Nationwide Customer Payments: £100 Bonus and £50 'Thank You' Payments

£100 Fairer Share Bonus:: Nationwide customers who actively used their current accounts in March 2025 and also hold a mortgage or savings account with at least £100 may be eligible for a £100 bonus.

*Why this matters:* This bonus provides a tangible benefit to loyal Nationwide customers, rewarding them for their relationship with the building society.

£50 'Thank You' Payment:: Nationwide is giving a £50 payment to over 12 million members as a gesture of thanks following its acquisition of Virgin Money.

*Why this matters:* This payment acknowledges the role of Nationwide members in building the financial strength that enabled the Virgin Money acquisition.

Eligibility Criteria:: To receive the £50 payment, you must have been a Nationwide member on September 30, 2024, and still be a customer when the payment is disbursed. Additional criteria include having at least one qualifying transaction or £100 in savings accounts, or owing at least £100 on a Nationwide mortgage.

*Why this matters:* Understanding the eligibility requirements ensures that customers can verify if they should expect a payment.

Payment Methods and Timeline:: Most electronic payments for the £50 bonus should have arrived by April 30, 2025, while cheques will be sent out to be received by customers by May 14, 2025. Cheques must be paid in by January 1, 2026.

*Why this matters:* Knowing the payment timeline helps customers anticipate when they will receive their funds and take necessary action.

Check your email and postal mail for communications from Nationwide regarding these payments.

Ensure your contact information with Nationwide is up to date to avoid delays in receiving payments or important notifications.

Review your account activity to confirm you meet the eligibility criteria for both the £100 bonus and the £50 payment.

Long-term Nationwide customers with multiple accounts.

Customers who actively use their Nationwide current accounts.

Members who meet the eligibility criteria before and during the specified periods.

Q: How do I know if I'm getting the £100 bonus?

Q: What if I haven't received my £50 'thank you' payment?

Q: Is the £50 payment taxable?

Nationwide customers may be eligible for a £100 bonus and a £50 'thank you' payment.

Eligibility for the £50 payment requires membership as of September 30, 2024, and continued membership through the payment period, plus meeting transaction or balance requirements.

Check your communications from Nationwide to determine how and when you will receive your payment.

Ensure your contact information is up to date with Nationwide.