Balance Transfer Credit Cards
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Representative 21.9% APR (variable)
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What is a balance transfer credit card?
A balance transfer lets you move a balance from another credit or store card to your Virgin Money Credit Card. By moving your balance to a lower rate, you’ll pay less interest, so you could save money. Sweet.
It could be, if you’re paying interest on a credit or store card.
There’s usually a fee for making a balance transfer. But even after you’ve paid this, you could still be better off.
- How long will the promotional rate last?
- Will you save money over the promotional period – even after paying the balance transfer fee?
- What is the standard interest rate after your promotional period ends?
- You’ll need to make your minimum payment when it’s due and stay within your credit limit. If you don’t, we’ll stop your promotional rate (from the start of that statement period). So it’s worth setting up a Direct Debit to meet your monthly repayment.
- When your promotional rate ends or we stop it, we’ll charge you the current standard interest rate.
- The balance you're transferring can't be from another Virgin Money, Clydesdale Bank, Yorkshire Bank or B credit card. And you shouldn’t use your card to repay borrowing from Clydesdale Bank PLC (like a loan, overdraft or mortgage).
It's easy to apply, and we’ll let you know if your transfer request has been approved as soon as possible.
If you apply as part of your credit card application and we approve, we’ll get the money to your existing credit card provider three to four business days after you ask for the transfer.
You can also apply to make a transfer once your account is up and running. If you ask for the transfer:
- Before 4pm, Sunday to Thursday, we’ll get the money to your existing credit card provider the next business day.
- After 4pm, Sunday to Wednesday, we’ll get the money to your existing credit card provider in two business days.
- Between 4pm Thursday and 12am Sunday, we’ll get the money to your existing credit card provider the following Monday (excluding Bank Holidays).
- Remember, you’ll need to continue making payments on your existing card until your transfer’s all sorted.
Everything you expect as standard
- Use worldwide at Mastercard locations
- No annual fees to pay
- Contactless payments for quick and easy purchases of up to £45
- Manage your account online and get paperless statements
- Free use of our customer lounges
Check your eligibility
Let us know a little about yourself and what you're looking for and we'll show you your personalised results. It takes less than five minutes and won't affect your credit rating.
- Quick and easy
- Doesn't affect your credit rating
- Apply with confidence
Frequently asked questions
The limit given is based on your personal circumstances.
Before making an application you can use Card Checker to see your chances of being accepted for a Virgin Money Credit Card. It's quick and easy and won't affect your credit rating. All you need to do is give us a few basic details.
If you decide to complete an application we'll carry out a full credit check and confirm whether you've been approved. In some circumstances, we may need some additional information and we'll let you know if this is the case. When making our decision, we'll take into account your age, status and financial background. Before you apply, check the following statements are true:
- I am aged 18 years or over (the same goes for any additional cardholders).
- I am a UK resident.
- I have a UK bank or building society account.
- I have good credit history.
You won't be approved if you are bankrupt or in an IVA, and it is unlikely that you'll be approved if you have CCJs or defaults and if you have no credit history. If you are unsure of your credit history, then please contact Experianlink opens in a new window/tab for a copy of your credit file.
We aim to tell you if we have approved your application straightaway. Sometimes, we may need to ask you for a few more details first – if we do, we’ll let you know immediately after you’ve made your application, then get in touch to request the additional information from you.
You can find detailed information about our charges and interest rates in the summary box. When you have chosen a card, the summary box PDF will be visible on the “Apply Now” page beneath the product summary at the top of the page.
If you are looking to transfer a balance from another credit or store card, in some cases you may be charged a fee to complete the transfer, usually a percentage of the transferred balance.
Yes, it is straightforward to transfer a balance online or over the phone. See our contact us page for ways of getting in touch. Remember though, you will need to do this within the first 60 days to receive the introductory balance transfer offer. Plus, the promotional period starts from the date your account is opened, not from when you transfer your balance.
If you are looking to move money from your credit card to your current account, in some cases you may be charged a fee to complete the transaction, usually a percentage of the transferred balance.
Fancy a chat?
Our credit card team is here to answer your questions, talk through your needs and help you through the process.
New customers
0800 389 2875
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8am – 6pm Monday to Friday and 9am - 1pm Saturday
0800 633 5045
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24 hours a day, 7 days a week
Existing customers
0800 011 3210
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0800 011 3210
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Text BAL, TRAN or BILL plus the last 4 digits of your card (eg.BAL1234) to 88300
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+44 191 284 9005
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18001 0800 011 3210 (UK only)
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For any queries relating to our current offer please contact:
0800 011 3210
Details of our current offers can be found here.
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| 087 numbers | Maximum of 13p per minute, plus your phone company's access charge. |
| 0800 numbers | Free from UK landlines and personal mobile phones. |
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