AA personal loans review

Use our AA loan calculator to evaluate how much you'd pay back on a fixed-rate, unsecured AA personal loan as a new or existing customer. Loan amounts between £1,000 and £35,000 with rates starting from 6.4%.

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£1,000 - £35,000
1 year - 8 years
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£400.20 (£24,011.86 overall)
Representative Example: Representative 7.7% APR fixed. Based on a loan of £20,000 for 60 months at 7.7% p.a. Total £24,011.86 repayable at £400.2 per month.
Representative Example: Representative 6.5% APR fixed. Based on a loan of £7,500 for 60 months at 6.5% p.a. Total £8,765.4 repayable at £146.09 per month.
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£1,000 - £35,000
1 year - 8 years
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£399.31 (£23,958.64 overall)
Representative Example: Representative 7.6% APR fixed. Based on a loan of £20,000 for 60 months at 7.6% p.a. Total £23,958.64 repayable at £399.31 per month.
Representative Example: Representative 6.4% APR fixed. Based on a loan of £7,500 for 60 months at 6.4% p.a. Total £8,745.6 repayable at £145.76 per month.
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Please note: You should always refer to your loan agreement for exact repayment amounts as they may vary from our results.

Late repayments can cause you serious money problems. See our debt help guides.

How do AA's loans compare against the competition?

See today's rates from across the personal loan market.

AA loan rates at a glance

The AA Personal Loan charges 6.5% APR representative on loans between £7,500 and £19,999. AA offers the unsecured personal loan with repayment terms between 1 year and 8 years, and applicants can apply to borrow from £1,000 to £35,000.

The AA Personal Loan Member charges 6.4% APR representative on loans between £7,500 and £19,999. AA offers the unsecured personal loan with repayment terms between 1 year and 8 years, and applicants can apply to borrow from £1,000 to £35,000.

Quick overview of AA personal loans

Loan amounts From £1,000 to £35,000
Loan terms From 1 year to 8 years
Age eligibility 18 years and over
Application fee No application fee
Repayment holiday Repayment holiday not permitted

Breakdown by loan

Loan amounts£1,000 to £35,000
Loan terms1 year to 8 years
Loan rate typefixed
Fee0%
Same-day funding available
Instant decisions in most cases
Soft-search facility available
Joint applications
Overpay without penalty
Repayment methodsDirect debit
Loan typeUnsecured Personal Loan
Loan amounts£1,000 to £35,000
Loan terms1 year to 8 years
Loan rate typefixed
Fee0%
Same-day funding available
Instant decisions in most cases
Soft-search facility available
Joint applications
Overpay without penalty
Concurrent loans allowed
Topping-up pays off existing loan and initiates a new loan
Repayment methodsDirect debit

APR and Representative APR explained

The Annual Percentage Rate (APR) is a summary of the yearly cost of a loan. It takes into account both interest and any unavoidable charges you'll need to pay (for example an arrangement/product fee) over the duration of a loan. Because AA doesn't charge an arrangement fee, its APR comprises just the interest rate – and so they're one and the same.

However, the vast majority of lenders tailor rates (and therefore APRs) to the individual applicant. If they think you're a riskier bet, they'll offset that by offering you a higher APR. The "representative APR" (as defined by the Financial Conduct Authority) is what AA gives to at least 51% of those who take out the loan. The other 49% could pay more. AA must calculate APR in the same way as other lenders, and must tell you your personal APR before you sign a loan agreement.

AA advertises a representative APR of 6.5% on loans between £7,500 and £19,999 on the AA Personal Loan and 6.4% on loans between £7,500 and £19,999 on the AA Personal Loan Member.

What is the AA?

In case by some miracle you haven’t heard of it, the Automobile Association (AA) is a British institution, having provided assistance to its members since 1905. In addition to breakdown cover and driving lessons, the AA now also provides financial services including insurance, savings and personal loans.

AA loans are provided by the Bank of Ireland UK, and AA Financial Services Ltd is a credit broker and not a direct lender.

Am I eligible for an AA personal loan?

You don’t have to be an AA member to apply, but you do need to meet the following criteria:

  • Have been a UK resident for at least 3 years.
  • Be over 21 and no older than 70 when the loan term ends.
  • Have a regular income above £12,000 a year. If self-employed, you must have been so for over 2 years.
  • Have a good credit rating without a history of County Court Judgment or bankruptcy.
  • Have a UK based bank or building society account that can pay direct debits.
  • Ensure that you can meet the repayments as missed payments incur a charge and could have severe consequences on your ability to obtain future credit

Pros and cons

Pros

  • Fixed monthly repayments
  • Make extra payments
  • Instant decisions available for most applications
  • Monthly repayment dates can be amended (once a year)
  • No arrangement or set-up fees
  • Early repayments allowed
  • New AA members can get 12 months’ free basic breakdown cover
  • Current AA members can access lower rates

Cons

  • Lowest rates available for existing customers only
  • Fee may be applied if you pay off early
  • You’ll need good credit for low rates

AA customer reviews

In our 2025 customer satisfaction survey, 90% of AA customers said they’d recommend the brand to a friend.

Customers in our survey commented on AA’s “great service”. One commented: “Good interest rate, easy to use app and the ability to make additional payments”.

How do I apply?

If you’ve decided that an AA personal loan is right for you, you’ll need to provide proof of the following:

  • Your ID.
  • Your address details for the past three years.
  • Your current income and employment details (payslips and bank statements).

Then simply fill in the application form via their website. You’ll also need the sort code and account number of your bank or building society account.

How do I contact AA customer services?

You can the AA customer service team on 0345 266 0124. Lines are open Monday to Friday 8am to 7pm and on Saturday 8am to 2pm.

Our verdict

AA are a broker offering fixed monthly repayments on its loans, as well as the flexibility to make additional payments. While the lowest rates are for existing customers only, competitive rates are still available – granted you have a good credit score. If you did want to repay your loan early to reduce the amount of interest you’ll pay overall, you may be charged an early repayment fee.

Frequently asked questions

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