NatWest £125 switch incentive

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  • Lilith1980
    Lilith1980 Posts: 2,100 Forumite
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    Hi all, I've just applied for the switch. Should I get a confirmation email to say they've had my application and are processing it because I've not had anything and I'm worried in case it's disappeared into the ether!
    Thanks
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  • Katiehound
    Katiehound Posts: 7,557 Forumite
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    twiglet98 wrote: »
    The initial application form asked if I have a bank account, with whom, and for how long. I gave my oldest account, one I've had for decades, but I'd rather switch my newest account. Is that likely to flag up a problem if I name a different bank for the switch?

    That's exactly what I did - maybe that's why I didn't get the red carpet treatment but the 2nd class route where I fell down a couple of worm holes / missed my turn!.... Just as long as I pass 'Go' and collect £125.
    Being polite and pleasant doesn't cost anything! --
    Many thanks
    -Stash bust:in 2022:337
    Stash bust :2023. 120duvets, 24 bags, 43 dog coats, 2 scrunchies, 10 mittens, 6 bootees, 8 glass cases, 2 A6 notebooks, 59 cards, 6 lav bags,36 angels,9 bones, 1 knee blanket, 1 lined bag,3 owls, 88 pyramids = total 420 total spend £5. Total for 'Dogs for Good' £546.82

    2024:23 Doggy duvets,30 pyramids, 6 hottie covers, 4 knit hats,13 crochet angels,1 shopper, 87cards=164 £86 spent!!!
  • Katiehound
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    Lilith1980 wrote: »
    Hi all, I've just applied for the switch. Should I get a confirmation email to say they've had my application and are processing it because I've not had anything and I'm worried in case it's disappeared into the ether!
    Thanks

    Yes, but the timescale for that might be anywhere from 2 hours to ....... how long is a piece of string??
    Presumably you have applied for a new account first, and then the switch?

    Did you get an application number? Handy to have because you can chase things up
    Being polite and pleasant doesn't cost anything! --
    Many thanks
    -Stash bust:in 2022:337
    Stash bust :2023. 120duvets, 24 bags, 43 dog coats, 2 scrunchies, 10 mittens, 6 bootees, 8 glass cases, 2 A6 notebooks, 59 cards, 6 lav bags,36 angels,9 bones, 1 knee blanket, 1 lined bag,3 owls, 88 pyramids = total 420 total spend £5. Total for 'Dogs for Good' £546.82

    2024:23 Doggy duvets,30 pyramids, 6 hottie covers, 4 knit hats,13 crochet angels,1 shopper, 87cards=164 £86 spent!!!
  • Lilith1980
    Lilith1980 Posts: 2,100 Forumite
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    Katiehound wrote: »
    Yes, but the timescale for that might be anywhere from 2 hours to ....... how long is a piece of string??
    Presumably you have applied for a new account first, and then the switch?

    Did you get an application number? Handy to have because you can chase things up

    Hi, I clicked to apply for the Select Account and it gave me all the info about the switch bonus. I filled out a few details and it told me I'd been accepted and then I had to fill out more details regarding the current account I have with my other bank etc. It told me to download the online banking app so I did that. It seemed like I'd got to the end as it said it would be switched within 7 working days unless I specified a certain date, but I just left that blank as I'm not bothered about the date. It then told me to close the window and that was it! I got no application number though. I don't want to apply again as it might affect my rating? Maybe I should just ring them and check tomorrow?
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  • northwalesd
    northwalesd Posts: 1,168 Forumite
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    I received an email saying my switch was starting two days after opening the account and initiating the switch.
  • Katiehound
    Katiehound Posts: 7,557 Forumite
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    xylophone wrote: »
    The handsome, charming ones?:D
    Shucks!
    I assume you are referring to yourself! Whatever next?
    :naughty:
    Being polite and pleasant doesn't cost anything! --
    Many thanks
    -Stash bust:in 2022:337
    Stash bust :2023. 120duvets, 24 bags, 43 dog coats, 2 scrunchies, 10 mittens, 6 bootees, 8 glass cases, 2 A6 notebooks, 59 cards, 6 lav bags,36 angels,9 bones, 1 knee blanket, 1 lined bag,3 owls, 88 pyramids = total 420 total spend £5. Total for 'Dogs for Good' £546.82

    2024:23 Doggy duvets,30 pyramids, 6 hottie covers, 4 knit hats,13 crochet angels,1 shopper, 87cards=164 £86 spent!!!
  • Lilith1980
    Lilith1980 Posts: 2,100 Forumite
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    northwalesd wrote: »
    I received an email saying my switch was starting two days after opening the account and initiating the switch.

    Thanks, maybe I'll wait 'til Thursday and then just get in touch with them in case anything has gone awry!
    My debt-free diary :)
  • Mchambers
    Mchambers Posts: 1,054 Forumite
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    Lilith1980 wrote: »
    Hi, I clicked to apply for the Select Account and it gave me all the info about the switch bonus. I filled out a few details and it told me I'd been accepted and then I had to fill out more details regarding the current account I have with my other bank etc. It told me to download the online banking app so I did that. It seemed like I'd got to the end as it said it would be switched within 7 working days unless I specified a certain date, but I just left that blank as I'm not bothered about the date. It then told me to close the window and that was it! I got no application number though. I don't want to apply again as it might affect my rating? Maybe I should just ring them and check tomorrow?

    Ring, complain and and ask for compensation.
  • Katiehound
    Katiehound Posts: 7,557 Forumite
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    Lilith1980 wrote: »
    Hi, I clicked to apply for the Select Account and it gave me all the info about the switch bonus. I filled out a few details and it told me I'd been accepted and then I had to fill out more details regarding the current account I have with my other bank etc. It told me to download the online banking app so I did that. It seemed like I'd got to the end as it said it would be switched within 7 working days unless I specified a certain date, but I just left that blank as I'm not bothered about the date. It then told me to close the window and that was it! I got no application number though. I don't want to apply again as it might affect my rating? Maybe I should just ring them and check tomorrow?

    Sorry can't help there as I don't have the banking app.
    Yes, I would just phone them
    A good time, if you are able, would probably be 8am - or near that- as I guess that is a quiet time!
    Being polite and pleasant doesn't cost anything! --
    Many thanks
    -Stash bust:in 2022:337
    Stash bust :2023. 120duvets, 24 bags, 43 dog coats, 2 scrunchies, 10 mittens, 6 bootees, 8 glass cases, 2 A6 notebooks, 59 cards, 6 lav bags,36 angels,9 bones, 1 knee blanket, 1 lined bag,3 owls, 88 pyramids = total 420 total spend £5. Total for 'Dogs for Good' £546.82

    2024:23 Doggy duvets,30 pyramids, 6 hottie covers, 4 knit hats,13 crochet angels,1 shopper, 87cards=164 £86 spent!!!
  • Lilith1980
    Lilith1980 Posts: 2,100 Forumite
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    Mchambers wrote: »
    Ring, complain and and ask for compensation.
    Is that your stock answer for everything? :rotfl:
    My debt-free diary :)
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