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length of time to wait to switch c/card?

bubbles567
bubbles567 Posts: 58 Forumite
in Credit cards
Hi Folks

Does anyone know the length of time to wait before submitting a new application to Barclaycard for a BT after the old account has been closed?

Actually does the period vary from different lenders?

How long to wait for which company then?

Cheers guys

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  • chanz4
    chanz4 Posts: 11,057 Forumite
    Part of the Furniture 10,000 Posts Name Dropper Xmas Saver!
    most require 3-6 months
    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.
  • bubbles567
    bubbles567 Posts: 58 Forumite
    Thanks. I need to work out how long i've been away from barclaycard before I try for a balance transfer
  • Fruit_and_Nut_Case
    Fruit_and_Nut_Case Posts: 4,617 Forumite
    Mortgage-free Glee!
    bubbles567 wrote: »
    Actually does the period vary from different lenders?
    A few numbers HERE.
    Are you for real? - Glass Half Empty??
    :coffee:
  • bubbles567
    bubbles567 Posts: 58 Forumite
    No thats definitely a usful guide..

    Thank you Fruit & Nut Case
    :-)
  • shadybrady
    shadybrady Posts: 28 Forumite
    I recently applied after closing my last barclaycard in June 2011 and was refused even though I have never been refused it before ?!!

    Not sure if they are getting more picky or what ?
    Isle of Man mortgage free wannabe !!
    Current debts : Mortgage - £54,000 approx / Credit Cards - £19,800 eek!
  • bubbles567
    bubbles567 Posts: 58 Forumite
    Is it not worth asking? Then again getting a straight answer out of these people is easier said than done!
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