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Barclaycard Application

Hi Guys,

I have just applied for a Barclaycard for my OH parents (they are not pc savvy) and after the application is said we will be in touch within 5 days with a decision.

Do you think they will be turned down? They are in their 50's, own home, excellent credit score I would imagine as they have no debt except 4k on a cc that I was transferring to 0% for them.

The last card they applied for (11 months ago) they got a decision straight away.

I'm not sure what to say to them as the mother is a bit of a worrier!

Comments

  • chanz4
    chanz4 Posts: 11,057 Forumite
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    they will have to wait and see, or call barclaycard up they will tell you
    Don't put your trust into an Experian score - it is not a number any bank will ever use & it is generally a waste of money to purchase it. They are also selling you insurance you dont need.
  • smj43
    smj43 Posts: 385 Forumite
    I got this response the other day and was sent a letter asking for furthers documents (proof of address/ID). On the other hand my brother also got that message and a card came through the post a few days later. You will really have to wait and see. It could go either way.
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