Premium Bond purchase timing 28 February at 12:56PM in Savings & investments 5 replies 411 views

intalex

Would it be too late if I were to buy premium bonds today (either by debit card or bank transfer) in order to qualify for the early April draw?
Would be great to hear of others' stories
Thanks in advance!

Adyinvestment

I topped up yesterday and on the confirmation email it said that the 27th (yesterday) was considered as the date of investment, so I think you will be okay.

Adyinvestment

Just to add that was debit card - I think bank transfer will miss it.

thegentleway

I've just bought some by debit card today and its says "First prize draw: April 2023"

intalex

thegentleway said:

I've just bought some by debit card today and its says "First prize draw: April 2023"

Did the same and same result, thanks all!

frugalmacdugal

Hi,

here's what MSE says about buying bonds,

In general, you need to hold the bonds for a full month before they're eligible to win. So buy bonds any time in June and they'll be in the draw from August. If you're moving money over from other savings, it's best to do it in the last week of the month, as that way you minimise the time the money's not earning interest and also not in a draw for Premium Bonds.