Post Office Money balance transfer credit card review

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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).

19.9%

Representative APR

25 months

0% interest on balance transfers

£0

Account fee

3 months

0% interest on purchases

Details

IssuerBank of Ireland (UK) plc
NetworkMastercard
Annual/monthly fees£0
Balance transfers0% for 25 months reverting to 19.9%
Balance transfer fee3%
Purchases0% for 3 months reverting to 19.9%
Purchases interest-free periodUp to 56 days
Cash advances27.9%
Maximum credit limitSubject to status
Additional cards available3
Incentive
Cash exchange fee waived when used to purchase foreign currency in Post Office branches or online.
Minimum Age18
Minimum income£8,000
AvailabilityAvailable to new customers
Additional CriteriaNo outstanding CCJs
Must not already hold a Post Office Money credit card
Annual/monthly fees£0
Balance transfer fee3%
Foreign usage charge (EU)2.99%
Foreign usage charge (rest of world)2.99%
Cash advance fee2.5% (min. £3)
Late payment fee£12
Duplicate statement fee£5
Exceeding limit fee£12
Additional card fee£0
Replacement card fee£0
Dormancy fee£0

Post Office Money’s Balance Transfer card is designed to give you the option to transfer an existing balance onto your new card with an interest-free period. Although it isn’t the only Post Office Money credit card to offer this service, it is the card with the headline-grabbing interest-free period.

Pros and cons

  • See if you're eligible before you apply with Post Office Money's "Fast checker" service.
  • Manage your account anywhere, 24/7 with the secure mobile app.
  • No fee for travel money when you pay with your card in a Post Office branch or online.
  • Don't expect rewards aplenty with this functional card – it's designed for saving on interest and not earning while you spend.

Compare credit cards from Post Office Money

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Name Product Ratings Customer rating Finder rating Purchases Balance transfers Annual/monthly fees Representative APR Incentive Link
Post Office Classic Card
Finder score
★★★★★
Not yet rated
★★★★★
Expert analysis
0% for up to 12 months reverting to 34.94% (subject to status)
0% for up to 12 months reverting to 34.94% (subject to status)
(2.9% fee)
£0
34.9% APR (variable)
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).
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Approval for any credit card depends on your status. The representative APRs shown represent the interest rate offered to most successful applicants. Depending on your personal circumstances, the APR you're offered may be higher, or you may not be offered credit at all. Fees and rates are subject to change without notice. It's always wise to check the terms of any deal before you borrow.

Alternatives to the Post Office Money credit card

Table: sorted by representative APR, promoted deals first
Name Product Ratings Finder rating Customer rating Balance transfers Balance transfer fee Purchases Annual/monthly fees Representative APR Incentive Link
Santander Everyday Long Term Balance Transfer Credit Card
Finder score
★★★★★
User survey
★★★★★
★★★★★
Expert analysis
★★★★★
User rating
0% for 28 months reverting to 21.9%
3% (min. £5)
0% for 3 months reverting to 22.9%
£0
22.9% APR (variable)
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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).
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NatWest Purchase & Balance Transfer Credit Card
Finder score
★★★★★
User survey
★★★★★
★★★★★
Expert analysis
★★★★★
User rating
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).
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NatWest Longer Balance Transfer Credit Card
User survey
★★★★★
Not yet rated
★★★★★
User rating
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).
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M&S Bank Credit Card Transfer Plus Offer Mastercard
Finder score
★★★★★
User survey
★★★★★
★★★★★
Expert analysis
★★★★★
User rating
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).
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Royal Bank of Scotland Balance Transfer Credit Card
Finder score
★★★★★
★★★★★
Expert analysis
Not yet rated
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
Royal Bank of Scotland Purchase & Balance Transfer Credit Card
Finder score
★★★★★
★★★★★
Expert analysis
Not yet rated
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).
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HSBC No Fee Balance Transfer Credit Card Visa
Finder score
★★★★★
User survey
★★★★★
★★★★★
Expert analysis
★★★★★
User rating
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).
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NatWest Balance Transfer Credit Card
Finder score
★★★★★
User survey
★★★★★
★★★★★
Expert analysis
★★★★★
User rating
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).
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HSBC Purchase Plus Credit Card
Finder score
★★★★★
User survey
★★★★★
★★★★★
Expert analysis
★★★★★
User rating
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
HSBC Balance Transfer Credit Card
Finder score
★★★★★
User survey
★★★★★
★★★★★
Expert analysis
★★★★★
User rating
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.
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Repayment options

When it comes to repayments, you can make manual repayments online or over the phone (0345 607 6500), or alternatively set up a direct debit. A direct debit is a great idea because it protects you from forgetting to make a repayment and either damaging your credit score, getting hit with a penalty fee or losing any promotional rates as a result. You can arrange a direct debit for repayments when you apply for the credit card. The table below shows the options available.

Choose from the following direct debit options for your monthly repayments:

Minimum amount Fixed amount Fixed percentage Full amount

How to apply

If you want to transfer a balance and enjoy 35 months interest-free with this card, just click on the “Go to Site” button and you’ll be taken to a secure application form. This takes about 15 minutes to complete. Before you apply, check that you meet the eligibility requirements and have the information and documents you’ll need so that you can make this process as easy as possible.

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