Gold MasterCard credit card
0% interest on balance transfers
for 16 months (3% balance transfer
fee applies)
With a new Gold MasterCard credit card from
Yorkshire Bank, you won’t pay any interest
on your balance transfers for 16 months
or your purchases for the first 3 months.
No interest on purchases and balance transfers
Apply today for a new Yorkshire Bank Gold MasterCard and you could enjoy:
- 0% for 16 months – on balance transfers. (3% balance transfer fee applies)
- 0% for the first 3 months – on all purchases
- No annual fee – helping to save you money
- Secure online shopping – with MasterCard SecureCode
Typical 16.9% APR variable
Get the most from your new card
The 0% interest period starts from the date you open your card account. Make the most of the savings by transferring balances and making purchases as soon as you get your card.
It’s the only credit card you’ll ever need
Remember, you can use your credit card at millions of outlets worldwide. If you need money in a hurry, you can even use it at any cash machine with the MasterCard symbol, although charges apply.
A Yorkshire Bank Gold MasterCard offers you much more than a great interest rate:
- It’s easy to apply – apply for your credit card online or at any Yorkshire Bank branch
- Secure – we keep you safe, using the latest chip and PIN anti-fraud technologies, and extra security checks for online purchases
- Up to 59 days’ interest free – on all purchases when you pay off your balance in full each month
- Optional insurances available – covers your payments and the loss of your cards
- Free additional cards – for your family members
For your security, calls may be monitored or recorded.
Minimum credit limit £500, maximum credit limit subject to status.
When applying for your credit card, set up a Direct Debit as this will ensure that you avoid any late payments and fees - it's free and takes away the hassle.
Information correct as at 1st May 2010.
Not a Yorkshire Bank customer?
Online applications available to existing customers only. If you are a new customer, please visit one of our branches to apply.
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Eligibility
To apply you must be an existing Yorkshire Bank customer. You must be at least 18 years of age, resident in the UK, and not an existing Yorkshire Bank or Clydesdale Bank Credit Card customer.
Cards are subject to status and conditions. Written quotations are available on request. Typical 16.9% APR variable. The APRs and fees may vary. At the end of the introductory rate the select rate will apply.
Before you apply
To make your application process as easy as possible, it’s a good idea to have the following information handy:
- Your bank account details
- Your yearly salary before tax, and your monthly take-home pay
- Details of your monthly outgoings, such as your mortgage, rent and loans
- Details of any other credit cards, store cards or overdraft balances that you want to transfer to your Yorkshire Bank Gold MasterCard
For your security, calls may be monitored or recorded.
Minimum credit limit £500, maximum credit limit subject to status.
Information correct as at 1st May 2010.
I have applied for a Yorkshire Bank Credit Card online, how long will the application take?
We will advise you within 5 working days if your application has been approved. You will then need to sign the application and return it in the envelope provided. Once received, the application process will be completed and your new credit card will be issued. This will take 5 working days from receipt of your signed application.
I have received a technical error after I've submitted the application. What does this mean?
You don't need to do anything. You will receive confirmation in writing, which is normally sent within 5 working days following your application.
My application has been referred what does this mean to me?
This means we are unable to provide an immediate decision and we will confirm in writing via the post if your credit card application has been approved. This could take up to 14 business days.
I wish to transfer my balances, how quickly can this be done?
You will receive a balance transfer form within your application pack. Please complete all account details and once your new credit card is opened, the balance transfers will take place. This can take some time and therefore you should continue to make your normal payments to your existing Credit Card companies until the Balance Transfer has been processed.
How do I make a balance transfer?
If you are a new credit card customer - you can include the balance transfer details on you initial online application. You can also complete the Balance Transfer request form which you will receive with your application pack, if you did not include the details on your original application.
If you already have a Yorkshire Bank Credit Card, please call 08705 168656
I have forgotten to key in the Balance Transfer details what should I do now?
When you receive your application forms to sign, a balance transfer request form will be included in this pack.
I quoted an incorrect amount on the Balance Transfer section of the online application form.
When you receive your application form to sign, a balance transfer request form will be included in this pack. Please include the correct information on this form.
Can I do more than one balance transfer?
Yes, providing you have sufficient available funds within your credit limit.
SUMMARY BOX - Yorkshire Bank Gold MasterCard
The information contained in this table summarises key product features and is not intended to replace any terms and conditions.
Typical 16.9% APR Variable
| Interest Rates |
Introductory Rate |
Monthly Rate | Annual Rate | |||||||||||||||
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| Purchases | 0% (for 3 months) | 1.313% | 15.76% | |||||||||||||||
| Cash Advances | N/A | 2.075% | 24.9% | |||||||||||||||
| Balance Transfers | 0% (for 16 months) | 0.945% | 11.34% | |||||||||||||||
| Credit card cheques | N/A | 1.313% | 15.76% | |||||||||||||||
| Interest-Free Period | • Maximum 59 days for purchases if you pay your balance in full and on time • There is no interest free period for cash advances • Interest free period on balance transfers only apply to the introductory period
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| Allocation of Payments | If you do not pay off your balance in full we will apply payments you make to your account firstly to pay off interest, any fees or charges and insurance premiums. We will then pay off other transactions in date order, paying off the oldest first, but where they have been outstanding for the same length of time, we will pay these off in the following sequence – 1) Balance Transfers 2) Credit Card Cheques 3) Purchases 4) Cash Advances Within the above order we will pay off transactions on which we charge lower rates of interest before those on which we charge higher rates of interest. |
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| Minimum Repayment | • The minimum payment is an amount equal to or at least 2.5% of the outstanding statement balance (or 3.0% where a Profile Rate is applicable to your card) or £5, whichever is greater. • Only ever making the minimum repayment will significantly increase the time taken to clear your balance and cost you more. |
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| Credit Limit | Minimum Credit Limit - £500.00 Maximum Credit Limit - Subject to status |
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| Fees | No annual fee | |||||||||||||||||
| Charges | Cash advances – 3% (minimum £3.00) Balance Transfers – 3% (minimum £3.00) Foreign Currency Transactions (including purchase of foreign currency and travellers cheques) – 2.95% Copies of Statements or Vouchers – £5.00 Administration fee for returned cheques or Direct Debits – £10.00 |
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| Default Charges | Late payment or Over limit fees – £12.00 | |||||||||||||||||
Information correct as at 1st May 2010.
ILLUSTRATIVE EXAMPLE – Yorkshire Bank Gold MasterCard
You spend £1,000 on 1st January and make no other transactions. The following example highlights the difference between only paying the minimum and a fixed amount each month on your Credit Card
| Monthly Payment | Minimum Payment each month | £50 each month |
|---|---|---|
| Without taking into account any introductory rates, how much interest will you be charged in the first year ? | £131.92 | £112.30 |
| How much interest will you be charged in the second year ? | £124.73 | £47.09 |
| How long would it take to clear the balance ? | 15 years & 7 months | 24 months |
Please note, the above example assumes the following:
- Typical 16.9% APR Variable. It excludes introductory rates
- The transaction takes place on 1st January and you make no further transactions
- Your statement is produced on the 1st of each month
- You always make a payment on the due date.
For your security, calls may be monitored or recorded.
Minimum credit limit £500, maximum credit limit subject to status.
When applying for your credit card, set up a Direct Debit as this will ensure that you avoid any late payments and fees - it's free and takes away the hassle.
Information correct as at 1st May 2010.
How to apply
Existing customers:
Apply online- Find your nearest branch
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