In October 2024, Virgin Money and Nationwide Building Society became part of the same group.
Following court approval on 23 February 2026, Virgin Money’s business transferred to Nationwide on 2 April 2026.
The transfer of Virgin Money’s business to Nationwide was a key step in combining the two businesses, working for the benefit of our customers and members to create a mutually owned, full-service organisation.
The transfer hasn’t changed your day-to-day banking, and you can continue to manage your Virgin Money accounts in the same way as you did before the transfer. As we continue to bring the two businesses together as a result of the transfer, we may make some changes. If a change impacts you, we’ll give you plenty of notice and explain what this means to you.
We’d be grateful if you, and anyone else with an interest in the transfer, could take a few minutes to read our questions and answers below. They include some important information to help you understand what the transfer on 2 April 2026 means for you. These questions and answers are correct as at 3 April 2026.
For more updates on Virgin Money’s transfer to Nationwide, visit https://www.nationwide.co.uk/nationwide-and-virgin-money-transfer/.
In October 2024, Virgin Money and Nationwide Building Society became part of the same group.
Following Court approval on 23 February 2026, Virgin Money’s business transferred to Nationwide on 2 April 2026.
The transfer of Virgin Money’s business to Nationwide was a key step in combining the two businesses, working for the benefit of our customers and members to create a mutually owned, full-service organisation.
We’re happy to explain any of the details or talk through any concerns. Just get in touch with your existing contacts in Virgin Money and Nationwide. As we continue to bring the two businesses together as a result of the transfer, we may make some changes to our Terms, processes, IT systems and some of our arrangements with you. Of course, any other contract amendments would be discussed and agreed with you first.
We’d be grateful if you, and anyone else with an interest in the transfer, could take a few minutes to read our questions and answers below. They include some important information to help you understand what the transfer on 2 April 2026 means for you. These questions and answers are correct as at 3 April 2026.
For more updates on Virgin Money’s transfer to Nationwide, visit https://www.nationwide.co.uk/nationwide-and-virgin-money-transfer/.
Staying safe and avoiding fraud
Fraudsters can take advantage of times of change and try and persuade people to transfer money or share personal or financial information.
Your sort code and account number haven’t changed as a result of the transfer. Virgin Money or Nationwide will never ask you to move your money to another account or to change any Direct Debits or standing orders. We'll also never ask you for security details over the phone, by email or by text, so if someone does - please don't share this information with them.
Please be extra vigilant if you're contacted by phone, email or text from someone claiming to be from Virgin Money or Nationwide, asking you to take action.
If you're worried that you might have been targeted, call us straight away - ideally from another phone if possible. Report suspected fraud.
We'll do everything we can to help. You can keep up to date with the latest fraud and scams impacting customers - and learn how to stay safe - by visiting our fraud awareness section.
