Refer a Friend to First Direct
- Log into your First Direct online banking account.
- Locate the “Recommend a friend” link in the footer.
- You’ll be posted a pack of cards with which you can share your referral offer with friends and family.
- Then your friend will need to open their 1st Account and transfer their banking to first direct using the Current Account Switch Service
- They’ll need to pay in £1000 within 3 months of opening the account for your referral bonus to be paid – you’ll receive it within 28 days of this target being reached.
Get Referred to First Direct
- Get hold of one of your friend’s referral cards – ask them to request them if they haven’t already.
- There’ll be a number to call on the postcard, call the number to begin the application process.
- You should now have a newly opened First Direct account – as long as you meet the criteria.
- Once you’ve paid £1000 into the account you’ll receive your £100 switch bonus. Your friend will receive their £50 bonus too.
Referrer’s reward: £50 cash
Friend’s reward: £100 cash
Existing Account Required?: Yes
Maximum Referrals: 3
First Direct Current Account holders are amongst the most satisfied in the UK, so it’s only natural that you’d want to share that with your friends and family. With their recommend a friend programme you can help them get signed up and receive their £100 switching bonus. As an added incentive you’ll receive £50 for your hard work in bringing them on board.
Is the referral scheme still going or is it still paused?
Hi there. The First Direct scheme is still paused while the company runs an internal trial on how best to proceed. The referral page here should be updated once these trials are complete and the new scheme is available to customers.
How do I get the code for refer a friend please
How do you get a referral code?
Hi Elaine. The referral program is currently on pause while they rework it. We will update the page with more information when we receive it.
Hello,
If you’re looking for a referal code for First Direct, please email me at smithmel890@gmail.com and I will be happy to provide you with one.
Thank you,
Mel