WWF Credit Card
Independent review with up to date rates, fees and special offers for this card...
- Generate on-going donations to the WWF
- £40 donated with your first purchase (if made within 90 days)
- Spend £100 within 90 days and receive a free soft toy
- 0% balance transfer for 12 months (3% fee)
- 0% purchases for 3 months
MBNA credit card review: WWF
OUR editors are currently reviewing the WWF credit card.
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| Typical APR |
16.9% APR (variable) |
16.9% APR - 24.9% APR. The rate you receive will depend upon an assessment of your circumstances and credit history.
The typical APR is the rate most people are offered. |
| Introductory Purchases |
0% for 3 months |
Payments will be applied towards 0% purchases before 0% balance transfers. However, once the 0% purchase period ends, payments will be applied first towards 0% balance transfers. After the introductory period purchases will be charged at the standard rate of 16.9% - 24.9% p.a. |
| Balance Transfers |
0% for 12 months
Includes transfers to a current account (4% fee) |
Must be made within 90 days of account opening to qualify.
Also includes money transfers to a current account, but with a 4% handling fee.
Payments are applied towards 0% purchases before 0% balance transfers, but when the 0% purchase period ends payments will be applied towards 0% balance transfers before standard rate purchases.
After the 0% balance transfer period ends, balance transfers are charged at the standard rate of 18.9% - 26.9% p.a. and money transfers are charged at the standard rate of 20.9% - 27.9% p.a. |
| Balance Transfer Fee |
3%
(£3 minimum) |
This fee applies to balance transfers. Money transfers will be charged a 4% fee. |
| Cash Withdrawal Rate |
27.9% p.a. (variable) |
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| Cash Withdrawal Fee |
3%
(£3 minimum) |
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| Annual Fee |
None |
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| Foreign Transaction Fee |
2.99% |
This fee will be charged if you make a purchase or cash withdrawal in a foreign currency.
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| Rewards |
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| Reward #1 |
WWF Donations |
MBNA will donate money to WWF when you take out the card and every time you use the card to make a purchase.
These donations are paid by MBNA Europe Bank and do not cost you a penny.
MBNA will donate £40 if you use your card within 90 days of account opening, and 40p for every £100 you spend. Plus an extra £2 will be donated each year you continue to carry the card. |
| Reward #2 |
10% off the WWF shop |
Get a 10% discount off the WWF's eco-friendly gifts and products at wwf.org.uk/shop. |
| Reward #3 |
Free Soft Toy |
Spend £100 within 90 days and receive a free soft toy to match the animal on your chosen card design. |
| Cardholder Services & Extras |
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| Online Account Management |
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You can log in to a website and manage your MBNA WWF credit card account online.
Optional paperless statements. |
| Fraud Guarantee |
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There is no liability or excess to pay for theft, loss or fraudulent use online or on the high street, as long as you notify MBNA as soon as your card cannot be found or you notice any unsual transactions on your account. |
| Fraud Monitoring |
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Fraud Warning System
MBNA will monitor your account for any suspicious activity. They also offer a purchase disputes team and a 24/7 365 helpline. |
| Identity Protection |
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MBNA do offer a Identity Theft Protection Scheme, which is a free booklet offering advice on how to protect yourself from ID theft. |
| Verified by Visa |
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An extra layer of security when shopping online. Register and set up a password-protected identity-check when you shop online with participating online retailers. |
| Purchase Protection Insurance |
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| Purchase Delivery Insurance |
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| Comprehensive Travel Insurance |
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| Travel Accident Insurance |
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| Travel Inconvenience Insurance |
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| Assistance Abroad |
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| Emergency Card Replacement |
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| Other Extras |
- 24 hour UK based customer services
- Up to 3 additional cardholders free. |
| Optional Extras |
These are extras that you can choose, but you will have to pay for them.
- Payment protection
- Card protection
- Identity protection alert. |
| Payments & Payment Details |
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| Credit Limit |
£1,500 assumed |
Credit limit subject to status. |
| Interest Free Period |
Up to 50 days |
For purchases if you pay your statement balance in full and on time every month. There is no interest free period for balance transfers, money transfers or cash advances - except for those within an interest free promotional offer. |
| Minimum Monthly Payment |
1%
(£25 minimum) |
If your balance is less than £25 you must repay your balance in full. Otherwise, you must repay the greater of:
- £25, OR
- 1% of your statement balance before any default charges and interest, plus any default charges and interest on the statement. |
| Allocation of Payments |
Low interest rate balances » Higher interest rate balances |
Where there are two or more balances at the same promotional rate they will repaid in the following order:
- The one which expires first, Then
- If the expiry dates are the same - the one which started first, Then
- If the expiry and start dates are the same - the one with the lowest standard rate. |
| Default Charges |
£12 |
This is how much you will be charged for late payments, returned payments and if you go over your credit limit. |
| Card Details |
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| Online Application |
Yes |
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| Card Type |
Classic |
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| Payment Company |
Visa |
The company who provides the payment technology and infrastructure to allow you to use this credit card.
Retailers and ATM machines displaying the 'Visa' logo will accept this credit card. |
| Card Issuer |
MBNA |
The bank who issues this credit card. |
| Card Advertiser |
MBNA
WWF |
The company who advertises and promotes this credit card. |
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At a glance
Typical APR:
(variable) |
16.9% APR |
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| Purchases: |
0% for 3 months |
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16.9% p.a. thereafter |
| Balance Transfers: |
0% for 12 months
Includes transfers to a current account (4% fee) |
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3% transfer fee - £3 min |
| Interest Free Period: |
Up to 50 days |
| Annual Fee: |
£0 |
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Rewards:
- WWF Donations
- 10% off the WWF shop
- Free Soft Toy
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This card includes:
| Online Account Management |
| Fraud Security |
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| You should only apply if you are: |
- Aged 23 or over
- UK resident for at least 2 years
- Hold a UK bank or building society account
- Currently employed
- Are a homeowner
- Earn at least £20,000 per year
- Have no recent credit defaults (CCJ's, current arrears or missed payments) on credit cards, loans or mortgages
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Review Continued...
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MBNA Europe Bank Limited
Stansfield House
Chester Business Park
Chester
CH4 9QQ
www.mbna.co.uk
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