Nationwide FlexDirect - £175 Switch Bonus

Overview

Nationwide is paying £175 to new and existing members who switch a non-Nationwide current account to a FlexDirect account using the Current Account Switch Service (CASS). FlexDirect is a fee-free account that also pays in-credit interest and offers an arranged overdraft (subject to status).

How to Claim

1. Open a Nationwide FlexDirect current account (online or in the app).
2. Use the Current Account Switch Service (CASS) to switch in a current account held at a different bank - this closes your old account.
3. Move at least 2 active Direct Debits as part of the switch.
4. Pay in at least £1,000 and make at least one debit card payment within the qualifying window.
5. £175 is paid into your new FlexDirect account, typically within 10 days of meeting the criteria.

Requirements

• New Nationwide FlexDirect current account
• 18+ and UK resident
• Full CASS switch from a current account at a different bank (your old account closes)
• 2+ active Direct Debits transferred as part of the switch
• £1,000+ pay-in and a debit card payment within the qualifying window
• Old bank must participate in CASS (most UK banks do)

Key Benefits

• £175 cash bonus, usually within 10 days
• FlexDirect is fee-free with in-credit interest (intro rate for the first 12 months)
• Arranged overdraft available (subject to status - decline it during the application to avoid a separate credit check)
• FSCS protected up to £85,000

Important Notes

• One bonus per member. If you have previously received a Nationwide switch bonus you are not eligible - check the current T&Cs as Nationwide periodically resets this.
• You cannot switch from another Nationwide account (internal moves do not count).
• Only active Direct Debits already on the old account that transfer across count - DDs set up after the switch, standing orders, and recurring card payments do not qualify.
• Offer can be withdrawn without notice - confirm the live terms on nationwide.co.uk before applying.