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Current account
Paying 2.02% AERGo to footnote 1 (2.00% grossGo to footnote 1 per annum variable) on up to £1,000, interest paid monthly.
Linked savings account
0.50% AERGo to footnote 1 (0.50% grossGo to footnote 1 per annum variable) on your savings account, interest paid quarterly.
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Current account
Paying 2.02% AERGo to footnote 1 (2.00% grossGo to footnote 1 per annum variable) on up to £1,000, interest paid monthly.
Linked savings account
0.50% AERGo to footnote 1 (0.50% grossGo to footnote 1 per annum variable) on your savings account, interest paid quarterly.
Free for all
No monthly fee to worry about, plus we won't charge you to use your card abroad (other fees and charges apply).
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View our Virgin Money current and savings account
Like any other current account, ours is subject to status and eligibility
Footnotes
[1] AER Annual Equivalent Rate illustrates what the interest rate would be if interest was paid and compounded once each year. Gross rate interest payable without taking account of any tax payable. Credit interest is calculated daily on the cleared credit balance in your account. ↩
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Additional information
- Virgin Money Current Account & Virgin Money Instant Savings are available for anyone from the age of 16 (18 for online application), subject to status.
- Make sure you’re choosing the right account for you by comparing our other current accounts.
- Find out more about switching to the Virgin Money Current Account using the Current Account Switch Service.
- Looking for a joint account? We only need one of you to get the ball rolling.
- You can cancel your agreement with us by phone or in branch within 14 days of your account being approved. Once you've cancelled, you have 30 days to repay any debit balance, interest and fees owing.
- View our full T&Cs and Tariffs for the Virgin Money Current Account & Virgin Money Instant Savings.
Summary Box
Account name: Virgin Money Instant Savings
What is the interest rate?
| Balance | Gross Rate (%) | AER (%) |
|---|---|---|
| On all balances | 0.50% | 0.50% |
Interest is calculated on a daily basis and paid on the last day of each calendar quarter.
Can Virgin Money change the interest rate?
Yes, if we decrease your rate we will provide at least 2 months notice as described in Section 12 of the Terms. We may increase your rate without giving you notice.
What would the estimated balance be after 12 months based on a £1,000 deposit?
| Initial deposit at account opening | Balance after 12 months |
|---|---|
| £1,000.00 | £1,005.00 |
This is only an example and does not take into account your individual circumstances.
The example assumes that:
- no further deposits or withdrawals are made;
- any interest earned stays in the account; and
- there is no change to the interest rate.
How do I open and manage my account?
You can only open a Virgin Money Instant Savings Account if you have a Virgin Money Current Account with us in the same name(s). The Virgin Money Instant Savings Account will stay open, as long as the Virgin Money Current Account is maintained as described in the Terms.
The account can be opened in Store or online, virginmoney.com/current-accounts/pca, or call us on 0800 121 7365, someone from our team will be available 24/7.
There are no minimum or maximum balance restrictions or need to pay in on a regular basis. The Virgin Money Current Account is available for anyone from the age of 16.
If you want to apply online, you'll need to be at least 18. Subject to status.
Can I withdraw money?
You may only withdraw funds by transfer to your Virgin Money Current Account or any other account that we allow you to make a transfer into using internet/ telephone banking, the Virgin Money Mobile Banking app or in store.
Additional information
Interest will be paid gross.
Gross rate interest is the interest payable without taking account of any tax payable.
AER (Annual Equivalent Rate). The Annual Equivalent Rate illustrates what the interest rate would be if interest was paid and compounded once each year.
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