Nationwide’s Surprise £100 Payout – Were You Using Your Account On March 31?
More than four million Nationwide customers across the UK are set to receive a £100 cash reward as part of the building society’s Fairer Share Payment 2025.
But there’s a catch – only those who met specific criteria by March 31, 2025, will qualify. If you didn’t have the right account setup by that date, it’s already too late to become eligible.
Let’s break down who gets the money, when it’s arriving, and how to ensure your account is ready for future payouts.
What Is the Fairer Share Payment?
The Fairer Share Payment is a £100 bonus awarded to Nationwide members who actively use their bank’s services. This reward scheme, now running for the third consecutive year, aims to thank loyal customers who hold a current account and either a savings account or a mortgage with Nationwide.
Since the program began, over £1 billion has been distributed to members, reinforcing Nationwide’s status as a mutual financial institution that shares profits with its customers.
When Will Payments Be Made?
If you met the eligibility criteria as of March 31, 2025, your £100 will be paid between June 18 and July 4, 2025. The payment will appear in your Nationwide current account under the description “Nationwide Fairer Share Payment.”
You don’t need to take any action—if you’re eligible, the money will be deposited automatically.
Eligibility Criteria – Who Qualifies?
Only members who met the following conditions on or before March 31, 2025 are eligible for the 2025 payout.
1. You must have held a Nationwide current account
This includes accounts such as:
- FlexAccount
- FlexPlus
- FlexDirect
- FlexBasic
- FlexOne
- FlexStudent
- FlexGraduate
2. You must have actively used your account between January and March 2025
The activity requirements depend on the account type:
| Account Type | Activity Requirements (Jan–Mar 2025) |
|---|---|
| FlexAccount, FlexBasic, FlexDirect | Pay in at least £500 and make two payments out in two of the three months, or make 10+ payments out in two of the three months |
| FlexPlus | Must have paid the monthly account fee |
| FlexOne, FlexGraduate, FlexStudent | At least one payment in or out during March 2025 |
3. You must also have had one of the following:
- At least £100 in Nationwide savings on any day in March 2025
OR - At least £100 owed on a Nationwide residential mortgage on March 31, 2025
Qualification at a Glance
| Requirement | Details |
|---|---|
| Current Account | Must be open and active as of March 31, 2025 |
| Account Usage | Activity requirements vary by account type (see above) |
| Additional Product | £100+ in savings or £100+ owed on a mortgage |
| Eligibility Cutoff Date | March 31, 2025 |
| Payment Amount | £100 |
| Payout Period | June 18 to July 4, 2025 |
| Payment Method | Direct deposit into eligible Nationwide current account |
Can You Still Qualify?
Unfortunately, no. The eligibility is locked in based on your status as of March 31, 2025. That means opening a new account or adding savings now will not make you eligible for the 2025 payment.
However, maintaining an active current account and engaging with savings or mortgage products could qualify you for future Fairer Share payments, if Nationwide continues the program in 2026 and beyond.
Do You Need to Do Anything?
No further action is required. If you’re eligible:
- You will automatically receive the £100 payment
- The funds will be deposited to your Nationwide current account
- You can verify the deposit via online or mobile banking between June 18 and July 4, 2025
Make sure your current account remains open during this time, or you may miss out on the reward.
The Nationwide £100 bonus payout is a welcome surprise for loyal members who were actively engaged with the building society by March 31, 2025.
With over four million customers set to benefit, this initiative continues to highlight how mutual banking can share value back with its members.
If you qualified, sit tight—your £100 will arrive between June 18 and July 4, 2025. And if you didn’t make the cut this year, now is the perfect time to align your account activity and savings to ensure you’re ready for any future rewards Nationwide may offer.
FAQs
What if I opened a Nationwide account after March 31, 2025?
You are not eligible for the 2025 payout. The cutoff for qualification was March 31, 2025.
Can I receive the payment in a non-Nationwide account?
No. The £100 will only be deposited into a Nationwide current account that is open at the time of payment.
Will this bonus count as taxable income?
Yes. The £100 may be considered savings income, and depending on your financial situation, it could be subject to tax.
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