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0% Credit Card Transfer Query

Hi, 

One of my Credit cards has a 0% Balance and Money transfer offer until the end of the month, it is however, my only card that is nearly at it's limit. My query is, can I pay off the card using part of my current account overdraft and then use the 0% Money transfer offer to transfer it back at 0%?

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  • JakeMM
    JakeMM Posts: 42 Forumite
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    Yes, correct. But the money must clear before you can transfer it back (a few days), plus there’s also the slim chance that the offer will be taken away - which shouldn’t usually happen. 

    Also be aware you can only usually transfer 90% (sometimes 95%) when you do a balance / money transfer.
  • [Deleted User]
    [Deleted User] Posts: 35,383 Forumite
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    Yes. Be aware there's a small risk they might cut your limit before you can transfer back.
  • maxximus75
    maxximus75 Posts: 616 Forumite
    Seventh Anniversary 500 Posts Name Dropper
    Is there also a fee associated with doing said transfer?
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