Nationwide Fairer Share 2025 – who will get it and when
Millions of Nationwide customers will get a free £100 bonus as part of its 'Fairer Share' scheme. Martin Lewis' MSE News explains exactly who'll get the payment.
www.moneysavingexpert.comI can summarize the latest publicly reported status on Nationwide’s Fairer Share payment for 2026, but note that details can still be subject to official updates from Nationwide.
Direct answer:
- It is not yet confirmed whether Nationwide will make a Fairer Share payment in 2026. Historically, Nationwide announces eligibility rules and the payment alongside its full-year results in May, with payments typically following in June.[2][3][5]
Key context and what to watch:
- Announcement timing: The board usually confirms the 2026 payment in May 2026 when full-year results are published, with a payout likely in June if approved.[5][8][2]
- Eligibility criteria: In prior years, eligibility depended on having a qualifying current account plus a qualifying savings account or mortgage, with specific activity windows (often Jan–Mar) and a March 31 qualification reference date; terms are subject to change each year.[3][6][2]
- Amount and scope: The payment has commonly been £100 to eligible members, with millions receiving the payout in recent years; however, the payout is discretionary and not guaranteed, contingent on financial performance.[4][2][5]
- Public outlook: Some outlets project continued payments if the financials permit, but emphasize that eligibility and payout are not guaranteed until Nationwide’s May disclosure.[7][2][5]
What you can do now:
- If you want to prepare, monitor Nationwide’s official Fairer Share page and their annual results release around May 2026 for the definitive decision and eligibility terms.[6]
- Ensure you meet past eligibility checks by having the required qualifying accounts and activity window, but be aware rules may shift year to year.[2][3]
Illustrative notes:
- If a 2026 payment is confirmed, expect an official announcement in May 2026, with the payout likely in June 2026 to eligible members who meet the updated criteria.[5][2]
Would you like me to monitor for the official Nationwide May 2026 update and summarize the exact eligibility rules and payment timeline as soon as they’re published? I can provide a concise, fact-checked update with citations.