9%	£0	Min. limit £50, max. limit not specified.	25.9% APR (variable)	Earn 5,000 Avios when you spend £1,000 on card over the first 3 months of opening. Terms apply. New members only. Earn 1 Avios for every £1 you spend. Spend £20,000 or more during the year and receive a British Airways cabin upgrade voucher to use on an Avios Reward Flight booking.Terms apply. Representative example: When you spend £1,200 at a purchase rate of 25.9% (variable) p.a., your representative rate is 25.9% APR (variable).	Read review	Compare	loading Fetching your data...
Virgin Money Virgin Atlantic Reward Credit Card	22.9%	£0	Min. limit not specified, max. limit not specified.	22.9% APR (variable)	Earn 0.75 Flying Club miles for every £1 spend and 1.5.miles for every £1 spend with Virgin Atlantic or Virgin Holidays. Spend £20K a year on your card and choose an extra benefit - an upgrade to Premium, or a Companion ticket. Points value varies dependent on reward (min 3000pts) 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).	Read review	Compare	loading Fetching your data...

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