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Po credit card application

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  • Fingerbobs
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    GingerBob wrote: »
    What they ask is completely over the top, unnecessary, time consuming and expensive (cost of certified documents). Don't have any dealings with them. I recently got a card from BoS and the application was easy, with no documents having to be sent.
    Strange, I didn't have to send any documents at all when I opened my PO card late last year. It all just happened.
    GingerBob wrote: »
    I think Halifax is also okay for travelling abroad? Other posters will hopefully clarify.
    I use Halifax Clarity for foreign transactions. No additional fees.
  • photome
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    GingerBob wrote: »
    What they ask is completely over the top, unnecessary, time consuming and expensive (cost of certified documents). Don't have any dealings with them. I recently got a card from BoS and the application was easy, with no documents having to be sent.


    I think Halifax is also okay for travelling abroad? Other posters will hopefully clarify.

    There may have been a reason PO (BOI) asked for additional documents.

    I didnt have any hassle getting one many years ago.

    yes the Halifax Clarity is also great for travelling, I have both
  • class2ldn
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    Not sure why though? Funny how I applied to virgin and got approved straight away. No fuss atall.
  • fozmcfc
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    As I said on another thread, I too was approved for a PO card without any requirement for documentation.

    Each provider has different criteria, some may search different credit reference agencies. Companies normally want documentation, if you are borderline creditworthy, for whatever reason.
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