Nationwide Customers May Need to Transfer £500 to Secure Fairer Share Bonus in 2026
Nationwide Building Society customers could be in line for a £100 bonus payment through the Fairer Share Payment scheme in 2026, but securing it might require moving £500 into their accounts.
While Nationwide has not officially confirmed the details for the 2026 scheme, eligibility rules from previous years offer a clear indication of what members may need to do. These historical guidelines suggest that to qualify, customers typically need an active Nationwide current account, such as a FlexAccount, FlexDirect, or FlexBasic account.
Eligibility Requirements Based on Past Schemes
According to previous years' criteria, members must have received at least £500 into their current account in two out of three months—January, February, and March 2025. Additionally, they need to have made at least two payments out of the account during those months.
An alternative option involves making 10 payments out of the account across two of the three months, totaling 20 payments. The current account must remain active in the first three months of 2026 and stay open by March 31, 2026.
Savings and Account Details
Last year, Nationwide clarified that qualifying savings include having at least £100 in total in one or more personal savings accounts or cash ISAs with the society at the end of any day in March 2025. Eligible accounts encompass:
- Instant Access Saver
- Flex Instant Saver
- FlexOne Saver
- Flex Regular Saver
- Nationwide cash ISAs
It is important to note that these rules are based on previous years and could be subject to change for the 2026 scheme. Nationwide has yet to release official guidelines, so customers should stay informed for updates.
The Fairer Share Payment scheme is designed to reward loyal members, but meeting the financial thresholds is crucial for eligibility. As always, banking customers are advised to review their account activity and plan accordingly to maximize their chances of receiving the bonus.
